Integrative Body-Mind-Spirit Social Work An Empirically Based Approach to Assessment and Treatment

by Lee, Mo Yee; Ng, Siu-Man; Leung, Pamela Pui Yu; Chan, Cecilia Lai Wan; Leung, Pamela

• ISBN13: 9780195301021
• ISBN10: 0195301021
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 2009-03-25
• Publisher: Oxford University Press

Summary

This breakthrough work presents an integrative therapeutic approach that ties Eastern philosophy and practical techniques to Western forms of therapy in order to create effective, positive, and transformative changes in individuals and families. Integrative therapy focuses on the mind-body-spirit relationship, recognizes spirituality as a fundamental domain of human existence, acknowledges and utilizes the power of the mind as well as the body, and reaches beyond self-actualization or symptom reduction to broaden a perception of self that connects individuals to a larger sense of oneself and to the community. As interest in non-Western curative techniques continues to grow among Americans, Integrative Body-Mind-Spirit Social Work is the first book that connects Western therapeutic techniques with Eastern philosophy and practices, while also providing a comprehensive and pragmatic practice framework for social work, psychology, counseling, and nursing professionals. The authors expertly and innovatively provide a pragmatic, step-by-step description of assessment and treatment techniques that employ an integrative, holistic perspective. Beginning by establishing the conceptual framework of integrative body-mind-spirit social work, they go on to expound a thorough step-by-step description of assessment and treatment techniques that utilize integrative and holistic perspectives. Several case studies are explored in order to provide empirical evidence that integrative body-mind-spirit social work is indeed a practical therapeutic approach in bringing about tangible changes in clients. The authors also explore ethical issues and tips for learning Integrative Body-Mind-Spirit social work. Professionals in social work, psychology, counseling, and nursing, as well as graduate students in courses on integral, alternative, or complementary clinical practice will find this to be a much-needed resource that complements the growing interest in spiritual and integrative approaches to traditional Western psychotherapy.

Author Biography

Mo Yee Lee is Professor at College of Social Work, The Ohio State University. She has a dual focus in her clinical practice and scholarly work that includes clinical practice and research using a solution-focused/strengths perspective and cross-cultural clinical practice with individuals and families. Siu-man Ng is Assistant Professor, Department of Social Work and Social Administration & Associate Director, Centre on Behavioral Health, The University of Hong Kong. Dr. Ng's research focus is the application of traditional Chinese medicine and philosophies in mental health practice. His key research areas are operationalizing Chinese medicine 'stagnation syndrome' concept as a psychological construct, illness coping strategies among irritable bowel syndrome patients, and the relations between work burnout and spirituality. Pamela Leung is Assistant Professor, Department of Social Work and Social Administration. Dr. Leung is an experienced social worker and supervisor in health and clinical social work. Her areas of interest are integrative body-mind-spirit approach, psychosocial oncology, healthcare social work and meaning-focused intervention. She is also a trainer of the Body-mind-spirit approach, locally and internationally. Cecila L.W. Chan is Professor, Department of Social Work and Social Administration; & Director, Centre on Behavioral Health, Associate Director, HKJC Centre for Suicide Research and Prevention The University of Hong Kong. Professor Chan publishes widely in health, practice research, empowerment, women, cancer, bereavement and palliative care. She used a strength-oriented approach in her work of empowerment of traumatized individuals. Her focus is on growth and transformation through pain.

Table of Contents

Foreword	p. vii
Preface and Acknowledgments	p. xi
List of Contributors	p. xv
Introduction: The Coming of Integrative Body-Mind-Spirit Social Work	p. xvii
A Theoretical and Practice Framework of Integrative Body-Mind-Spirit Social Work
The Philosophical Underpinnings of Integrative Body-Mind-Spirit Social Work: Holistic Wellness and the Beauty of Harmony	p. 5
Assumptions of Integrative Body-Mind-Spirit Social Work Regarding Change	p. 27
Elements of Integrative Body-Mind-Spirit Social Work
Systemic Assessment: Everything Is Connected	p. 51
Formulating a Treatment Plan: A Multidimensional Approach	p. 83
The Power of the Mind: Moving Beyond Cognition and Problem Resolution	p. 95
Nurturing the Body for Balance and Tranquility	p. 127
From the Body to the Mind and Spirit	p. 162
Spiritual Growth and Transformation: Expanding Life's Horizons	p. 171
Centering the Self: Personal Growth and Transformation	p. 197
Applications and Treatment Effectiveness
The Efficacy of the Integrative Body-Mind-Spirit Group and Social Support Group on Female Breast Cancer Patients	p. 217
Improving the Quality of Life and Psychological Well-being of Patients with Colorectal Cancer	p. 236
Instilling Hope: The Efficacy of Integrative Body-Mind-Spirit Group Treatment for Female Patients with Depressive Disorders	p. 245
Integrative Body-Mind-Spirit Approach to Enhance Women's Well-being	p. 263
Meditation and Treatment of Female Trauma Survivors	p. 275
Learning and Using Integrative Body-Mind-Spirit Social Work in Practice
Ethics and Integrative Body-Mind-Spirit Social Work	p. 293
Learning Integrative Body-Mind-Spirit Social Work	p. 310
Additional Information on Yin-Yang Perspective, Buddhism, and Daoism	p. 321
Internet Resources	p. 334
References	p. 336
Index	p. 358
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