by Dr. Brian Hooper | Aug 8, 2022 | All Posts, Depth Psychology, Spirituality, Spiritually Integrated Psychotherapy
It is popular to speak of spirituality today. Many will say that they are “spiritual but not religious.” I’m not here to make an argument for or against religion, as some religions do, and some do not contribute to a person’s sense of soul. I am here to sound a...
by Dr. Brian Hooper | Jun 11, 2021 | All Posts, Anxiety, Emotions, Spiritually Integrated Psychotherapy
It has become very popular to quote the wisdom, “Don’t take anything personally.” Although well intentioned, this piece of advice can be damaging if not properly understood. It can result in frustration, shame, and hopelessness by the person receiving it. And, for the...
by Dr. Brian Hooper | May 18, 2021 | All Posts, Christian Counseling, Spiritually Integrated Psychotherapy
The first thing I must stress is that it is the person who is being treated, not the diagnosis nor the illness. And I don’t even like the word “treated.” It would be better said that the pastoral psychotherapist accompanies the client/patient on a healing journey....
by Dr. Brian Hooper | Feb 11, 2021 | All Posts, Relationship and Marriage Challenges, Spiritually Integrated Psychotherapy
King “Ego” suffers in the sweatbox of his own thoughts. He must be consumed by the fire if he is to ever be his authentic self and connect to others. Sympathy recognizes the suffering of others. It witnesses and registers the pain of physical and emotional stress. It...
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