Psychotherapeutic Interventions I: Fundamentals and Individual Psychotherapy

Graduate / Professional

This course examines the theory and practice of individual psychotherapeutic interventions across the lifespan. Students develop foundational knowledge and skills to build effective therapeutic relationships. The course provides an overview of major psychotherapy theories and, through case formulation, students begin to apply these theories to clinical practice in ways that align with client preferences, presenting concerns, and biopsychosocial factors. Ethical and legal standards in psychotherapy, along with the role of psychotherapy in PMHNP practice, are also examined. Prerequisite: completion of (or concurrent enrollment in): NURS 6000 /H, NURS 6010 /H, NURS 6020 /H, NURS 7606 /H, NURS 7625 /H, NURS 7771 /H. 0 Course cr HTBA