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The psychotherapeutic evangelism of John Bradshaw

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Since his 1984 PBS series, Bradshaw On: The Family,John Bradshaw has emerged as one of the most popular representatives of the recovery movement. This article explores the theological underpinnings of Bradshaw's message, and examines his significance for pastoral theology.

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  1. Psychology Department, St. Louis Community College-Meramec, 11333 Big Bend Boulevard, 63122-5799, St. Louis, MO

    Terry D. Cooper Ed.D.

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Cooper, T.D. The psychotherapeutic evangelism of John Bradshaw. Pastoral Psychol 44, 73–82 (1995). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF02274768

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