Introduction to Psychology and Counseling: Christian Perspectives and Applications

This standard introduction to psychology and counseling offers an explanation of classic theory and a holistic Christian view of humanity and counseling. The book includes over one hundred "spotlights" (brief essays featuring persons, ideas, and applications relevant to Christian counseling), copious illustrations, a glossary explaining technical terms, and thorough indexes. The text, organized according to the way introductory counseling courses are taught, serves as a helpful reference tool of enduring value.

Subject areas include:
personality
classic psychological theory
the biological basis of behavior
emotions and motivation
memory, cognition, self-concept
child and adult development
sensation and perception
social psychology
individual and family counseling
psychology of religion
abnormal psychology
individual and group therapy