Theories of Ethical Counselling Integration (DZ2860S)

Content

This unit will explore the theories and ethical application of Professional Christian Counselling that seeks to integrate Psychology, Theology and Spirituality.

Learning outcomes

Unit sequence

This is a core unit of the advanced diploma in Counselling.

Co-requisite: Counselling Integration Practicum

Pedagogy

This unit is an online supported delivery that employs group lecture interaction at the commencement of the unit, online, utilising additional instructor-led material analysis and discussion, and a mid-semester group lecture tutorial. Students can engage in the group lecture through physical or technology enabled attendance.

Indicative Bibliography

• Entwistle, D. N. (2015). Integrative approaches to psychology and Christianity : an introduction to worldview issues, philosophical foundations and models of integration. Wipf and Stock Publishers.
• Foster, R. J. (2008). Celebration of discipline : the path to spiritual growth. Hodder.
• Foster, R. J. (2018). Streams of Living Water: celebrating the great traditions of Christian faith. Hodder & Stoughton
• Greggo, S. P. & Sisemore, T. A. (2012). Counseling and Christianity : Five Approaches. IVP Academic.
• McMinn, M. & Campbell, C. (2009). Integrative psychotherapy: Toward a comprehensive Christian approach. InterVarsity Press.
• McMinn, M. R. (2008). Sin and grace in Christian counseling : an integrative paradigm. IVP Academic.
• McMinn, M. R. (2011). Psychology, theology, and spirituality in Christian counseling. Tyndale House.
• Richards, P. S. & Bergin, A. E. (2005). A spiritual strategy for counseling and psychotherapy. American Psychological Association.
• Sanders, R. K. (2013). Christian counseling ethics : a handbook for psychologists, therapists and pastors (2nd ed.). InterVarsity Press

Assessment