PSYC 805 Interpersonal Intervention Strategies
This course provides an overview of interpersonal processes in psychotherapy, spanning from a brief historical overview of theoretical contributions to recent research on the therapeutic relationship and evidence-based psychotherapies. Psychotherapies addressed include Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT) for mood disorders; a brief overview of modern Psychodynamic theories, attachment-based therapies, and Object Relations; as well as additional evidence-based practices with interpersonal/relational components and/or underpinnings. Special emphasis is placed on mastering techniques that directly address the development of a therapeutic alliance, common factors in effective psychotherapy, internal focus and depth in psychotherapy, and termination. Students in this course will regularly explore cultural considerations and approaches that are research-supported for specific groups.
Offered
Fall