Modern Psychotherapies: A Comprehensive Christian Appraisal (Christian Association for Psychological Studies Books)
Summary: “Modern Psychotherapies” provides a comprehensive examination of various psychotherapeutic approaches from a Christian perspective. In this appraisal, the book explores major psychotherapies such as psychoanalytic, cognitive-behavioral, humanistic, and existential therapies, examining their theoretical foundations, therapeutic techniques, and implications for Christian counseling and therapy. Drawing on principles of Christian theology and ethics, the book offers critical evaluations of each therapy, highlighting areas of compatibility and tension with Christian beliefs and values. Through case examples, interdisciplinary insights, and reflections on the integration of psychology and Christianity, the book seeks to guide mental health professionals and counselors in navigating the complexities of providing therapy within a Christian framework.
Author Information: The authors of “Modern Psychotherapies” are Stanton L. Jones and Richard E. Butman. Both authors are esteemed psychologists and scholars in the field of psychology and Christianity. They have extensive experience teaching, researching, and writing about the intersection of psychology and religion, with a focus on integrating faith and practice in psychotherapy.
Publisher: IVP Academic
Publication Year: 2011
ISBN-10: 0830828526
ISBN-13: 978-0830828524