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The Evangelical Christian in Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy with evangelical Christians is a common occurrence. The unique history of the evangelicals’ attitude helps to understand some characteristics that accompany their pursuit of change in psychotherapy. Understanding these features as presented in this paper will prepare the therapist to manage the countertransference to help more effectively.