This APA published text is an excellent reference for clinicians seeking ideas on the synthesis of spirituality and therapy. CE participants will review a thorough history of the relationship between spirituality and mental health. The book also explores: theory, treatment interventions, assessment measures, therapeutic skills and fresh concepts for improving clinical training.

By way of presentation, Miller divided this 261 page book into four sections. It opens with chapters providing a context for discussing the integration of spirituality and mental health, their history and the assessment of spirituality. The text then reviews some present day applications of spirituality in treatment such as mindfulness, values clarification and behavioral approaches. Common treatment themes such as acceptance, forgiveness and hope are discussed in the third section and the book closes with suggestions for improving the clinical training in the integration of spirituality and treatment.

Educational Objectives

• know the history of the relationship between spirituality and health
• have an increased awareness of how to assess spirituality
• have learned practical ways of addressing spirituality and its integration into treatment
• possess a greater understanding of spirituality and the 12-step programs
• be better equipped to communicate about values in treatment
• know how to apply behavioral and cognitive strategies with spirituality issues
• be better informed on issues with predictable spiritual overtones e.g., hope; control; serenity; forgiveness and acceptance
• be cognizant of methods to improve therapist training to better address the diversity of clients’ spirituality

Syllabus / Course Instructions

• The Course consists of reading the selected book, successfully completing an online posttest and filling out a course evaluation.
• The book is not included. It must be purchased separately. We have supplied a link to Amazon.com for your convenience.
• Purchasing your course will give you access to both a printable copy of the test and an online version. Print the test to use as a companion as you read the book and answer the questions.
• You cannot exit the online test once you begin, so have your answers available.