"The first edition of this book (1999, Free Press) provided the first comprehensive framework of knowledge, values, and skills for addressing spiritual diversity in social work at a time when this topic was little known or accepted.

So, if you're struggling to find new ways to deal with the ever-increasing and ever-diversifying demand for spiritual training in your particular social work setting, pick up this insightful edition and find new hope and direction in the ...

In this well-researched book you will find: a comparative analysis of various models of spirituality and spiritual development a study of chronically ill adults that shows how people can draw upon transpersonal experiences and beliefs to ...

It is exceptionally well written and conceptualized." --"Steven Applewhite, University of Houston" "I see many strengths in this text. Most importantly, the text covers material that I believe is critical in social work education.