Spirituality Counselling in Ashton-under-Lyne

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Mukabo Road Safety
Psychologist, MSc, GMBPsS
Verified Verified
Ashton-under-Lyne OL5
"Having walked a certain path, as a Christian, my Faith in God and leaning on Him has been the greatest pillar I ever held on to experiencing my own post-traumatic growth. However, I value individual differences, respect, diversity, culture, integrity, honesty and ability to find your own path, grow, connect and build an enduring relationship. I firmly believe individuals can be empowered to find their own solutions. I am aware I might not have all the answers or solutions, but I could give one or two suggestions. I am happy to sit with people who find themselves in a dilemma, stuck in difficult and uncomfortable situations".
"Having walked a certain path, as a Christian, my Faith in God and leaning on Him has been the greatest pillar I ever held on to experiencing my own post-traumatic growth. However, I value individual differences, respect, diversity, culture, integrity, honesty and ability to find your own path, grow, connect and build an enduring relationship. I firmly believe individuals can be empowered to find their own solutions. I am aware I might not have all the answers or solutions, but I could give one or two suggestions. I am happy to sit with people who find themselves in a dilemma, stuck in difficult and uncomfortable situations".
01890 230058 View 01890 230058
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Cornetta Williams Walker Msc Mbacp. Ap
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Verified Verified
Ashton-under-Lyne OL7
Hello, my name is Cornetta and I am the mother of an adult child. I grew up in a difficult home environment and experienced ACE. I am often asked why have I been able to stay centred and grounded. I laugh and say “I have made lots of mistakes and I am human!’ Reflecting on this, I feel it’s my ability to listen, learn, and reflect but most of all to look at my life with compassion, acceptance, openness, and love. If you feel I can be of service and help please contact me and read some more. I am an integrative addiction therapist and psychotherapist. As a result of working in different settings,
Hello, my name is Cornetta and I am the mother of an adult child. I grew up in a difficult home environment and experienced ACE. I am often asked why have I been able to stay centred and grounded. I laugh and say “I have made lots of mistakes and I am human!’ Reflecting on this, I feel it’s my ability to listen, learn, and reflect but most of all to look at my life with compassion, acceptance, openness, and love. If you feel I can be of service and help please contact me and read some more. I am an integrative addiction therapist and psychotherapist. As a result of working in different settings,
07380 316330 View 07380 316330
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Healing Hearts Counselling
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, BACP
Verified Verified
Ashton-under-Lyne OL6
My name is Tina i offer a safe space for you to explore your deepest thoughts and feelings. A non judgemental and caring enviroment. Through our journey together we can build on trust and understanding and experience a wonderful therapeutic relationship. Counselling can be a very beautiful and empowering experiance for you and myself. Im very passionate about my job and feel very privileged to be in this position. I would love to hear from you, dont be shy once you take this first step you will wonder why you didnt earlier.
My name is Tina i offer a safe space for you to explore your deepest thoughts and feelings. A non judgemental and caring enviroment. Through our journey together we can build on trust and understanding and experience a wonderful therapeutic relationship. Counselling can be a very beautiful and empowering experiance for you and myself. Im very passionate about my job and feel very privileged to be in this position. I would love to hear from you, dont be shy once you take this first step you will wonder why you didnt earlier.
07507 176923 View 07507 176923
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Jon Astbury
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Ashton-under-Lyne OL6  (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Taking the step to talk to a Counsellor can be a daunting prospect but the experience of speaking to someone who doesn't criticise or judge or have their own agenda can be powerful, freeing and sometimes life-changing. My commitment is to value and understand your world as you see it and be a skilled companion in exploring the issues you raise in depth. I am an experienced Counsellor, Therapist and mental health worker having worked in the NHS, crisis services, the third sector and as an independent practitioner. I am a registered and accredited Counsellor and Psychotherapist (MBACP Accred).
