The objective of this course is to help students gain a basic understanding of the major theories of psychotherapy (e.g., psychoanalytic, behavioral, cognitive, humanistic). This course will provide students with the theoretical basis for several psychotherapeutic approaches, evidence-based elements (efficacy) of psychotherapies, and underlying mechanisms of therapeutic change. Students will also gain undergraduate-level knowledge of psychotherapies’ similarities, differences, strengths, and limitations, as well as current developments and ethical issues in psychotherapies.
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
1. define the basic concepts, processes, and mechanisms of major psychotherapy approaches.
2. summarize historical and current perspectives of psychotherapy theories.
3. apply theoretical orientation to practice in the field.
4. identify the strengths and limitations of psychotherapies in both theoretical and practical ways.
5. explain what makes psychotherapies effective and different (or similar).
6. evaluate cultural and ethical considerations in different psychotherapies.
| Workload | Hrs |
|---|---|
| Course Readings | 35 |
| Exams/Quizzes | 40 |
| Oral Presentation | 20 |
| Team Meetings | 5 |