This option explores the main features of the transpersonal approaches to counselling and psychotherapy, covering a wide range of aspects such as the diverse transpersonal therapeutic frameworks, the integration of the spiritual connection in the therapeutic process, the rich variety of transpersonal techniques, and the transpersonal models of psychopathology. Special attention is given to analyse the challenges and dangers associated to these approaches, and to how to work on the shadows and egoic patterns of the therapist so their interference in the therapeutic process is minimized.
The option combines theoretical contents with practical exercises which provide an experiential understanding of the involved concepts and techniques. Whether wishing to explore how transpersonal psychotherapy and counselling theory and techniques might be integrated into practice, if already a trained therapist, or whether aiming to learn how transpersonal perspectives might inform understanding and involvement in wider contexts, this option will provide a general perspective of how to foster and assist processes of psychospiritual healing and maturation.