Taking the step to talk to a Counsellor can be a daunting prospect but the experience of speaking to someone who doesn't criticise or judge or have their own agenda can be powerful, freeing and sometimes life-changing. My commitment is to value and understand your world as you see it and be a skilled companion in exploring the issues you raise in depth. I am an experienced Counsellor, Therapist and mental health worker having worked in the NHS, crisis services, the third sector and as an independent practitioner. I am a registered and accredited Counsellor and Psychotherapist (MBACP Accred).
0161 850 6871 View 0161 850 6871

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Yana Zavina Spiritual Psychotherapy-Counselling
MSc
Verified Verified
Manchester M1
Welcome to my page! My journey to Spiritual Psychotherapy and Soul Counselling began 30+ years ago during the extensive study of Yoga, Meditation, and Eastern Philosophy. This led me to become a yoga and meditation teacher in order to assist others to find their way back 'home' to wholeness of body, mind, and spirit. Eventually I was led to a study of western psychology. I am confident that my experience in both fields of spirituality and psychology has given me a unique opportunity to be able to access the Soul layers of our psyche to facilitate deeper levels of integration, healing, insight, self-awareness, and self-empowerment.
Welcome to my page! My journey to Spiritual Psychotherapy and Soul Counselling began 30+ years ago during the extensive study of Yoga, Meditation, and Eastern Philosophy. This led me to become a yoga and meditation teacher in order to assist others to find their way back 'home' to wholeness of body, mind, and spirit. Eventually I was led to a study of western psychology. I am confident that my experience in both fields of spirituality and psychology has given me a unique opportunity to be able to access the Soul layers of our psyche to facilitate deeper levels of integration, healing, insight, self-awareness, and self-empowerment.
01248 661511 View 01248 661511
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Sarah Tombs
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Verified Verified
Salford M5  (Online Only)
I use a beautiful mix of Psychology, Strategy & Spirituality inside my 90day Empowerment package, designed to help you create rapid change in a short space of time.
I'm Sarah - Therapist & Confidence Coach; spending the past 10 yrs teaching 1000’s of high achievers how to overcome doubt & take more confident, decisive action to live their most unapologetic life. Over the past decade, I’ve worked as a high level manager in the NHS & had my own challenges with imposter syndrome, self-doubt & fell into the comparison trap. I’ve experienced painful past relationships, ‘people pleasing', worked through grief/loss & I’ve overcome significant health challenges at a young age. I use my life lessons as medicine to practice with real understanding & now firmly believe that my softness is my superpower.
I use a beautiful mix of Psychology, Strategy & Spirituality inside my 90day Empowerment package, designed to help you create rapid change in a short space of time.
I'm Sarah - Therapist & Confidence Coach; spending the past 10 yrs teaching 1000’s of high achievers how to overcome doubt & take more confident, decisive action to live their most unapologetic life. Over the past decade, I’ve worked as a high level manager in the NHS & had my own challenges with imposter syndrome, self-doubt & fell into the comparison trap. I’ve experienced painful past relationships, ‘people pleasing', worked through grief/loss & I’ve overcome significant health challenges at a young age. I use my life lessons as medicine to practice with real understanding & now firmly believe that my softness is my superpower.
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Pierpaolo Paparo
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Verified Verified
Manchester M1  (Online Only)
My interest in psychotherapy, spirituality and meditation began after the end of my marriage several years ago, which like many other types of losses, triggered a lot of suffering. ​Life transition, family and friends losses, the breakup of long-term relationships, stress, anxiety and depression are all part of human suffering. However, we have an innate capability, which we can strengthen, that allows us to navigate and, more importantly, learn from our most difficult life experiences.
My interest in psychotherapy, spirituality and meditation began after the end of my marriage several years ago, which like many other types of losses, triggered a lot of suffering. ​Life transition, family and friends losses, the breakup of long-term relationships, stress, anxiety and depression are all part of human suffering. However, we have an innate capability, which we can strengthen, that allows us to navigate and, more importantly, learn from our most difficult life experiences.
