Counseling Theories & Practices

Catalog description

This course prepares students to utilize contemporary approaches to counseling in a variety of industries. Throughout this course, students will learn effective counseling skills and body language including: basic attending skills, the use of open-ended questions, verbal and non-verbal behavioral cues, paraphrasing, reflective communication skills, confrontation, and active listening. Students will also examine empathic approaches for helping others. Students will study the ethical standards of counseling as well as theoretical approaches related to effective counseling styles. Additionally, students will examine real life experiences in counseling related to their chosen field of study. Prerequisite: PSY 113