Presentations and discussions of current or contemplated research projects by faculty and students are conducted on a peer basis. May be repeated for credit, but only two units may be counted for the degree. Experimental research under the direction of a member of the faculty. May be repeated for a total of nine units of credit. Examines theory, clinical techniques, and professional practice in the evaluation of diagnostic and statistical manual-IV mental disorders including substance abuse disorders.
Psychological diagnosis is integrated into case formulation.
Characteristic interpersonal interactions including those involving substance abuse and how those appear in the clinical interview are studied from different theoretical viewpoints including assessment and intervention procedures. Conditions which promote psychological change in couples and families are studied from an interpersonal, familial, and sociocultural perspective. Readings, case presentation, and discussion of the therapeutic process and change with diverse sources of psychopathology including processes involving substance abuse and treated in different clinical settings. Emphasis is placed on oral and written conceptualization of the process of therapy and the dynamics of the presenting problem. May be repeated for a total of six units of credit.