Mediational approaches to psychotherapy that emphasize cognitive processes will be reviewed in detail. The recent integration of cognitive and behavioral approaches to psychotherapy will be presented. Included in this survey are the models developed by Bandura, Meichenbaum, Mahoney, Ellis, Beck, Goldfried, and Kanfer. Recent developments in behavioral theoretical work and research are considered. Behavior modification and behavior analytic treatment procedures are included.
Specific emphasis is placed on the student acquiring skills related to behavior therapy.
This course introduces students to the major models of family therapy. Basic assumptions, major issues, primary theorists, and techniques of each model will be considered. Lecture, discussion, videotapes and other demonstrations are included. GP431, GP433, and GP435. In this course students begin to integrate previously learned theoretical knowledge into the therapy process.