PRINCIPLES OF PSYCHOTHERAPY RESEARCH

PSYCH 803

An overview of empirically supported psychotherapeutic movements and their associated history, philosophical underpinnings, and techniques. Oriented toward the theoretical perspective, basic tenets, and the practical techniques/skills of each psychotherapy.

PSYCH 807

Introduces and allows practice with the skills needed to conduct individual psychotherapy using a cognitive behavioral approach. Includes interviewing skills, planning and initiating CBT interventions, and the administrative demands of clinical practice. Also includes conducting psychotherapy and participating in individual and group supervision of those therapeutic contacts. During supervision, the client's issues, goals, and progress, will be discussed, as well as the clinician's professional presentation, therapeutic approach and techniques, and communication skills.

PSYCH 711

PSYCH 692

Undergraduate research including completion of a thesis. Recommended for those intending to do graduate work in psychology.

PSYCH 607

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.