Abstract
In South Africa, over the past few years there has been an increase in the number of registered clinical psychologists that have also trained as traditional/spiritual healers. They are in the unique position of integrating two different faculties into one shared space. As part of the move towards African psychology, literature on Western health interventions vs. traditional interventions encouraging possible collaborations between these two healing practices has grown. Highlighting the differences between these two interventions provides insight into how each intervention works, as well as the principles guiding them. However, available research has not yet explored the actual experiences of individuals who occupy these two healing spaces. These individuals are trained in healing ideologies and practices that are considered different or not mainstream. Building on the existing literature regarding the differences, assumed tensions, and, the similarities between these two healing spheres, this research seeks to explore the subjective lived experiences of traditional healers who are also clinical psychologists practicing in a South African city.
M.A. (Clinical Psychology)