Harmony in holistic healing
Integrating pastoral care and professional counselling for improved mental health in Gaborone, Botswana
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https://doi.org/10.17570/stj.2024.v10n2.15Keywords:
Botswana, counseling, cultural considerations, Gaborone, Holistic approch, mental health, pastoral care, sustainable model, traditioal healing practices, urbanizationAbstract
This article examines the integration of pastoral care and professional counselling to improve mental health in Gaborone, Botswana, a city facing rising mental health issues due to rapid urbanization. It advocates for a comprehensive, culturally sensitive model that incorporates traditional healing practices, evidence-based counselling, and community engagement. Using an Integrative Humanistic and Transpersonal framework, the article identifies gaps in existing mental health services through a literature review, emphasizing the need for culturally aligned approaches. Recommendations include collaboration with local stakeholders, capacity building for pastoral caregivers, and strategies to increase community engagement and reduce stigma. The approach highlights the interconnectedness of mind, body, and spirit for sustainable mental health improvement in an urban setting.
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