5 credits
An important skill for clinicians to have is a fundamental understanding of the dynamics and functioning of couples and families. Students in this course are introduced to concepts and applications in theoretical perspectives and techniques, classical schools of thought, and recent developments in couples and family therapy. Students explore culture, gender, and ethnicity factors in family development. They also review and compare theoretical frameworks in couples and family therapy, including psychosocial, psychodynamic, transgenerational, strategic, cognitive-behavioral, and social constructionist models. Additionally, students assess the roles of culture, spirituality, and values in understanding families.
Prerequisites for students entering May 29, 2023 and later
MS in Clinical Mental Health Counseling Prerequisites
- COUN 6215
- CPLB 601L
MS in School Counseling
- SPLB 672L
MS Dual Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and School Counseling Prerequisites
- COUN 6720
- DDLB 611L
Prerequisites for students entering prior to May 29, 2023
MS in Clinical Mental Health Counseling Prerequisites
- COUN 6215
- COUN 6720
- CPLB 601L
MS in School Counseling Prerequisites
- COUN 6322
- COUN 6320
MS Dual Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and School Counseling Prerequisites
- COUN 6215
- COUN 6720
- CPLB 601L