The authors, one a clinical educator and social scientist, the other a nurse psychotherapist and practicing Buddhist, present a fascinating dialogue on the "science" and the "art" sides of the art-science debate. This allows their different points of view to come together in both academic and personal communication, offering practical suggestions for achieving a balance between these two views on the helping and healing process.
Chris Mruk, PhD, is a professor of psychology at Bowling Green State University, Firelands College, Ohio.
Joan Hartzell, RN, MA, works at community mental health centers where she helps people who suffer from serious illness, and in her private practice.