020 3667 5118 View 020 3667 5118
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Lesley Nance
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Manchester M25
Counselling and Spirituality forms a harmonious partnership, and informs how I work.
Firstly, let me reassure you, what you are feeling isnt permanent. Things WILL change, and all it takes is one session to start feeling better. I am here to say that whatever you are going through, change IS possible and do-able, with patience,self discovery, understanding, and professional support and expert knowledge. I can help you to see what is going on for you, discover your own internal resources as well as provide you with additional tools that help you to regulate your emotions, enabling you to cope in the here and now, but also going forward.
Counselling and Spirituality forms a harmonious partnership, and informs how I work.
Firstly, let me reassure you, what you are feeling isnt permanent. Things WILL change, and all it takes is one session to start feeling better. I am here to say that whatever you are going through, change IS possible and do-able, with patience,self discovery, understanding, and professional support and expert knowledge. I can help you to see what is going on for you, discover your own internal resources as well as provide you with additional tools that help you to regulate your emotions, enabling you to cope in the here and now, but also going forward.
0161 524 6358 View 0161 524 6358
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Martyn Pars
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Salford M5
Our work could, if you wanted it to, extend into spirituality.
My Offer To You: Being heard, understood, believed in and supported. We all need this kind of support at some point in our lives. This is my offer to you. I am an accredited professional counsellor (PNCPS acc.) registered through the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (MBACP reg) which means I am held on the Professional Standards Authority Accredited Register thus ensuring protection to the public and helping to ensure their health and wellbeing. I have a particular interest in those with later in life ADHD diagnosis or if you suspect you might be. I am also a professional executive coach.
Our work could, if you wanted it to, extend into spirituality.
My Offer To You: Being heard, understood, believed in and supported. We all need this kind of support at some point in our lives. This is my offer to you. I am an accredited professional counsellor (PNCPS acc.) registered through the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (MBACP reg) which means I am held on the Professional Standards Authority Accredited Register thus ensuring protection to the public and helping to ensure their health and wellbeing. I have a particular interest in those with later in life ADHD diagnosis or if you suspect you might be. I am also a professional executive coach.
01242 507893 View 01242 507893
Photo of Adeola Iluyomade, Psychotherapist in Ashton-under-Lyne, England
Adeola Iluyomade
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Verified Verified
Manchester M14
I integrate my depth of knowledge and awareness including specialized training regarding the effects that issues relating to Christian faith and spirituality may have on individuals only if it relates to you, or if you have requested it to be integrate in our work.
I offer a space to talk, giving you time out to reflect and to explore self-development. As an Integrative Relational Therapeutic Counsellor, I draw on different models of therapy including Psychodynamic, Systemic, Interpersonal Process, CBT, Transactional Analysis amongst others in supporting you to reach your desired goals to maximise your full potentials. Meaning, you will find my approach friendly, empowering and conversational in style. I take great care in ensuring that you feel safe, respected and valued. I offer flexibility of short or long term therapy as tailored round your needs. I adhere to the ethics & codes of the British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy.
I integrate my depth of knowledge and awareness including specialized training regarding the effects that issues relating to Christian faith and spirituality may have on individuals only if it relates to you, or if you have requested it to be integrate in our work.
I offer a space to talk, giving you time out to reflect and to explore self-development. As an Integrative Relational Therapeutic Counsellor, I draw on different models of therapy including Psychodynamic, Systemic, Interpersonal Process, CBT, Transactional Analysis amongst others in supporting you to reach your desired goals to maximise your full potentials. Meaning, you will find my approach friendly, empowering and conversational in style. I take great care in ensuring that you feel safe, respected and valued. I offer flexibility of short or long term therapy as tailored round your needs. I adhere to the ethics & codes of the British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy.
0113 467 9309 View 0113 467 9309
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Rashmi Vadgama
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Manchester M14
Over the years I have learnt to use the challenges and adversities of life as a way for self-growth and connecting with my spirituality.
