PC 821 - Cognitive Behavioral Theory and Practice: Treatment Approaches and Spiritual Integration

(3.00 cr.)

Prerequisite: PC 662 . Restricted to M.S./Ph.D. and Ph.D. students. Provides an overview of the theoretical foundations of cognitive-behavior therapy (CBT) and also introduces students to "third wave CBTs" such as acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), mindfulness-based cognitive therapy and schema therapy. Students review CBT's causal assumptions, assessment methodologies, and intervention strategies, as well as religious and spiritually integrated CBT, and methods for evaluating counseling effectiveness. Through classroom demonstrations and exercises, case formulation and treatment plans, students practice and familiarize themselves with the applied issues that arise in cognitive-behavioral assessment and counseling interventions.