Participants will meet in a seminar to integrate theory and experience. The family is treated as the primary system for intervention, with additional emphases on play therapy, group experiences, school and community approaches. A variety of approaches is taught, including work with families, groups, and individuals. Related seminars are conducted by university supervisors. The course covers a broad range of evaluation procedures with respect to a wide range of issues.
Students carry out supervised appraisal projects as part of the course.
The assessment of intellectual functioning and objective and projective personality assessment will be covered. The course will provide for supervised experience in administration of tests, integration of findings, and psychological report writing. Reviews relevant research findings for evaluation and treatment. Explores a variety of intervention strategies appropriate for mental health counselors. Placement is at a site conducive to enhancing mental health counseling skills.