Graduate Course Descriptions

Study of past and current major theoretical issues and treatment strategies in psychoanalytic psychotherapy. The goal of the course is to teach students to apply psychoanalytic formulations and intervention strategies in practice settings. The course discusses major constructs in theory. A developmentally-sensitive model of diagnosis and intervention is presented. The continuum of contemporary models and traditional approaches (e.g., drive theory, ego psychology, object relations theory, self-psychology) is discussed from a historical perspective and in relation to each other. Emphasis is placed on the integration of theory, listening skills, clinical formulations, and flexible technical application of supportive-expressive to different clients and settings, including time-limited therapy environments. Therapy process research is reviewed. Implications of psychoanalytic applications to diverse client populations, including ethnic/racial, head trauma, and learning disabled, are also rev

Course reviews basic concepts and applications of the foundations of Client-Centered theories and therapies. Models include Rogerian, Existential-Humanistic, and recent developments in psychotherapy that build on a client-centered foundation (e.g., Motivational Interviewing). Implications for different client problems, human diversity, ethical psychotherapy practice, and understanding the therapy process and client-therapist relationship are reviewed. The course is taught using different instructional approaches, including lectures, experiential skills practice, discussions, and group activities. Course also includes reading literature that provides empirical support for these models in ways consistent with foundational concepts. Open only to Psy.D. students in Clinical Psychology.

Review of history and systems of psychology, and of how psychology as a profession has developed its identity. Review of history of the Ph.D. and Psy.D. models, diversity; changes in practice climate, origins of contemporary issues in practice, including managed care, information technology, current trends in professional practice, career paths and the future of psychology. Applications to practice settings are reviewed. Open only to Psy.D. students in Clinical Psychology.

250 hrs. minimum in one-semester with academic seminar that includes readings, case conference presentations of assessment and intervention cases. Open only to Psy.D. students in Clinical Psychology. (All subsequent field placements must be taken in numerical sequence: 714, 715, 716, 717, 724, 725, 726, 727 and in accord with prerequisites on program plans. Grading is “Pass” or “Fail” for all practica.) (Course fee applies.)

250 hrs. minimum in one-semester with academic seminar that includes readings, case conference presentations of assessment and intervention cases. Open only to Psy.D. students in Clinical Psychology.

250 hrs. minimum in one-semester with academic seminar that includes readings, case conference presentations of assessment and intervention cases. Open only to Psy.D. students in Clinical Psychology.

250 hrs. minimum in one-semester with academic seminar that includes readings, case conference presentations of assessment and intervention cases. Open only to Psy.D. students in Clinical Psychology. (Course fee applies).

This course will examine Family Systems Theory and key concepts of the theory, family roles and dynamics, family life cycle, intergenerational patterns, family conflict and resolution, impact of trauma on families, diversity in family structures, mental health in family systems, and family therapy approaches. The course will also incorporate ethical and professional considerations in working with families. This course is open only to Psy.D. students in Clinical Psychology.

Examination of the major historical and contemporary social and cultural issues associated with all aspects of diverse populations, and of clinical strategies for addressing mental health needs of these groups. Emphasis on the role and impact of culture on structure, delivery and management of care systems; review of cultural influences and meaning of contextualization. Open only to Psy.D. students in Clinical Psychology.

250 hrs. minimum in one-semester with academic seminar that includes readings, case conference presentations of assessment and intervention cases. Open only to Psy.D. students in Clinical Psychology.