By integrating religion and spirituality into training, research, and clinical practice, psychologists can provide more holistic and culturally competent care.
Though multiculturalism is part of psychology training, religion and spirituality are often overlooked.spirituality
are often strong contributors to our values, behaviors, and well-being. Yet, despite their importance, R/S are frequently overlooked and/or undifferentiated in psychological training and practice. All too often, psychologists do not view R/S as a critical dimension of multiculturalism or intersectionality.
However, our failure to acknowledge the potential importance of R/S for both those who identify as religious or spiritual as well as those who do not may likely limit the therapeutic alliance and treatment effectiveness for a large segment of the population. Moreover, R/S can be particularly important for groups that experience multiple minority stressors such as those who identify as LGBTQ+, cultural minorities, and immigrants.
There is much discussion in the field regarding how clinical training programs and accreditation standards can be modified to incorporate R/S—and we are now faced with the challenge of answering this call to action on a professional level. However, there is limited discussion regarding how clients can agentively self-advocate for the inclusion of R/S within their own course of treatment.
Religion and spirituality are vital aspects of human diversity. By integrating R/S into training, research, and clinical practice, psychologists can provide more holistic and culturally competent care. Addressing this gap is not just a professional responsibility—it is a recognition of the profound ways in which R/S can contribute to identities, relationships, and mental health.
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