Core Concepts and Theory in the Transpersonal Approach to...

ASSIGNMENT 2 What are some of the core concepts and theory when considering the transpersonal approach? The work of the transpersonal draws largely from mainstream psychological concepts and theory in order to ground its practice in science. However, unlike mainstream psychological paradigms, the transpersonal acknowledges that â€Å"our essential nature is spiritual† (Phoenix Institute of Australia, 2012) and that as human beings we have â€Å"valid urges towards the spiritual† (Phoenix Institute of Australia, 2012). The transpersonal approach is based on this notion of the spiritual self as the foundation for our psychological structure of the self and therefore proposes that we exist simultaneously in a multitude of realities, including†¦show more content†¦It includes mystical, spiritual and religious experiences as well as sharing much common ground with consciousness studies and humanistic psychology. â€Å"Transpersonal experiences can be interpreted either religiously or non-religiously according to individual preference† (Walsh, 1993). Founder of Humanistic and later Transpersonal Psychology Abraham Maslow theorized that the approach of the transpersonal does not oppose that of Freud; it offers a complementary viewpoint, which assists in recognizing â€Å"the full range and variety of transpersonal experience† (Daniels, 2005) and focuses on â€Å"the human origins, significance and value of transpersonal phenomena† (Daniels, 2005). Whilst psychoanalysis was part of a biomedical, reductionist model which did not encompass the full spectrum of states of consciousness, nor did it acknowledge the spiritual self, it provided a basic framework for the psychological structure of the self, later understood by the transpersonal to rest on the foundations of the spiritual self. The notion of the psychological self and the spiritual self stems from the assumption of the transpersonal that we exist simultaneously in multiple realities. The realities of the body, the mind, the spirit, emotion, imagination and science are all part of a rich tapestry, which inform and shape our life-story or journey. Transpersonal work uses thisShow MoreRelatedMy Core Philosophy And It s Ongoing Development2547 Words   |  11 PagesIn formulating this essay I will give a descriptive account of my core philosophy and it s ongoing development. I will evidence my way of working in context to counselling theory, relating this to the course s guidelines. Giving reflections on personal, intrinsic values and beliefs, their application in practice within a placement setting. There are many emerging influences that shape both my professional and personal development as a practitioner. Accessing a vast array of life experiences, contributesRead Moreï‚ § Critically Evaluate Core Transactional Analysis (T.a) Concepts and Practice4276 Words   |  18 PagesAssignment: * Critically evaluate core Transactional Analysis (T.A) concepts and practice * Assess personal and professional learning from this module. The first part of this essay starts by outlining the key concepts of T.A.; its assumptions, theory of personality and ego-states, transactions, strokes, games and the Karpman Drama Triangle, life scripts and existential life positions. It then goes onto critically evaluate core T.A. concepts and practice from the perspective of Humanistic