Within a conceptual framework of systems theory in marital and family treatment, major theories are surveyed including psychodynamic, structural, strategic, communications, and experiential. These are integrated with clinical art therapy theories of family evaluation and treatment. Issues and Applications 3 sem. Includes a focus on effective approaches to communication as well as problematic issues in the treatment process. I 3 sem.
Students attend institutional training seminars and appropriate staff meetings.
A minimum of 16 hours per week for at least 15 weeks in the field is required. Practicum Supervision II 4 sem. See MFTH 617. A minimum of 20 hours per week for at least 15 weeks is required. Multicultural values in psychotherapy and counseling are explored.