PSYC 481 - Introduction to Psychotherapy

Units: 4
Overview of professional issues in clinical psychology and the theoretically based approaches to psychotherapy (i.e., psychoanalytic, cognitive, behavioral, existential, humanistic, and systems).

Prerequisites: PSYC 381 or PSYC 382.
Equivalent Quarter Course: PSYC 4630.
Possible Instructional Methods: Entirely On-ground.
Grading: A-F or CR/NC (student choice).
Course Typically Offered: Fall & Spring

Student Learning Outcomes - Upon successful completion of this course students will be able to:

Recognize and contrast the major theories of psychotherapy and counseling.
Understand scientific methods as applied to therapeutic change.
Identify ethical and professional issues associated with the practice of psychotherapy.
Demonstrate self-awareness pertaining to careers in mental health.