Description
The purpose of counseling is to facilitate personal change. This introductory course will provide an overview of counseling psychology. Diverse theoretical orientations, treatment modalities, populations, settings, and therapeutic methods will be considered. Emphasis will be placed on the process of individual counseling with adults, including assessment, the therapeutic relationship, the treatment plan, record-keeping, termination, referral, and supervision. Ethical and professional issues will also be considered. Equal attention will be given to theoretical understanding and skill development. Pre- requisite: PSYC 1001.