What is Christian therapy?

Christian therapy applies religious beliefs in the counseling environment. Those looking for Christian therapy are usually Christians who want to use the principles of their religion to solve family, marital or other difficulties. Clients in Christian counseling regularly meet with a therapist to discuss their concerns in the same way they could consult with a traditional or secular therapist. Couples can strive for marital counseling and families can seek therapy to improve the communication and dynamics of the family at home, especially after the divorce or re -marriage. Some Christian therapists focus on very serious or life -threatening problems such as sexual abuse, dependence and eating disorders. This can mean anything from a discussion of biblical passages on transformation and redemption to a disgust value, such as defining what is right or bad on a particular situation and how Christian concept of sin plays a role in relationships and human breedingor. Christian advisors are also trying to help clients whose religious past could create a sense of self -confidence that prevents their abilities to solve current concerns. These therapists usually study psychology and sociology and theology. In addition, some Christian therapists have a background in psychiatry, social work and drug and alcohol counseling.

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session in Christian Therapy is like a trained counselor, and begins with a medical history and an overview of what the brother's brother's client has in therapy. Depending on the situation, some advisors can pray or read biblical passages with clients, especially if it helps to bring comfort to someone who is surviving or needs support that religious rituals provide. Other advisors can focus on talk therapy to learn more about the client's situation.

One controversial area in Christian therapy is faiththat homosexual clients can change their sexual orientation through intensive therapy and determination to live a heterosexual lifestyle. Some Christian advisors practice what is called conversion therapy and claims success with some homosexual clients. Those who deal with conversion therapy often face ethical issues and generally do not support such therapy.