Spirituality and Mental Health
This entry was inspired by another a blog called The Awakening. A moving story of courage, love, emotion, spiritual journey and healing that would be an inspiration to almost anyone.
The integration of spirituality and psychology dates back to the very beginning of the study of Psychology. Carl Jung identified archetypes and the collective unconscious as spiritual in nature. He describes a oneness among beings and across time.
The "Blue Book" and the 12 step programs for people who struggle with addictions have clearly defined spirituality as a vitaingredientnt in recovery. 12 step programs are being used for OCD, eating disorders, families, gambling, etc you name it there is probably a 12 step group for it somewhere to aid in healing and recovery.
More recently DBT an evidenced- based practice for Borderline Personality Disorder has incorporated Mindfulness as a key in skills training techniques. Marsha Linehan, the founder of DBT reportedly immersed herself in eastern spirituality. She reported noticed the importance of spirituality and incorporated Mindfulness into DBT treatment.
Most people seeking mental health treatment admit to having some spiritual practice or belief. Mixing mental health and spirituality has been seen as taboo. How can we integrate and understand the fullness of individuals if we avoid a major part of their being?
The integration of spirituality and psychology dates back to the very beginning of the study of Psychology. Carl Jung identified archetypes and the collective unconscious as spiritual in nature. He describes a oneness among beings and across time.
The "Blue Book" and the 12 step programs for people who struggle with addictions have clearly defined spirituality as a vitaingredientnt in recovery. 12 step programs are being used for OCD, eating disorders, families, gambling, etc you name it there is probably a 12 step group for it somewhere to aid in healing and recovery.
More recently DBT an evidenced- based practice for Borderline Personality Disorder has incorporated Mindfulness as a key in skills training techniques. Marsha Linehan, the founder of DBT reportedly immersed herself in eastern spirituality. She reported noticed the importance of spirituality and incorporated Mindfulness into DBT treatment.
Most people seeking mental health treatment admit to having some spiritual practice or belief. Mixing mental health and spirituality has been seen as taboo. How can we integrate and understand the fullness of individuals if we avoid a major part of their being?
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