dialogical processes in the self-narratives of Christian clinical and counselling psychologists
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Owens, Moira
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University of Wolverhampton
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2008
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Thesis (D.Couns.Psych.)
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2008
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The aim of this study was to explore the therapists' personal religious and spiritual belief systems and the impact of these on their work. The literature reviewed included material regarding the role of religion and spirituality in relation to psychology and therapy, identity, and especially, the person of the therapist. The present qualitative investigation applies the theory of the Dialogical Self to the narratives of five practising Christian clinical and counselling psychologists. It draws on a narrative to allow for process-oriented, context-sensitive interpretation.