Hi I am a person centred counsellor, and clinical supervisor based in South Manchester. I believe the first step to therapy can be the most difficult yet courageous, there are times when we could use some space to process what we are feeling and explore life issues. Allowing yourself permission to reach out and talk to someone can be half the battle. I offer a warm, non-judgemental safe space allowing you to be yourself and be met where you are at with compassion and acceptance.
Over the years I have learnt to use the challenges and adversities of life as a way for self-growth and connecting with my spirituality.
Hi I am a person centred counsellor, and clinical supervisor based in South Manchester. I believe the first step to therapy can be the most difficult yet courageous, there are times when we could use some space to process what we are feeling and explore life issues. Allowing yourself permission to reach out and talk to someone can be half the battle. I offer a warm, non-judgemental safe space allowing you to be yourself and be met where you are at with compassion and acceptance.
0161 524 4247 View 0161 524 4247
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Dr Anthony McSherry
Psychotherapist, PhD, MUKCP
Verified Verified
Manchester M1
I first encountered the world of counselling and psychotherapy in 1994 when working and studying in the area of Franciscan spirituality with others.
Problems often do not fit into easy categories as each person has their own individual history and way of being, and so difficulties emerge in a unique way to the individual. For example, depression or anxiety might be completely normal reactions to a difficult situation. Anxious about contacting me? I would encourage you not to be too anxious about making contact regarding psychotherapy. Feeling anxious is a normal aspect of therapy, especially at first.
I first encountered the world of counselling and psychotherapy in 1994 when working and studying in the area of Franciscan spirituality with others.
Problems often do not fit into easy categories as each person has their own individual history and way of being, and so difficulties emerge in a unique way to the individual. For example, depression or anxiety might be completely normal reactions to a difficult situation. Anxious about contacting me? I would encourage you not to be too anxious about making contact regarding psychotherapy. Feeling anxious is a normal aspect of therapy, especially at first.
0151 453 6294 View 0151 453 6294
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Christian Roden
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Manchester M21
The reasons we have for seeking therapy are as varied and complex as the people seeking. You may be facing challenges in your life and relationships you wish to overcome. Or want to experience greater creativity, richer relationships, or simply have more ‘good’ days. Within our relationship, I aim to create an environment where you feel comfortable and safe to express, explore and examine your thoughts, feelings, and behaviours both past and present. I am driven to find freedom from the patterns of the past, which existed once to protect us and now may have become self-limiting and even hurtful.
The reasons we have for seeking therapy are as varied and complex as the people seeking. You may be facing challenges in your life and relationships you wish to overcome. Or want to experience greater creativity, richer relationships, or simply have more ‘good’ days. Within our relationship, I aim to create an environment where you feel comfortable and safe to express, explore and examine your thoughts, feelings, and behaviours both past and present. I am driven to find freedom from the patterns of the past, which existed once to protect us and now may have become self-limiting and even hurtful.
0161 509 6695 View 0161 509 6695
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Salvatore Andrea Caci
Counsellor
Verified Verified
Manchester M1
What happened to us, doesn't have to define us. The narrative of our issues can be transformed in something different. A healing story that can give you empowerment and freedom. Maybe you are dealing with anxiety, depression, anger. Maybe you are looking for happiness or you feel you are lost. Or maybe, you still don't know what's missing. Regardless, I understand it's important for you to know how to cope, where you want to go in your life and what really matters to you. Finding and/or redefine your personal story, that fits your own true self, may give you the answers you are looking for.
What happened to us, doesn't have to define us. The narrative of our issues can be transformed in something different. A healing story that can give you empowerment and freedom. Maybe you are dealing with anxiety, depression, anger. Maybe you are looking for happiness or you feel you are lost. Or maybe, you still don't know what's missing. Regardless, I understand it's important for you to know how to cope, where you want to go in your life and what really matters to you. Finding and/or redefine your personal story, that fits your own true self, may give you the answers you are looking for.
