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INTRODUCTION TO CONDUCTING PSYCHOTHERAPY

PSYCH 807
Course Description

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.

Prerequisties

Graduate/professional standing

Satisfies

This course does not satisfy any prerequisites.

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