Treatment of Trauma, Abuse and Deprivation Concentration Courses
Fundamentals and Theory of Trauma, Abuse and Deprivation
Introductory course presenting an integrated view of effects on personality development of childhood trauma, abuse and deprivation. Therapeutic interventions examined.
Expressive Arts Therapies
Examines theories, techniques and applications of play, art, music, dance and other expressive therapeutic approaches.
Children and Complex Trauma
This course delineates theoretical and practical integration of eco-developmental approaches to psychological trauma. Consequences of early traumatic experience are mapped in the context of psychosocial developmental processes, including attachment, social interaction, emotional expression, and cognitive construction of worldview. The impact of repeated trauma in the lives of children and adolescents is explored in the context of developmental transformations and in relationship to psychopathology, gender, and bio-physiology.
Clinical Assessment of Trauma
Examines techniques for assessing emotional health, pathology and dysfunction and time-sensitive techniques for treatment. Includes student observation and participation.
Advanced Clinical Application
Focus on advanced techniques and resources for assessing and treating the effects of trauma, abuse and deprivation on children and adults. Emphasis on holistic approach to recovery and growth.
Master of Arts in Counseling Required Courses
Graduate Counseling Seminar in Clinical Foundations
Provides an overview addressing necessary foundations in the content areas of abnormal psychology,
developmental psychology, and theories of personality. Introduction to APA style and format.
Counseling Theories
Examination of theories of personality development and therapeutic processes. Consideration of techniques for counseling applications and professional consultation.
Social/Cultural Concerns in Counseling
Study of social, cultural and gender differences and issues related to counseling clients with various backgrounds, beliefs and concerns. Includes multicultural counseling techniques.
Counseling and the Helping Professions
Examines counseling process, instruction and practice in communication skills in counseling, history, development and practice of counseling as a profession, and how and where counseling is provided.
Human Growth and Development
Examination of psychological, social, intellectual, and physical influences on the development of personality and behavior patterns in children, adolescents and adults.
Group Counseling and Dynamics
Theories of group counseling. Includes techniques of observation, assessment and leadership in therapeutic groups.
Methods and Models of Research
Examination of models of research and application of scientific methods to investigate, analyze, and develop solutions relative to current issues in the field.
Professional and Ethical Issues in Counseling
Study of ethical, legal and professional concerns in the practice of counseling.
Psychological Testing
Examines use of standardized tests to study individuals, including test development, selection, administration and interpretation. Includes educational and mental health applications.
Life Planning and Career Development
Focus on theory, research, techniques and tools used in life planning, transitions and career development.
Theory/Techniques in Marriage and Family Counseling
Examination of traditional and contemporary theories of family systems and approaches to marriage and family counseling.
Advanced Psychodiagnostic and Treatment Planning
As a preparation for Clinical Internship, students will expand their knowledge of the multi-axial system, DSM-IV/DSM-IV-TR diagnostic categories, differential diagnosis, and treatment planning. Emphasis will also be placed on the clinical interview and other initial assessment techniques, as well as skills critical to selecting and evaluating treatment options.
Intro to Substance Addictions and Related Disorders
Introduction to patterns, causes, assessment and treatment of substance abuse and other addictive disorders. Student begins preparation of required portfolio.
Practicum
300 hours and two semesters.
Internship
600 hours and three semesters.
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