`Dr. Culliford has written a magnificent book that is both erudite and beguilingly accessible. The person on the spiritual quest, whether from a traditionally religious or from a more secular perspective, will gain insights and hope between the covers of this work. The continuing disputes between science and spirituality are explored and, ultimately, integrated, and the reader will emerge enlightened and enlivened.'- Professor Patricia Casey, Professor of Psychiatry, University College Dublin, Ireland<BR><BR>`This groundbreaking book is a welcome insight into the fundamental link between spirituality and psychology. I recommend it wholeheartedly to anyone wishing to gain a deeper understanding of this connection and how spirituality can help enhance psychological wellbeing.'---Dr. Harold G. Koenig, Director, Center for Spirituality, Theology and Health, USA<BR><BR>`Larry Culliford presents a clear, honest and enlightening exploration of the relationship between spirituality and psychology; an account which takes seriously the integrity of both but refuses to allow one to collapse into the other. This book will be valuable for practitioners and all those who are seeking new ways of helping people to see and understand the significance of the spiritual in their practices of care.'---Reverend Professor John Swinton, Professor in Practical Theology and Pastoral Care, University of Aberdeen, UK<BR><BR>Spirituality is increasingly accepted as integral to human psychology, vital for physical and mental health.<BR><BR>Larry Culliford sets out what spirituality is, the values it represents and how it contributes to mental health and wellbeing. He illustrates how a spiritual approach provides a deeper understanding of people's problems, aiding recovery and helping them grow resilient. With reference to a new holistic or `psycho-spiritual' paradigm, the book covers possible `trajectories' of spiritual development through several distinct stages. Practical advice covering a range of spiritual skills and practices is given on exploring and making use of spirituality, and case examples and exercises illustrate and develop the ideas covered.<BR><BR>This book, clarifying a complex topic, will be compelling reading for psychologists, psychiatrists, chaplains, healthcare professionals, students, and everyone wanting to understand better the role of spirituality and psychology in the lives of all.