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General Interpretive Framework: A Holistic Approach
The following framework is based on an anthropological paradigm that views the human being as consisting of three dimensions: body, soul, and spirit. Effective counseling must address the whole person.
Understanding, identifying, and addressing the area of concern.
Physical dimension
(born in sin)
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Psycho-emotional dimension
(sinned against)
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Spiritual dimension
(sinning)
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- temperament and personality peculiarities
- biochemical and neuro-chemical make-up
- biological and physiological traits
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- experience of rejection
- experience of loss or disappointment
- experience of stress
- experience of abuse, trauma, or shock
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- immorality
- idolatry
- moral or covenantal disobedience
- demonization: oppression or bondage
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Presenting Issue
- organic disease
- physical illness
- emotional disturbances
- congenital limitations/restrictions
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Presenting Issue
- hurt or woundedness
- intrapsychic conflict
- personality disorder
- emotional or physical disturbances
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Presenting Issue
- guilt
- shame
- emotional or physical disturbances
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General Approach
- medical intervention
- nutritional treatment
- physical health program
- management control
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General Approach
- spiritual renewal and sanctification
- forgiveness
- acceptance/’letting go’
- rational adjustment
- behavioural modification
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General Approach
- confession/repentance
- reconciliation
- restitution
- deliverance
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Goal
- homeostasis
- physical well-being
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Goal
- spiritual maturity
- inner healing
- personal wholeness
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Goal
- moral conformity
- spiritual restoration/growth
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