In the spiritual realm we face the larger view and the meaning of life itself in a way that is difficult to explain and comprehend. The questions that are shrouded in mystery remain a challenge to our clients and ourselves. The development of sensitivity and comfort in discussing a client s' spiritual issues will help practitioners facilitate spiritual solutions in keeping with the clients belief system. A spiritual value or belief may connect to, or be, a powerful resource in the clients life that can be used in problem solving, coping, or the process of recovery or emotional healing. The practitioner who respects the clients spiritual values and beliefs may discover that therapeutic benefits can be accomplished through them.
Faith also involves the elements of trust, loyalty and commitment to someone or something.
It is a matter of both head and heart. It is part idea, part feeling, part commitment, and part action. It is something known and it is also something experienced. Understand the influence of personal life experiences. We will give but we will also receive if we are open to learn.