Advanced Counseling and Psychotherapeutic Techniques

Catalog description

This is an advanced skills-based course designed to allow you to practice the art and science of counseling and the stages of the helping process. This goal will be met through the application of counseling theory to counseling practice. The art of counseling refers to the personalization the counselor brings to the counseling relationship and includes establishing a positive rapport with the client. The science of counseling includes critical thinking, assessment, use of data, and evaluation. Throughout this course, you will employ role plays and practice sessions to further explore the ways in which theory informs practice and how counseling practice informs theory development.