PSYC 441 Theories of Psychotherapy

1. PSYC 441 Theories of Psychotherapy Introduction Dean Owen, Ph.D., LPCC METU-NCC Spring 2013

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3. Moreno Perls Welcometo PSYC 441Theories of Psychotherapy Freud Rogers De Shazer Glasser Adler Ellis

4. 1. Review the course syllabus and the requirements for the class! Plan for the day 2. Provide an overview of the course topics….what kind of things will be talking about and doing together…..

5. Prof. Dr. Dean W. Owen Office: TZ 31 Phone: +90 392-661-3424 Email: dean@metu.edu.tr Personal web-site: http://vargadriver.weebly.com Your Instructor

6. I have only one responsibility….. To help you master the information in this course……to help you reach your goal. Important Note What is your goal?

7. We are going to make a trip together….you and me! A Short Story I am going to be your guide.

8. That’s what every class is about….moving from here to there as easily as possible. That will require change and that’s never easy. A Short Story

10. I cannot go any faster than you can walk! If you can run….we will run! If you can walk….we will walk! If you can only crawl….then we will crawl But I will not stop…nor will you!!

11. 12:30-16:30 Monday-Wednesday and by appointment. Office Hours

12. Text Corey, G. (2013). Theory and Practice of Counseling and Psychotherapy (9th ed.). Wadsworth: Cengage Publishing. ISBN-13: 978-0-8400-2854-9

13. COURSE GOAL: To critically review multiple “schools” or approaches to the treatment and management of psychological and behavioral disturbance. This course will examine a variety of therapeutic interventions found to be useful in promoting optimal mental health as well as providing an opportunity to begin to develop basic clinical skills involved in the delivery of psychotherapeutic and clinical counseling services.

14. COURSE OBJECTIVES and COMPETENCIES: This course has been designed to introduce students to the theoretical foundations of psychotherapy and clinical counseling. Specifically, students will be introduced to the history and philosophy of the therapy and counseling profession as well as multiple theoretical systems that have evolved over time. This course will provide learners the essential theoretical knowledge and basic skills essential in the practice of psychotherapy. The unit seeks to first build a foundation of cognitive information and then to integrate that knowledge with opportunities for both affective and behavioral growth by introducing learners to the fundamental techniques of therapeutic intervention the goal of which is to build a strong theory/practice link.

15. Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to: 1. Discuss the history and philosophical foundations of psychotherapy and the contemporary issues affecting the profession. 2. Describe and discuss the major theoretical perspectives, models, and techniques that underpin the contemporary practice of psychotherapy. 3. Know the origins and social-cultural-developmental aspects of psychotherapy theories.

16. Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to: 4. Demonstrate competence in basic counseling skills throughout the entire counseling process of introduction, insight, treatment, and termination. 5. Describe a variety of assessment techniques and procedures while practicing appropriate strategies grounded in theory that create opportunities for client growth and functioning.

17. Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to: 6. Describe how culture and ethnic diversity affects the practice of psychotherapy. 7. Recognize and discuss ethical and legal issues associated with the practice of counseling and appropriate professional conduct demanded by a variety of Codes of Ethics.

18. Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to: 8. Analyze therapeutic interventions in light of current research and diverse populations in addition to demonstrating familiarity with the body of literature (print and electronic) that supports the profession. 9. Describe and discuss the process of group psychotherapy and the techniques that are commonly used. 10. Students will begin to develop a personal theory of counseling.

19. Course description: This course will be delivered in a traditional fashion with weekly lectures on specific topics. The lectures will be supported by PowerPoint presentations which will be posted on a class webpage for review. Students may expect weekly homework assignments in addition to text book readings. Essentially the students will be expected to actively participate as members of a learning community to master the course material.

20. Course Requirements: As an entry level survey course in theories of psychotherapy a great deal of material will be presented during the course of the semester. Students will be expected to : • read the assigned material each week; • 2. actively participate in class discussions/demonstrations and homework; • 3. successfully demonstrate mastery of the course material on two (2) mid-term examinations. • 4. present a 30 minute seminar presentation on a selected topic from the field. • 5. Successfully demonstrate overall mastery of the material on a final examination.

