As a therapist, I'm required to diagnose according to the DSM, but what if some "symptoms" are actually a spiritual emergency? This post is a personal reflection on the line between pathology and spiritual awakening, and the real-world challenges clinicians face in a system that doesn't always make room for the soul.

Is it psychosis, or a spiritual awakening? The way a therapist answers this question can change a client's life. This post explores the importance of identifying Spiritual Emergencies and the vital role of family in "containing" the crisis.

I once had a teenage client who was losing their faith, and I didn't know how to help. This post explores my journey from avoiding religious conversations to embracing "Spiritual Emergencies." I discuss why we need to stop medicating spiritual crises and start helping clients integrate them.