The Language of the Soul in Narrative Therapy

Béres, Laura

ISBN 10: 0367684225 / ISBN 13: 9780367684228

Published by Routledge, 2022

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Synopsis:

The Language of the Soul in Narrative Therapy uniquely bridges the gap between narrative therapy and spirituality to describe how the theory and practice of narrative therapy may be expanded and enriched by incorporating the language of the soul.

Divided into three parts, the book begins by contextualizing the approach of narrative therapy and spirituality. Chapters then debate the complexity of the ‘soul’ as a term drawing on the work of Christian mystics and philosophers, such as Teresa of Avila, Edith Stein, Merleau-Ponty, and Bakhtin, to show how their theoretical ideas can be incorporated in counseling practice and spiritual direction. The book concludes by discussing how the language of the soul can be integrated and applied in postmodern practice.

With case examples from faith belief systems, such as Christianity, Buddhism, Paganism, Wicca, and Yazidism, throughout, this book is essential reading for therapists, clinical social workers, and counsellors in practice and graduate training, as well as spiritual directors and pastoral counselors interested in the ideas and practices of narrative therapy.

About the Author:

Laura Béres, MSW, MA, PhD, is an academic and clinical social worker, writing in the areas of narrative therapy, spirituality, and critical reflection on practice.

Bibliographic Details

Title: The Language of the Soul in Narrative Therapy
Publisher: Routledge
Publication Date: 2022
Binding: Soft cover
Condition: New