Narrative Counseling ((3 Credits))

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This study will explore narrative approaches to counseling, which view the self as a narrative shaped by society and therapy as a space in which to 're-story' the self. The 'facts' and events that compose a life do not change, but meanings and perspectives can and do. The narrative perspective frames human experience and even the innermost sense of self as an internalized story; thus, counseling may be viewed as a process of story revision. This study will encompass an overview of historical, philosophical, and ideological aspects of narrative and social constructionist perspectives, and a focus on counseling practices that use narrative techniques. Objectives of this study are to become knowledgeable about the perspective of narrative counseling, and to explore possible applications of this perspective in various contexts (personal, academic, professional). This study will be individualized to meet the student’s needs and interests. This course was previously LIB-640601.