Treating the whole person: A holistic approach to psychotherapy.

Sultanoff, Steven M.

doi:10.1080/08873267.1997.9986876

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“…These results support clinicians who adopt a holistic approach in their clinical practices (e.g. Sultanoff, 1997), encouraging the integration of the physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual aspects of the human condition in treatment.…”

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The comprehensive inventory of thriving: a systematic review of published validation studies and a replication study

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In this study we sought to collect evidence regarding the validity of the Comprehensive Inventory of Thriving (CIT), systematically reviewing studies that tested its psychometric properties (Study 1) and trying to replicate validity evidence collected across previous validation studies (Study 2). We found five studies that tested the validity of CIT scores through the collection of different kinds of evidence (score structure validity, convergent validity, discriminant validity, criterion-related validity, incremental validity, internal consistency, test-retest reliability). Results were often inconsistent across studies (especially for the score structure validity evidence). Using a sample of 483 Italian participants (63.0% female; aged 18–71 years), we replicated the tests performed in the previous validation studies. Findings suggest that the best fitting model is the one that (1) adds the overarching latent construct of thriving, which can be measured using the total scale score; and (2) merges the Skills and Flow factors in just one factor, named “Skills for Flow”. At the same time, the different kinds of validity evidence collected both in previous validation studies and in the current replication study indicate high overlap among thriving sub-dimensions and poor validity evidence. We concluded that the CIT in its present form is not an adequate instrument to assess thriving, thus mono-dimensional scales (e.g. Brief Inventory of Thriving) should be currently preferred. Suggestions to develop a multi-dimensional scale measuring thriving (both using a theory-driven approach or a data-drive approach) are discussed.

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The comprehensive inventory of thriving: a systematic review of published validation studies and a replication study

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“…In the present study, we examined the degree to which the Adams et al theoretical conceptualization of wellness was operationalized by the PWS. Consistent with a number of authors who have called for increased efforts in empirically investigating the construct of wellness and supporting its use in the context of counseling (e.g., Chandler et al, 1992; Cowen, 1998; Crose et al, 1992; Elsenrath, 1984; Hatfield & Hatfield, 1992; Lightsey, 1996; Sultanoff, 1997; Thorenson & Eagleston, 1985; Witmer & Sweeney, 1992), the present study also examined whether the PWS can serve as a predictor variable for certain mental health variables.…”

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An Empirical Investigation of a Theoretically Based Measure of Perceived Wellness.

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Waehler²,

Rogers³

2005

Journal of Counseling Psychology

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is a recently developed instrument intended to operationalize the comprehensive Perceived Wellness Model (T. Adams, J. Bezner, & M. Steinhardt, 1997), an innovative model that attempts to include the balance of multiple life activities in its evaluation of well-being. Two university samples (N ϭ 317) were used to (a) examine the psychometric properties of the PWS, (b) determine how well the PWS represents the Perceived Wellness Model, and (c) ascertain how well the PWS relates to psychological functioning. Results suggest that the PWS may have potential as a psychometrically sound instrument that does relate in hypothesized ways to standardized measures of mental health. Specifically, a revised 33-item PWS accounted for 29.

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“…It has been recognized that cultivating spirituality is important for the attainment of overall health, well-being, and the quality of life. Several multidimensional models of human functioning include spirituality as an essential component of health (e.g., Hettler, 1984;Sultanoff, 1997;Witmer & Sweeney, 1992). It has also been recognized that mental health professionals must address the health and wellness of their clients by including interventions in therapy that address their spirituality (Chandler, Holden, & Kolander, 1992).…”

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A Series of Progressive Legal and Ethical Decision-Making Steps for Using Christian Spiritual Interventions in Psychotherapy

Chappelle

2000

Journal of Psychology and Theology

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Recently, there has been a growing trend in the professional literature to address the question: “In what ways should spiritual interventions be used in counseling, with which clients, and under which circumstances?” However, few therapists have received training and supervised experience in incorporating spiritual interventions into their work. This article briefly addresses the purpose and prevalence of Christian spiritual interventions and proposes a series of progressive legal and ethical decision-making steps to improve therapists' skills in incorporating such interventions into psychotherapy. The initial steps include an assessment of the therapist's role, the setting of therapy, and the presenting problem of the client. Additional steps include obtaining informed consent, evaluating a therapist's competency, maintaining professional and scientific responsibility, respecting the client's religious values, documenting the use of spiritual interventions, making appropriate financial arrangements, and promoting the welfare of the client.

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Treating the whole person: A holistic approach to psychotherapy.

Cited by 4 publications

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The comprehensive inventory of thriving: a systematic review of published validation studies and a replication study

The comprehensive inventory of thriving: a systematic review of published validation studies and a replication study

An Empirical Investigation of a Theoretically Based Measure of Perceived Wellness.

A Series of Progressive Legal and Ethical Decision-Making Steps for Using Christian Spiritual Interventions in Psychotherapy

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