Introduction to Clinical Psychology (02-46-333)
This course surveys topics and issues in the field of clinical psychology, including biopsychosocial theories of functioning and dysfunction. Emphasis is placed on major approaches to assessment and treatment (e.g.humanistic, cognitive-behavioral, psychodynamic). The course also will cover the scientific basis for clinical psychology, as well as historical, ethical, professional, cultural and legal issues. Sub-specialties and contemporary issues are also addressed. (Prerequisite: 46-228 or 46-322) (Antirequisite: 46-232.) (Students may not obtain credit for both 46-237 and 46-333.)
Abnormal Psychology (02-42-228)
This course is a survey of psychopathology, with a focus on the structure and application of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual (DSM) of Mental Disorders. Content to be covered will include historical and contemporary theory and research regarding the etiology and progression of abnormality, including biological, psychological and socio-cultural understandings. Attention will also be given to critiques of classification schemes and diagnosis. Finally, implications for the treatment of specific disorders will be addressed. (Prerequisite: 46-115 and 46-116.) (Antirequisite: 46-233.) (Students may not obtain credit for both 46-348 and 46-228.)
Introduction to Psychotherapy (02-46-674)
An overview of historical and contemporary models of psychotherapy, common therapeutic factors, and therapy outcome research. Development of basic therapeutic relationship skills and empathic responding through role-playing and other class activities. (Prerequisite: enrollment in Clinical Psychology Program.) (3 hours per week, combined seminar and laboratory.)
Emotion Focused Therapy (02-46-696/697)
Students will learn the theory of functioning, dysfunction, and change underlying EFT, as well as core intervention principles and techniques used in this approach. Course content will clarify the distinct and overlapping features (theoretical and clinical) of EFT compared to other current short-term treatment models. Accurate student self-evaluation in terms of adherence to and competence with this treatment model is an important learning goal.
The course will include both didactic and practice components with an increasing emphasis on practice. The didactic component will consist of class discussions based on assigned readings and videotaped examples of EFT, student seminar presentations, a written paper based on the seminar, and a written case conceptualization of one client. For the practice component, students will begin with in-class practice. Further on, each student will see two clients (beginning late October), complete weekly process notes, and attend weekly small-group (usually 3 students) supervision sessions (90”) possibly to be held outside of regular class time. Supervision will entail reviewing videotapes of each therapy session.