Seminar Clinical Mental Health

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This program integrates foundational knowledge of clinical mental health counseling with historical, philosophical, and contextual dimensions of counseling practices focused on mental health, and reviews current trends in both the knowledge and skills required for supporting individuals experiencing crises or trauma. Community resources and professional networks are explored as a means of demonstrating the integration of the field within a societal context and advocating for the profession. Students will investigate professional roles, functions, and relationships with other human services providers. Additionally, in-depth exploration of counseling approaches and assessment tools for crisis and trauma situations will be conducted.