01224 007284 View 01224 007284
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Salaam Solutions
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Stockport SK4
Salaam alaikum, my name is Georgina Cardo, I am a trained and accredited psychotherapist, supervisor, lecturer and Doctorate researcher. I am trained in Transactional Analysis psychotherapy and also Inspired by the Islamic science of Tazkiyah (spiritual development), I offer an integrated approach to psychotherapy. I also provide supervision for trainee and established psychotherapists and counsellors from an integrative perspective, person-centred, transactional analysis and Islamic psychology and psychotherapy.
Salaam alaikum, my name is Georgina Cardo, I am a trained and accredited psychotherapist, supervisor, lecturer and Doctorate researcher. I am trained in Transactional Analysis psychotherapy and also Inspired by the Islamic science of Tazkiyah (spiritual development), I offer an integrated approach to psychotherapy. I also provide supervision for trainee and established psychotherapists and counsellors from an integrative perspective, person-centred, transactional analysis and Islamic psychology and psychotherapy.
0161 524 0283 View 0161 524 0283
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Rose Wild
Psychotherapist, MSc, HCPC-Art Therap.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Manchester M1  (Online Only)
I know how overwhelming it can feel trying to find a therapist who is right for you. It is sometimes hard to get a feel for what kind of person a therapist really is beyond their qualifications and training... which is kind of important if you are going to be vulnerable with them! Let me show you a little of who I am so you can see if we are a good match. My name is Rose. Before I began facilitating healing for others, I spent years dedicated to my own healing. I experienced severe & complex trauma as a child and teenager that resulted in various forms of dis-ease in my adult life.I tried talking therapies and although I could under
I know how overwhelming it can feel trying to find a therapist who is right for you. It is sometimes hard to get a feel for what kind of person a therapist really is beyond their qualifications and training... which is kind of important if you are going to be vulnerable with them! Let me show you a little of who I am so you can see if we are a good match. My name is Rose. Before I began facilitating healing for others, I spent years dedicated to my own healing. I experienced severe & complex trauma as a child and teenager that resulted in various forms of dis-ease in my adult life.I tried talking therapies and although I could under
01707 247359 View 01707 247359
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Predrag Bogdanovich
Psychotherapist, COSRT General
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Manchester M3  (Online Only)
I provide Affordable Short-Term Psychosexual Therapy, Relationship Therapy, and Coaching in Optimal Life or/and Sex Coaching. I have been systematically seeing clients presenting with sexual and relationship difficulties in the clinical setting in Relate (July 2019 - October 2023) and on Private Basis from December 2022. I have acquired approximately 700 clinical hours. For difficulties I most often encounter in my work and can help you with please visit my website osle.info or book a FREE 20 to 30-minute Video Meeting with me.
I provide Affordable Short-Term Psychosexual Therapy, Relationship Therapy, and Coaching in Optimal Life or/and Sex Coaching. I have been systematically seeing clients presenting with sexual and relationship difficulties in the clinical setting in Relate (July 2019 - October 2023) and on Private Basis from December 2022. I have acquired approximately 700 clinical hours. For difficulties I most often encounter in my work and can help you with please visit my website osle.info or book a FREE 20 to 30-minute Video Meeting with me.
020 3540 7293 View 020 3540 7293
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Rachel Challans Counselling
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Glossop SK13
Are you feeling anxious, fed up or low? Do you feel you can't talk to those close to you at the moment through fear of being judged or embarrassed or feel you may not be heard or understood? Are your thoughts, emotions and behaviours scaring or worrying you? Do you even just feel you want somewhere to talk about things in total privacy and confidence? I know making that step can be really difficult so I offer a 30 minute FREE no obligation consultation where you are able to discuss your main feelings issues, experience how I work and the type of therapy I offer.
