INTRODUCTION TO PSYCHOTHERAPY
Theoretical and applied foundations of psychotherapy. Consider issues of ethics, diversity/inclusivity, and research directions related to psychotherapy. Explore basic and theoretical considerations relevant to therapy including transference and countertransference, emotion, defense mechanisms, boundaries, resistance and early development. Discuss aspects of psychotherapy practice including trauma work, parenting issues, play therapy, family therapy, and couples therapy.
Prerequisites & course information
Requisites: PSYCH 225 Course Designation: Core GenEd - Social & Behavioral Science Breadth - Social Science Level - Advanced L&S Credit - L&S Liberal Arts and Science Repeatable for Credit: No Last Taught: Fall 2026 Learning Outcomes: 1. Demonstrate understanding of interpersonal dynamics relevant to psychotherapy. Audience: Undergraduate 2. Communicate effectively through written assignments, oral presentations and discussion. Audience: Undergraduate 3. Develop proficiency in mastering primary sources and critically evaluating research. Audience: Undergraduate Learning Outcomes: 1. Demonstrate understanding of interpersonal dynamics relevant to psychotherapy. Audience: Undergraduate 2. Communicate effectively through written assignments, oral presentations and discussion. Audience: Undergraduate 3. Develop proficiency in mastering primary sources and critically evaluating research. Audience: Undergraduate
Sources
- Course catalogue ↗2026-2027