“…Given that occupational therapy intrinsically values a holistic approach (AOTA, 1993), wellness (Johnson, 1986;Reitz, 1992;White, 1986), and quality of life (Robnett & Gliner, 1995), spirituality, which is part of all three of these professional components (Banks, 1980;Benjamin & Looby, 1998;Benzein, Norberg & Saveman, 1998;Conrad, 1985;Emblen & Halstead, 1993;Hamilton & Jackson, 1998;Kennedy, Davis & Taylor, 1998;Riley et al, 1998;Ross, 1995;Sellers & Haag, 1998) is appropriate to research for the profession. Furthermore, the current renewed interest in including spirituality in the profession indicates that spirituality is a timely topic to analyze for occupational therapy.…”