21. Mid-Term Exam 1 40pts Assessment Components Mid-Term Exam 2 40 pts Seminar Presentation 40 pts Final Exam 60pts Homework assignments 70 pts

22. Seminar Presentation Due Date: Weeks 12, 13, and 14 of the semester. Topics areas should address common presenting problems and the therapeutic interventions demonstrated to be effective. Possible topic areas include the following: Depression, anxiety, addiction, eating disorders, grief, personality disorders, self-injurious behavior, etc, etc. Topics must be selected no later than the 6th week of class and must be approved by the instructor. Format: Students will present their topics in a conference-format using PowerPoint. Students should discuss their proposed topic with the lecturer by the end of the fourth week and provide an outline one day before the agreed presentation time. Duration: 30 minutes of presentation + 5 minutes of Q & A part Maximum points available: 40

23. Rules for submission of written assignments: When written assignments are required students are expected to submit a hard copy of the assignment on the due date at the beginning of the class. Please note that no email submissions are allowed. If you are unable to submit your assignment on time please contact the instructor. Referencing: All written material submitted or presented is expected to conform to the American Psychological Association (APA) style of referencing. See http://www.lesley.edu/library/guides/citation/apa.html for some basic information regarding APA style referencing. Important: Please think the environment and do not put your reports in plastic sleeves.

24. Academic Honesty Policy

25. Academic Regulations

26. Academic Regulations Please familiarize yourself with the METU academic rules and regulations. Read the documents on the following web pages: http://www.ncc.metu.edu.tr/studaffairs/acadrules.php http://www.ncc.metu.edu.tr/academic/acadcode-of-ethics.php

27. Academic Regulations What is plagiarism ?

28. Academic Regulations

29. Academic Regulations Each student must submit no later than the third class meeting a certificate indicating they have completed the online training program from the University of Indiana on plagiarism. That program can be accessed by visiting the following web-site: https://www.indiana.edu/~istd/

30. Attendance Attendance is compulsory. Failure to maintain a regular attendance record and to participate in all class discussions may seriously undermine a student’s ability to satisfactorily complete the unit as some of the materials to be covered in exams will be available only in lectures. Please also refer to the assessment details.

31. Class Web-Page In order to provide and easily accessible source of information for students a web-page has been created in which all necessary information related to the course will be published. The course syllabus, all lecture powerpoint presentations and other readings will be place on this web-page. Assignment will be posted here as well.

32. Class Web-Page Students are strongly encouraged to consult this web-page frequently (at least once time per week). http://vargapilot.weebly.com .

33. OK….what must I do to pass this course

34. The answer is very simple…… 1. Read the assigned material each week…….

35. 2. Come to class on a regular basis and ask questions!!! Participate as an active member of this learning community!

36. 3. Ask for help BEFORE there is a crisis!!

37. Examinations in 4 Steps Step 1: Before you prepare for a task you must know what the task is and what you must do….. Solution: Read the study guide that will be given to you….it will tell you what topics will be on the exam and what you must be able to do……

38. Examinations in 4 Steps Step 2: Preparation and study is essential. You may wish to consider forming study groups if that suits your style….using the study guide will make this process more efficient, focused and quicker….

39. Examinations in 4 Steps • Step 3: Come prepared to take the exam…. • Show up on time • Have a #2 pencil with you • Go through the test answering those questions of which you are sure…. • Return to those items you could not answer on the first pass….remember, your first idea is usually the best one.

40. Examinations in 4 Steps Step 4: Bring your exam to the instructor to receive a special service…..IEDS “Instant Error Detection Service” no waiting necessary!

41. Make-Up Exams Make-up exams will be offered at the discretion of the instructor and only in those cases where sufficient justification exists. Students may be asked to provide evidence of medical condition/treatment or other extraordinary situation to document a compelling need for a make-up exam. Please contact the instructor as soon as possible.

42. Special Acomodations ADA Statement: This course will be conducted in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). All qualified students enrolled in this course are entitled to “reasonable accommodations”. It is the student’s responsibility to inform the instructor of any special needs or accommodations required as the result of physical disability or other handicapping condition by the second class meeting.

43. Questions?

44. OK, so what’s the course about, anyway? The simple answer is ….Psychotherapy… Psychotherapy: A term that refers to the process in which a trained individual interacts with a client, patient, family, couple or group for the purpose treating psychological disturbance or promoting mental health.

46. Theories of Psychotherapy In the coming weeks we will be exploring: History of Mental Health Treatment

47. Theories of Psychotherapy In the coming weeks we will be exploring: Qualities of Effective Therapists

48. Theories of Psychotherapy In the coming weeks we will be exploring: The Ethics of Psychotherapy

49. Theories of Psychotherapy In the coming weeks we will be exploring: The Psychoanalytic Theory of Freud

50. Theories of Psychotherapy In the coming weeks we will be exploring: The Theories of Alfred Adler