Document Type

Article

Publication Date

1999

Abstract

Some psychologists may be interested in working collaboratively with clergy and yet may not know where to start. What kinds of collaborative projects are possible? A qualitative analysis of 77 narratives offered by psychologists and clergy involved in collaboration revealed that collaboration between psychologists and clergy currently takes place in at least four contexts: mental health services, parish life, community concerns, and academics. Reported obstacles to collaboration are also described. Essential attitudes for psychologists interested in collaborating with clergy include respecting clergy as professionals, willingness to venture out from traditional professional settings, and exploring innovative collaborative possibilities.

Comments

Originally published in Professional Psychology: Research and Practice, 30, 547-551.

http://www.apa.org/pubs/journals/pro/

Download

Included in

Psychology Commons

Share

COinS