Practicum III: Case Conceptualization

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This course builds upon the skills acquired in Practicum II- treatment planning and clinical interventions- with a focus on therapeutic process and role of the therapist within a systemic context. Students will develop case conceptualization skills, formulating theoretical orientation integrated with knowledge of clinical evaluation, diagnostic assessment, clinical interventions, and treatment planning to provide a comprehensive case conceptualization demonstrated through case presentation. Boundary issues, confidentiality issues, therapist use of self and, therapeutic relationship are examined within a multicultural perspective, inclusive of social justice issues. The process of clinical training and the supervisory relationship within various contexts are examined.