Psychology and Theology

In his work with clients, Scott uses his training in both psychology and theology. The interrelationship between theology and psychology is not about trying to integrate the two disciplines, but rather focuses on the human person—made in the image of God. His framework takes into account the emotional, physical, relational and spiritual self. As a result, the treatment in therapy is focused on all of these areas, with the belief that God’s desire is to bring health and healing to the whole person.

Orientation/Philosophy

Scott's orientation/philosophy for therapy is primarily family systems theory (Murray Bowen). “Bowen family systems theory is a theory of human behavior that views the family as an emotional unit and uses systems thinking to describe the complex interactions in the unit” (source: http://www.thebowencenter.org/pages/theory.html).

Simply put, our families of origin affect our images of self and others, as well as influence our choices and behavior.

Scott also does CBT (cognitive behavioral therapy) for anxiety, depression, and anger management. Other psychological theories are used such as object relations, structural, experiential, emotionally focused therapy, and transactional analysis.

Expectations

The expectation for each client beginning therapy is to take ownership of what he/she wants from therapy. This includes goal setting as well as being willing to do work outside (homework) between sessions. (See Client Rights and Responsibility form.)

Jackie Agers, M.Ed., LPC
James Caldwell, M.Ed., LPC
Nicole Caldwell, Ph.D.
R. Scott Gornto, M. Div., LMFT,   AAPC
Shelly Warren, Ph.D.
Melinda Williams, M.S., LPC