Psychotherapy and Faith as Safe Harbors in Turbulent Times
November 8, 2024 | 8:00 AM - 3:30 PM CT
Fondren Hall at St. Paul’s UMC
5501 Main Street
Houston, Texas 77004
virtual attendance accommodated via Zoom
Ongoing social, political, and environmental turbulence has left many individuals feeling confused, disoriented, fatigued, and disenchanted. Images, experiences, and stories of human suffering seem inescapable as we witness conflict unfolding all around us. Despite these challenges, there remains an enduring possibility and capacity for resilience, transformation, connection, and a sense of togetherness. This conference explores perspectives that demonstrate how psychotherapy and faith may work together to facilitate the reconciliation of internal conflicts, enabling individuals to confront and integrate emotions that otherwise may be repressed, on one hand, or maladaptively expressed, on the other. Both may serve as vital resources, offering spiritual anchoring, a sense of solace, and the soothing balm of community and connectedness.
By gaining a deeper understanding of how these resources are situated within the current social context, mental health professionals and clergy can enhance their ability to foster healing. Join us in this exploration of important themes that can guide us through life's most challenging moments and discover how they can enrich your professional practice and personal understanding.
Five and one half (5.5) continuing education hours offered for the following professions:
Psychiatry
Psychology
Social Work
Marriage and Family Therapy
Licensed Professional Counseling
Certificates of attendance will be offered to all participants.
Learning Objectives
Upon completion of this activity, participants will have a better understanding of how to:
apply principles from world traditions to inform the experience of suffering.
integrate spiritual resources in clinical settings.
engage in depolarizing interactions with those who hold differing beliefs.