The goals of this text include providing a practical overview of the fundamental dynamics of human behavior and consciousness; highlighting important contributions from world perspectives currently not yet well-known in Western psychology; helping readers develop their own integrated understanding of psychology and helping processes; and identifying optimal knowledge and skills. As such, the text provides a cutting-edge presentation on integrative, alternative techniques for human behavior change agents. The author includes hot topics such as mind-body issues, meditation, spirituality, and eastern approaches.