ADDICTION: ADDRESSING SPIRITUAL
The approach I use in my private practice is that human beings are three-dimensional: physical, emotional (brain), and spiritual. Usually when people first hear the word “spiritual” they think one of two things: “Oh, she is one of those religious nuts.” Or “Here we go with that foo-foo stuff”. Wrong on both thoughts.
Usually on the initial assessment done with new clients, the question “Religious belief” is asked. While I am getting to know the new client, I listen carefully for how vested they are in their stated religion. Are they firm in their religious foundational belief? Are there cracks in that foundation? Do they not have any belief at all? Are they atheist? Agnostic? Could they be undefined spiritual? Once I can understand where they are at, I can help them either rebuild on their solid foundation, explore possibilities to cement the cracks, or help define their spirituality.
For me it is helping the client balance that third dimension of the human experience: the spiritual. Having all three dimensions in balance means a healthier path to continued healing.
What are your thoughts on spirituality in recovery? Please send you thoughts to me at
maxfabry@lifestylechangescounseling.com.
Be well on your spiritual journey.
To learn more about me, MAx Fabry, and my private practice, please go to
http://www.lifestylechangescounseling.com
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