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Abstract
The Theory of Living Human Systems (TLHS) aims to explain individual and group behavior; Systems-Centered Training (SCT) translates TLHS into methods for practice. SCT integrates many psychological practices but its signature method is functional subgrouping (FS). FS is used to discriminate differences within and between individuals and groups and to integrate them as resources in a more diverse, functional system, instead of scapegoating differences in systems fraught with conflict. This paper introduces TLHS, SCT and FS plus related research. It also includes reflections from three SCT-experienced ACPE supervisors who have used FS to create a form of koinonia in CPE training and chaplaincy. Lead author Richard M. O'Neill will be a plenary speaker at the Association of Professional Chaplains' 2012 Annual Conference in Schaumburg, IL. He also will present a workshop titled “Working as a Systems-Centered Partner, Group Member and Leader.”
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Richard M. O'Neill
Richard M. O'Neill PhD is associate professor at SUNY Upstate Medical University, Syracuse, NY.
William B. Reynolds
William B. Reynolds MDiv is associate director, chaplaincy services at the University of Rochester (NY) Medical Center where he also serves as ACPE supervisor.
Terry Ruth Culbertson
The Reverend Terry Ruth Culbertson, MDiv BCC is manager of spiritual care at Upstate Medical University. An ACPE supervisor, she is endorsed by the Church of God (Anderson, IN).
Robin Y. Franklin
The Reverend Robin Y. Franklin MDiv is director of chaplaincy services at the University of Rochester (NY) Medical Center. An ACPE supervisor, she is endorsed by the African Methodist Episcopal Church.