Advanced Counseling.

Catalog description

The course will build upon counseling theories and methods presented in the course "Introduction to Counseling". Students will be exposed to different treatment theories and methods designed to aid students in developing an integrated theoretical position of their own. The course emphasizes the treatment of addiction but the information and skills are applicable to mental health counseling in general. Practical counseling exercises and treatment documentation assignments provide students with necessary skill development. Daily course structure will be comprised of discussion and lectures. Students will need to be prepared for class ahead of time and be ready to discuss the material. Students will spend approximately six hours outside of class in the psychology clinic doing simulated diagnostic assessments and treatment sessions. Prerequisite: PSY 111 .