Counselor development of spiritual competence: A grounded theory understanding
by Tillman, Douglas R., Ph.D., UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH DAKOTA, 2011, 161 pages; 3487303

Abstract:

The process of how counselors develop spiritual competence was explored using a qualitative, grounded theory framework. A total of five themes, among 12 participants, were identified in the study. These themes formed the foundation of the theory constructed to explain this phenomenon. These findings suggest that spiritual competence in counselors is developed and shaped by their own on-going spiritual journey, socially constructing knowledge and skill with others, a general reverence and respect for spirituality, an internal drive or passion to be spiritually competent, and are skilled at traversing common pitfalls in this realm with clients. Also presented are the implications of these findings to counseling and counselor education, and areas for future research.
 
AdviserKelly Duncan
SchoolUNIVERSITY OF SOUTH DAKOTA
SourceDAI/B 73-03, p. , Jan 2012
Source TypeDissertation
SubjectsCounseling psychology; Spirituality
Publication Number3487303
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