Training and Education in Religion/Spirituality Within APA-Accredited Clinical Psychology Programs

Future and current psychologists may find themselves baffled when confronted with the diversity of religious and spiritual backgrounds of their clients. Few psychologists have received professional training with regard to religion and spirituality, despite the public's overwhelming interest. Cu...

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Published in:Professional psychology, research and practice research and practice, 2002-04, Vol.33 (2), p.203-206
Main Authors: Brawer, Peter A, Handal, Paul J, Fabricatore, Anthony N, Roberts, Rafael, Wajda-Johnston, Valerie A
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Client Characteristics
Curriculum
Educational Programs
Human
Postgraduate Training
Professional development
Psychology
Religion
Spirituality
Trends
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Summary:Future and current psychologists may find themselves baffled when confronted with the diversity of religious and spiritual backgrounds of their clients. Few psychologists have received professional training with regard to religion and spirituality, despite the public's overwhelming interest. Currently, the topic of religion/spirituality is being covered to some degree in most accredited clinical programs. However, a distinct minority of these programs approach this education and training in a systematic fashion, whereas other programs report no educational or training opportunities in this area. Several recommendations are made for training programs, which are encouraged to increase their sensitivity to this topic, provide more opportunities for student growth in this area, and incorporate religious and spiritual issues into course work.
ISSN:0735-7028
1939-1323
DOI:10.1037/0735-7028.33.2.203