CMHC 6150 - Cognitive Therapies

Institution:

Utah Valley University

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Description:

Prerequisite(s): CMHC 6000, CMHC 6010, CMHC 6020, CMHC 6030, and Admission to Clinical Mental Health Counseling, M.S. program. Explores the principles of cognitive-behavioral theory, conceptualization, and psychotherapy techniques. Provides a framework for assessing and treating child and adult clinical problems from the perspective of cognitive-behavioral treatment approaches that have been empirically supported. Presents several assessment strategies including behavioral observation, self-report, self-monitoring, and structured interviews and rating scales. Stresses the important link between assessment and treatment planning, and evaluating treatment outcome. Explores the advantages and disadvantages of techniques discussed within a developmental framework. Emphasizes the assessment of anxiety, depression, addictive behaviors, social skills, and marital dysfunction.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Multiple

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Additional Information:

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Institution Website:

www.uvu.edu

Phone Number:

(801) 863-8000

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Semester

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