Introduction to Clinical Interviewing and Practice I

Catalog description

An introduction to clinical interviewing techniques and didactic material across a range of intervention strategies, with a focus on cognitive-behavioral techniques. The seminar also addresses ethical issues in clinical practice and offers students the opportunity to learn through direct practicum experience,role playing or observation of other students clinical experience. The empirical literature on psychotherapy outcome studies is also presented as well as cultural and ethnic factors affecting the clinical process. Issues related to the identification and reporting of child abuse and maltreatment are also addressed. Pass/Fail only. Must be a student in the Doctoral Psychology program