Faith-Based ACT for Christian Clients balances empirical evidence with theology to give clinicians a deep understanding of not just the "why" but also the "how" of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy for Christian clients. Chapters include a detailed exploration of the overlap between ACT and the Christian faith, case studies, and techniques that are explicitly designed to be accessible to non-Christian as well as Christian (including evangelical Christian) counselors and therapists.
Key Features
- Explores the relationship between ACT and the Christian faith.
- Includes case studies and practical techniques for clinicians.
- Presents established research on mindfulness and ACT.
- Offers a nuanced view of complex issues such as medication.
- Utilises engaging biblical stories and metaphors to lay a theological foundation.
Additional Information
Chapters present the established research on mindfulness and ACT, including a nuanced, non-dichotomous view of complex issues such as medication, and lay a firm theological foundation through the use of engaging biblical stories and metaphors.