transpersonal theory in social work - St. Thomas University
transpersonal theory in social work - St. Thomas University
transpersonal theory in social work - St. Thomas University
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‣ Challenges to dualistic th<strong>in</strong>k<strong>in</strong>g<br />
means that personal and political are<br />
one and <strong>in</strong>extricably <strong>in</strong>terconnected<br />
rather than be<strong>in</strong>g seen as juxtaposed<br />
‣ Personal experience is validated and<br />
behaviour is legitimized rather than<br />
be<strong>in</strong>g pathologized (anti-oppressive)<br />
‣ Social <strong>work</strong>er and client, as seekers,<br />
are empowered through a process of<br />
growth and development through<br />
mutual self-knowledge, self-care, and<br />
self-validation
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