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  • 3.00 Credits

    An introduction to the theory and practice of psychodrama. Developed by J.L. Moreno in the first half of the 20th century, psychodramatic methods, widely used in group psychotherapy, also are applied in education, business and community development. Students learn about the interweaving of dramatic ritual, role theory and sociometry in Moreno's approach. Students explore the ethics of psychodramatic practice and the appropriate application of action methods in client groups. This is learning by doing: practice outside of class in a peer group is a requirement of the course. Prerequisite: PSYC506: Communication and Counseling Skills.
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    SU Provides an analysis of the systems theory and therapy model developed by Virginia Satir. Students explore and practice interventions, such as the use of family maps to initiate change, sculpting, temperature reading and reframing. Satir's communication/experiential growth model helps move clients from problem focus to solution focus. Discussion includes the applicability of Satir's model to various cultural and gender issues. This course meets the Advanced Theories requirement for MHC students. Prerequisites: PSYC511: Theories and Practice of Counseling: Humanistic, Transpersonal and Eastern for MHC students, PSCY520: Theories and Practice of Family Therapy I for CCFT students.
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    FA Explores the emergence of existential practice from its roots in existential philosophy. Although the focus of study is on this phenomenological approach to research and therapy, it also can apply to fields such as education and organizational theory. Prerequisite: PSYC511: Theories and Practice of Counseling: Humanistic, Transpersonal and Eastern, or by program and instructor permission for students outside of the clinical programs.
  • 3.00 Credits

    FA Provides an introduction to the theory and practice of brief psychotherapies. Focuses on cognitive, narrative and solution-focused approaches. Includes consideration of clinical issues that arise in today's often time-limited clinical settings, such as the evidence-based treatment movement and working within managed care. Prerequisite: PSYC510: Theories and Practice of Counseling, Psychodynamic and Cognitive Behavior, or by program and instructor permission for students outside of the clinical programs.
  • 3.00 Credits

    SP Overview of Carl Jung's theory, emphasizing the impact of analytical psychology on counselors' attitudes and values in working with clients. Introduces the use of typology in understanding personality; the role of imagination, symbols and creative process; and the application of dream analysis in therapy. Prerequisite: PSYC510: Theories and Practice of Counseling: Psychodynamic and Cognitive Behavior or permission of instructor.
  • 3.00 Credits

    Students discuss primary Buddhist ideas and explore their relevance to the development of emotional stability, joy in life, higher functioning in daily affairs and peace of mind with their inner lives and the outer world. Mindfulness/vipassana meditation is an integral part of this exploration. Prerequisite: PSYC511: Theories and Practice of Counseling: Humanistic, Transpersonal and Eastern, or by program and instructor permission for students outside of the clinical programs.
  • 3.00 Credits

    WI Gestalt therapy is a phenomenological/ existential therapy founded by Frederick and Laura Perls. Students explore gestalt concepts through lecture, reading, discussions, video and live demonstrations. Students have the opportunity to try out the techniques of this approach, including awareness, the dialogue or empty chair, staying with feelings, the experiment and others. Prerequisite: PSYC511: Theories and Practice of Counseling: Humanistic, Transpersonal and Eastern, or by program and instructor permission for students outside of the clinical programs.
  • 3.00 Credits

    WI An introduction to the rich and complex object-relations theory in psychoanalysis, with focus on key concepts and writings based on the British school (Klein, H. Segal, Winnicott, Bion) from its inception to contemporary concepts. Emphasis on the object-relations perspective, intrapsychic and interpersonal functioning in adulthood, as well as on its model of early development and implication for personality structures. Experiential and clinical applications are considered along with theoretical analysis. Prerequisite: PSYC510: Theories and Practice of Counseling: Psychodynamic and Cognitive Behavior, or by program and instructor permission for students outside of the clinical programs.
  • 3.00 Credits

    SP Cognitive behavior therapy (CBT) is especially useful for beginning therapists because it provides clear, specific strategies and a well-defined structure that can be flexibly modified as one gains experience. CBT emphasizes the development of a cooperative therapeutic relationship. Special attention is given to the practice of CBT in a gender-sensitive and culturally responsive manner. Prerequisite: PSYC510: Theories and Practice of Counseling: Psychodynamic and Cognitive Behavior or by program and instructor permission for students outside of the clinical programs.
  • 3.00 Credits

    Psychosynthesis is both a clinical approach and a self-development practice serving psychological integration and spiritual selfrealization. It is itself a synthesis of traditions, ranging from psychoanalysis to Christian and Jewish mysticism to Buddhism. This 90-year-old approach views psychological and spiritual development as inseparable and interdependent. Techniques including inner dialogues, meditation, guided imagery, movement, drawing and writing are taught for working with issues such as deepening experience, sub-personality conflict, narcissism, the I, the will and addiction, the self, etc. Prerequisite: PSYC511: Theories and Practice of Counseling: Humanistic, Transpersonal and Eastern, or by program and instructor permission for students outside of the clinical programs.
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