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INTRODUCTION TO PSYCHOTHERAPY

PSYCH 607
Course Description

Theoretical and applied foundations of psychotherapy. Consider issues of ethics, diversity/inclusivity, and research directions related to psychotherapy. Explore basic and theoretical considerations relevant to therapy including transference and countertransference, emotion, defense mechanisms, boundaries, resistance and early development. Discuss aspects of psychotherapy practice including trauma work, parenting issues, play therapy, family therapy, and couples therapy.

Prerequisties
Satisfies

This course does not satisfy any prerequisites.

Credits

3

Offered

Fall, Spring, Summer

Grade Point Average
3.76

3.74% from Historical

Completion Rate
96%

-3.56% from Historical

A Rate
84%

53.42% from Historical

Class Size
25

-9.5% from Historical

Instructors (2025 Fall)

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