Are you feeling anxious, fed up or low? Do you feel you can't talk to those close to you at the moment through fear of being judged or embarrassed or feel you may not be heard or understood? Are your thoughts, emotions and behaviours scaring or worrying you? Do you even just feel you want somewhere to talk about things in total privacy and confidence? I know making that step can be really difficult so I offer a 30 minute FREE no obligation consultation where you are able to discuss your main feelings issues, experience how I work and the type of therapy I offer.
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Esther Webb
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, ACC Reg
Verified Verified
Manchester M14
I have been working as a Counsellor for 9 years and have had experience working with a variety of different issues. I love to engage with people from all walks of life and understand that therapy can be a daunting prospect, so I try to create a warm and welcoming environment where you feel safe to share your story. If you are looking for somebody who can help you understand where your struggles come from, as well as help you to develop tools to manage you current feelings and behaviours, then we would work well together. If you have a Christian faith and wish to bring this into the therapy room, then you can feel safe doing so.
I have been working as a Counsellor for 9 years and have had experience working with a variety of different issues. I love to engage with people from all walks of life and understand that therapy can be a daunting prospect, so I try to create a warm and welcoming environment where you feel safe to share your story. If you are looking for somebody who can help you understand where your struggles come from, as well as help you to develop tools to manage you current feelings and behaviours, then we would work well together. If you have a Christian faith and wish to bring this into the therapy room, then you can feel safe doing so.
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T4T Counselling
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Manchester M2
If you're reading this, you're probably struggling with something and don't feel like you can talk to anyone about it. I've been there, it's rough. But in reading this listing, you’ve just taken the first step towards seeing if this is for you - that’s a big thing in and of itself. Now that you’ve done it and you’re here, why not take the plunge and get in touch with me? Hi - I'm Abel, and I provide life-affirming therapy in Manchester and online! Everyone is heartily welcome in my therapy room (you included), and I have experience working with a wide variety of people and struggles, but I specialise in working with people who are:
If you're reading this, you're probably struggling with something and don't feel like you can talk to anyone about it. I've been there, it's rough. But in reading this listing, you’ve just taken the first step towards seeing if this is for you - that’s a big thing in and of itself. Now that you’ve done it and you’re here, why not take the plunge and get in touch with me? Hi - I'm Abel, and I provide life-affirming therapy in Manchester and online! Everyone is heartily welcome in my therapy room (you included), and I have experience working with a wide variety of people and struggles, but I specialise in working with people who are:
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Spirituality Counsellors

What should I expect from therapy that incorporates a focus on spirituality?

Spirituality can mean different things to different individuals, depending on their experiences, beliefs, and life histories. Some individuals focus on strengthening their belief system, while others experience spirituality in secular ways, such as through meditation, yoga, or by spending time in nature. Clients can expect a therapist to help guide and grow their spirituality through any of these techniques, encouraging the individual to cope with the challenges they face and develop strategies to build resilience and purpose to improve their outlook in life.

What are the most common treatments that include spirituality?

There are several treatments that incorporate spirituality. Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT) helps a person examine and reframe their negative thoughts and behaviours. Acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) focuses on emotional acceptance and psychological flexibility. Existential therapy is most often used to address anxiety, depression, grief, loneliness, apathy, despair, questions of identity, and feelings of purposelessness and existential dread. Transpersonal therapy focuses on a client’s spirituality and meaning in life and may incorporate techniques including meditation, visualisation, hypnotherapy, dream analysis, and or breathwork.

Can therapy incorporating spirituality help atheistic or agnostic individuals?

Yes. For non-believers, spirituality can offer benefits including a greater sense of connection to others and to the natural world. An interest in spirituality may also spur individuals to pursue mindfulness practices, or to contemplate their purpose in life and how to achieve it.

How effective is spirituality as a therapeutic remedy?

​​Research suggests spirituality is generally beneficial for individuals. It is correlated with better health habits, such as less substance use, and an improved capacity to cope with stress and other mental health challenges. Increased spirituality can lead individuals to become more empathic and less materialistic, as well.