STE Competency Guidelines for Professionals - Spiritually Transformative Experiences

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CULTURAL COMPETENCY GUIDELINES FOR PROFESSIONALS WORKING WITH CLIENTS WHO REPORT ISSUES RELATED TO THEIR SPIRITUALLY TRANSFORMATIVE EXPERIENCES (STEs) www.aciste.org INTRODUCTION These guidelines are intended as an introductory or summary aid to helping mental health or spiritual guidance professionals work more effectively with clients who report issues related to their spiritually transformative experiences (STEs). It is written for professionals who have had little or no background with this population. This document was developed in response to input from ACISTE surveys on needs following an STE, research (see bibliography included) and other recommended resources. This document was created, edited and reviewed by a team of experiencers, spiritual guidance counselors and mental health professionals. Those involved in the creation and review of these guidelines are listed in Section 6. As more research and experience in this field are gained, this document will continue to develop. Watch for the latest versions. CONTENT 1. Definitions a. Cultural Competency b. Spiritually Transformative Experiences c. “Culture” according to the US Department of Health and Human Services: Office of Minority Health. d. Cultural Competency in the Context of Health Behavior 2. STEs and Health-Related Behavior: Reported Challenges 3. Goals of Integration: STEs as a Catalyst for Growth 4. Guidelines for Mental Health Professionals a. Educate and Prepare Yourself b. Open the Door and Listen c. Provide Guidance and Support d. Stay Informed: Continue Your Education 5. Citations 6. Participants in the Creation and Review of these Guidelines 7. References and Recommended Reading 8. Useful Websites & Organizations 8.31.13 Page 1


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