PSY 850 - Empirically Supported Treatment I

Credit Hours: 3

The purpose of this course is to familiarize students with a breadth of empirically supported treatments for psychological disorders, with an emphasis on the delivery of evidence-based interventions for adults. Students will explore various approaches to intervention and consider the theoretical and conceptual foundations of each approach. Students will learn to establish and maintain effective therapeutic relationships and develop evidence-based treatment plans specific to client goals that are informed by current scientific literature, assessment findings, and relevant cultural and contextual variables. As well, students will learn to evaluate intervention effectiveness and adjust treatment plans accordingly.

Prerequisite: admission to Doctor of Psychology program or permission of instructor.
Lecture Contact Hours: 3

Typically Offered: Fall