History and Systems of Psychotherapy

5 credits

Covers general psychology history and systems. As background to subsequent clinical practicum experiences in the doctoral training program, overviews four major theoretical approaches for conducting psychotherapy, including psychodynamic, behavioral, cognitive, family systems. Also, covers eclecticism, evidence-based practice, multicultural competency, and clinical psychology's successes and failures at advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion. Prerequisite: graduate student standing in psychology, or permission of instructor. Offered: A.