Gerald G. May

  • Gerald G. May was a distinguished psychiatrist and spiritual counselor.

  • He served as a faculty member at the Shalem Institute for Spiritual Formation for over 30 years until his death in 2005.

  • May authored several books on the intersection of psychology and spirituality, with "Addiction and Grace" being his most well-known work.

  • His writing style is described as poetic and philosophical, blending Christian theology with psychological insights.

  • May's personal experiences with addiction and his professional expertise as a psychiatrist informed his unique perspective on human attachment and the role of grace in healing.

  • His work continues to influence both clinical and spiritual approaches to addiction treatment.

Books by Gerald G. May

The Dark Night of the Soul Summary
The Dark Night of the Soul
by Gerald G. May • 2004 • 216 pages
4.01
2.5K ratings
Spirituality
Psychology
Religion
Addiction and Grace Summary
Addiction and Grace
by Gerald G. May • 1988 • 216 pages
4.2
1.6K ratings
Spirituality
Psychology
Counselling
The Wisdom of Wilderness Summary
The Wisdom of Wilderness
by Gerald G. May • 2006 • 224 pages
4.19
334 ratings
Spirituality
Nature
Philosophy