Advanced Theory and Practice of Counseling

Catalog description

This course is designed for advanced-level professional to gain a deeper understanding of the major theories and approaches within the counseling profession, particularly those theories not covered in traditional counseling course. Activities and assignments are designed to help consolidate and deepen students’ knowledge of the theoretical underpinnings and clinical applications of selected treatment approaches, reflect on their own theoretical leanings, consider cultural variables that may influence therapeutic alliance and treatment outcome, and increase their understanding of methods to establish treatment effectiveness. The course also provides students with hands-on experience in teaching such material to graduate-level professionals in a workshop format and preparing a conference workshop proposal.