Discussion Question
The lectures talked about the value of integrating psychology and our Christian faith in counseling. When you think of the area of human services counseling, per se, what do you think are the most important points made in the lecture that would encourage you to look for ways to use both psychology and theology/Christian spirituality in your human services counseling? Even if you work in a secular setting (such as a community mental health center) how can you utilize some of the elements of a "Christian" counseling approach (as defined in the lecture) in all human services counseling settings?
Put another way, how could you argue that in answering the question "what is the solution to our problems" we should draw from both psychology and theology/spirituality, rather than just one worldview perspective? In your answer, demonstrate that you are reflecting on solid concepts from the lectures; cite the lectures correctly as directed in the discussion board instructions document.
Assignemnt: HAWKINS & CLINTON BOOK REVIEWINSTRUCTIONS
You must complete a book review ofThe New Christian Counselor: A Fresh Biblical and Transformational Approachby Hawkins& Clintonthatwill include 3sections (summary, analysis, and application).
Summary
In the summary section (at least1page) identify the 8-10 most important concepts of the book. That is, if you could boil down the most important points in the Hawkins&Clinton book, and explain them to a friend, what would they be? Do not just list chapter titles or book sections but summarize the main points in a way that indicates adequate understanding of the Hawkins & Clinton approach to integrative counseling. When you present your ideas, consider highlighting your main points-italics, sub-headings, etc. - to make it easier to pick out the concepts you have chosen.
Analysis
In this section (approximately 1page) consider the Module/Week 2lecture discussion on the models of integration (you may also consult the "Comparing the 5 Views Christians Take to Psychology"PowerPoint or the "The Integration of Psychology and Christianity" document for this section) and explain how you would describe the integration approach of Hawkins &Clinton. What model of integration do you think their approach represents? Would Hawkins & Clinton identify psychological issues apart from spiritual issues, or are they all the same? How important is psychological theory and research in the Hawkins & Clinton approach?
Application
In this section (at least1page), you mustdemonstrate how you wouldapply some of the principles discussed by Hawkins & Clinton to counselingin a human services setting.
Review this description of a typical day in the life of a human services counseling professional working in a community agency:
On a daily basis in your agency, you will work with clients with diagnoses of major mental illnesses, many of whom also engage in pervasive substance abuse. Your clients will have numerous dysfunctional relationships and, as a result, mostwill exhibit a lack of trust. Many have poor self-management skills, often neglecting to take medications, show up for work, etc. Some cannot even adequately complete activities of daily living (ADL's). Legal problems are often part of your challenges as is homelessness. Your clients may be poor problem solvers and easily get into petty confrontations with others.
As you seek to integrate psychological theory and research with biblical theology/Christian spirituality in your practice as a human services counselor, what concepts from the Hawkins & Clinton book would you be able to apply? Keep in mind that some of you will work in secular agencies, while others will work in faith-based agencies. Although you can draw in concepts from the whole book, try to focus primarily on the first 3chapters of the Hawkins & Clinton book. Mention and explain at least 5concepts from the text that you would find helpful as you deal with your clients. Make sure your application has taken into account the typical human services counseling needs mentioned above. Present your 5 concepts in such a way that the main points are obvious to the reader-consider using italics, or sub-headings to highlight the main points.
Format your assignment according to the following formatting requirements:
1. The answer should be typed, double spaced, using Times New Roman font (size 12), with one-inch margins on all sides.
2. The response also includes a cover page containing the title of the assignment, the student's name, the course title, and the date. The cover page is not included in the required page length.
3. Also include a reference page. The Citations and references should follow APA format. The reference page is not included in the required page length.