The Baker Encyclopedia of Psychology and Counseling, Second Edition incorporates the findings from the most capable authors on key topics, issues, and movements in the field of psychology. With over 1,400 entries (articles and cross-references), this massive volume contains resources the Christian psychologist or counselor needs to identify disorders, trends, techniques, and other essential concepts. And each article has been reviewed for the second edition to reflect the current literature in the field.

The Baker Encyclopedia of Psychology and Counseling has established itself as one of the premier resources for pastors, counselors, and Christian psychologists. This second edition has an added benefit for pastors and counselors: to address the unique challenges they face, a new category of articles exploring the many aspects of pastoral care and counseling has been added. These include articles on grace and pastoral care, the role of the Holy Spirit in counseling, legal issues in counseling, and pastoral care of the sick.

The trustworthiness of psychology has long been debated in Christian communities. With the Baker Encyclopedia of Psychology and Counseling, you’ll have a dependable source of information for every facet of the theory and practice of contemporary psychology. The work derives its strength from its numerous contributors writing on their areas of expertise from a Christian perspective

About the author (1985)

David G. Benner (PhD, York University; postdoctoral studies, Chicago Institute of Psychoanalysis) is an internationally known depth psychologist, author, spiritual guide, and personal transformation coach who lives in Toronto, Ontario. Benner has authored or edited more than thirty books, including Soulful Spirituality and Spirituality and the Awakening Self. He lectures widely around the world and has held numerous clinical and academic appointments. For more information, visit his website at [www.drdavidgbenner.ca](http://drdavidgbenner.ca) or his Facebook page.