Introduction to Pastoral Counseling

Grounded in experiential research and richly illustrated with case studies, Townsend's introduction offers an in-depth look at who pastoral counselors are; and how and why they provide this care. He addresses basic understandings; makes a case for pastoral identity as a unifying concept in an increasingly fragmented discipline; and details theoretical, practical, and theological issues. 160 pages, softcover from Abingdon.