Experiential Unity Theory and Model

Reclaiming the Soul

By (author) Alyson Quinn

Publication date:

07 June 2012

Length of book:

162 pages

Publisher

Jason Aronson, Inc.

ISBN-13: 9780765709295

Experiential Unity Theory and Model was devised to address the current concerns dominating the field of group therapy and individual counseling. It is vital that any healing modality address the root of the distress being presented. More and more clients are disconnected from their souls, and that is the principal cause of the levels of depression, anxiety, stress, eating disorders, anger, and other symptoms that are evident at disturbing levels in society today. Treatments from a cognitive behavioral perspective have a tendency to intellectualize clients’ experiences and therefore may present barriers to the necessary soul-based healing. The Experiential Unity Theory and Model is integrative, it includes the mind, body, spirit, and emotions in its treatment and therefore is able to provide a healing milieu whereby clients can address the core of their problems and heal fully.

Acknowledgments
List of illustrations
Chapter 1 A brief history of group therapy
Chapter 2 Cultural influences impacting healing
Chapter 3 Bridging Indigenous and Western healers
Chapter 4 Experiential Unity theory and model
Chapter 5 Facilitator skills and complementary components of the model
Chapter 6 Examples of other tools and process
Chapter 7 Conclusion
References
About the Author
Index

This approach to group work is worth taking a look at. It is a strength-focused model that incorporates the whole person and gets right to the essential issues while being efficient with group time. As a group facilitator using these tools I found it effective and honoring of clients' experiences. The use of body movement in group is also an essential element that helps the transformation process.