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Counselling by Clinical Psychologists with a Christian perspective.

 

 

 

What is the difference between Biblical Counselling, Pastoral Counselling and counselling by a Christian Psychologist?

 

The terms Biblical Counselling and Pastoral Counselling are often used interchangeably to describe the process whereby a pastor or other Christian counsellor helps people understand their problems in the context of God's word, the bible. They help people understand what the bible says about how to respond to their present predicament.

 

Not only does the bible contain much practical wisdom but it also outlines what is required for living a healthy Christian life, rooted in an understanding of the love of God revealed in his son, Jesus Christ. However there are times in people's lives when, despite living in a realtionship with God, seeking to live the way his bible suggests, they continue to suffer from physical or emotional ill health. The story of Job in the Old Testament is one such instance.

 

While God can and does heal people supernaturally from physical and emotional suffering, he also uses human means to bring about healing, through people like doctors and psychologists.

 

While we strongly encourage you to seek support, biblical counselling, and prayer from your local church, the Christian Psychologists in our practice aim to use our expertise as Clinical Psychologists to overcome problems that persist despite prayer and pastoral counselling.

 

In our practice (Peter J. Allen & Associates) we provide therapy which is based on the science of psychology. However if you consult one of the Christian Psychologists within our practice you are able to receive therapy from someone who understands your world view. They will teach you strategies which are likely to assist you in coping with you psychological difficulties, while encouraging you to understand your struggles in the context of your relationship with Jesus.

 

 

What is the difference between a Psychologist and a Clinical Psychologist?

 

For registration as a psychologist in most states of Australia a person must have completed a minimum of four years full-time University training in an accredited University Degree and two years supervised postgraduate experience. Recognition as a Clinical Psychologist requires a minimum of an additional two years of postgraduate training in Clinical Psychology, or equivalent. In other words Clinical Psychologists complete at least 6 years of full-time University training, with the final two years involving intensive training in the assessment and treatment of a range of psychological disorders. (Under the new Medicare initiative consultations with a Clinical Psychologist also attract a higher Medicare rebate than consultations with non-clinical Psychologists).

 

 

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