In 2006, when I entered my graduate program in marriage and family therapy (MFT), I was skeptical of secular psychology, and rightly so. How could I not be when it sometimes affirmed the “goodness” of grave evils? I knew intuitively to mistrust it, but there was something more than intuition guiding me. This article outlines the principles guiding my work, not as abstract … [Read more...] about Why Truth Matters in Psychology: A Catholic Therapist’s View on Objective Reality and Healing
Faith Matters
In the Faith Matters column, Catholic therapist, Thomas Schmierer, relies on his theological education to address your most important matters of faith. These articles are typically utilized as references for his articles on other topics more directly related to your healing and peace.
What Kind of Relationship Can Two Catholic Divorced Persons Have in the Eyes of God?
A reader asked: I'm divorced. My boyfriend is divorced. What kind of relationship can we have in the eyes of God? We want to do things right this time. Other relevant details: I did not have a Catholic wedding and my wedding was not approved as an exception by Church authority. However, my boyfriend had a Catholic … [Read more...] about What Kind of Relationship Can Two Catholic Divorced Persons Have in the Eyes of God?
Should We Trust the Teachings of St. Thomas Aquinas?
Should we trust the writings of St. Thomas Aquinas to guide us towards our heavenly goal? For those familiar with Aquinas' Summa Theologica the answer is obviously a resounding, emphatic: "Yes!" In the Summa, St. Thomas makes the case that man, both male and female, naturally desire happiness. He claims that ultimate happiness lies in beholding the beatific vision. The … [Read more...] about Should We Trust the Teachings of St. Thomas Aquinas?
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