Psycho-spiritual Care in Health Care Practice

Introduction - Guy Harrison, Head of Spiritual and Pastoral Care, Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust. Part One. The Development of Psycho-Spiritual Care: Research and Practice - Guy Harrison. 1. The Practice of Psycho-Spiritual Care. 2. An Autoethnographic Narrative Case Study Approach to Research. 3. Liminality and Healing. 4. Developing Psycho-Spiritual Care as an Aspect of Holistic Health. Part Two. Aspects of Psycho-Spiritual Care in Health Care Practice. Introduction - William West, Visiting Professor in Counselling at the University of Chester and Honorary Reader in Counselling Studies at the University of Manchester. 5. The Struggle for Meaning: Incorporating a spiritual dimension in mental health care - Rachel Freeth, Psychiatrist and Counsellor. 6. Spirituality, Psychosis and the Journey of Life - Isabel Clarke, Consultant Clinical Psychologist, Southern Health NHS Foundation Trust. 7. Souls and Shadows: Words, Music and the Compassionate Spirit - Bob Heath, Music Therapist. 8. The Mindfulness of Caring - Gavin Garman, Deputy Director of Nursing and Practice, Devon Partnership Trust. 9. Searching for Identity in Uncertain Professional Territory: Psychospirituality as Discourse for Non-Religious Spiritual Care - Steve Nolan, Chaplain. 10. Conclusion - Guy Harrison.

This easy-to-read book draws on more than two decades of experience of working with patients and carers. The result is a compelling book that provides important insights into the nature of care and caring. Highly recommended for all who are interested in contributing to a holistic care environment.