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Collins, Gary R., 1934-

Christian counseling : a comprehensive guide / Gary R. Collins. - Rev. ed. - Dallas : Word Pub., c1988. - 711 p. ; 24 cm.

Includes index.

Bibliography: p. 596-701.

The church and counseling --
The counselor and counseling --
The core of counseling --
The community and counseling --
The crises in counseling --
Anxiety --
Loneliness --
Depression --
Anger --
Guilt --
Child rearing and parental guidance --
Adolescence --
Young adulthood --
Middle age --
The later years --
Interpersonal relationships --
Sex apart from marriage --
Sex within marriage --
Homosexuality --
Violence and abuse --
Inferiority and self-esteem --
Physical illness --
Grief --
Singleness --
Choosing a marriage partner --
Premarital counseling --
Marital problems --
Pregnancy issues --
Family problems --
Divorce and remarriage --
Mental disorders --
Alcoholism --
Addictions --
Financial counseling --
Vocational counseling --
Spiritual issues --
Other problems --
Counseling the counselor.

This proven "course" in pastoral counseling has been extensively expanded and revised by the author to include recent developments and research, new resources, and attention to newly urgent needs such as AIDS and eating disorders. Written with clarity and warmth, this volume builds on biblical foundations and reflects the author's practical experiences.

ISBN: 084993124X 9780849931246

LCCN: 88022076

Subjects--Topical Terms:
Pastoral counseling.
Pastoralno savjetovanje.

LC Class. No.: BV4012.2 / .C56 1988

Dewey Class. No.: 253.5