{"product_id":"counseling-and-psychotherapy-a-christian-perspective-hardcover","title":"Counseling and Psychotherapy: A Christian Perspective - Hardcover","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eSiang-Yang Tan\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis substantially revised and updated edition of a widely used textbook covers the major approaches to counseling and psychotherapy from a Christian perspective, with hypothetical transcripts of interventions for each major approach and the latest empirical or research findings on their effectiveness. The second edition covers therapies and techniques that are increasing in use and includes a discussion of lay counseling. The book presents a Christian approach to counseling and psychotherapy that is Christ-centered, biblically based, and Spirit-filled.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBack Jacket\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\"A foundational text in Christian counseling\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eThis comprehensive survey of major approaches to counseling and psychotherapy offers a Christian critique and perspective. The second edition has been revised and updated throughout.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\"\u003ci\u003eCounseling and Psychotherapy\u003c\/i\u003e has been a foundational text in Christian counseling for good reason: its accessibility and depth of engagement into both the broad psychological literature as well as the Christian faith is unparalleled. It is rigorous and thorough scholarship written from a pastor's heart. With updates to include recent research findings, more contemporary approaches to psychotherapy such as mindfulness and acceptance-based therapies, along with a final section on a Christian approach to counseling and psychotherapy, this text is well-positioned to continue its role as a foundational resource for future generations of Christian counselors.\"\u003cbr\u003e--\u003cb\u003eDavid Wang\u003c\/b\u003e, Biola University; editor, \u003ci\u003eJournal of Psychology and Theology\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"An already great textbook has been made better! In addition to updated original chapters, the second edition has new chapters on cognitive-behavioral therapies, constructivist therapies, and integrative therapies, including coverage of narrative and positive psychotherapy. All in all, the comprehensiveness, erudition, and Christian convictions and practices evidenced throughout make this book one of the most impressive examples of integrative scholarship in this or any contemporary discipline.\"\u003cbr\u003e--\u003cb\u003eEric L. Johnson\u003c\/b\u003e, Houston Baptist University\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The updates and substantial additional material contained in this second edition of \u003ci\u003eCounseling and Psychotherapy\u003c\/i\u003e make an already excellent textbook even better. What is of greatest value, however, is the retention of the sections on a biblical perspective for each theory, as well as the chapters devoted to a Christian approach to counseling and psychotherapy. Tan's passion for Christian integration is contagious and is what makes this book unique.\"\u003cbr\u003e--\u003cb\u003eHeather Davediuk Gingrich\u003c\/b\u003e, Denver Seminary\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"With decades of wisdom and experience, Tan applies his keen psychological and theological insights to both Western psychology literature and orthodox Christianity to help the reader navigate the twenty-first-century terrain of professional counseling and psychotherapy. With updated content on mindfulness and acceptance-based approaches to psychological treatment, among others, the Christian reader is exceptionally prepared to explore the sizable counseling and clinical literatures with conviction.\"\u003cbr\u003e--\u003cb\u003eJoshua J. Knabb\u003c\/b\u003e, California Baptist University; editor, \u003ci\u003eJournal of Psychology and Christianity\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSiang-Yang Tan\u003c\/b\u003e (PhD, McGill University) is senior professor of clinical psychology at Fuller Theological Seminary, senior pastor emeritus of First Evangelical Church Glendale in Southern California, and the author of numerous books, including \u003ci\u003eLay Counseling\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eShepherding God's People\u003c\/i\u003e, and \u003ci\u003eCoping with Depression\u003c\/i\u003e. He is a licensed psychologist and a fellow of the American Psychological Association. Tan currently serves as spiritual director of the American Association of Christian Counselors.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 592\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.34 x 9.29 x 7.01 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e April 19, 2022\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42728146370623,"sku":"9781540962904","price":65.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0105\/8226\/1823\/files\/ed6ae318d8eb923595333e25aea9bc6e.webp?v=1765117436","url":"https:\/\/dhlswag.com\/products\/counseling-and-psychotherapy-a-christian-perspective-hardcover","provider":"BBB","version":"1.0","type":"link"}