Group Psychotherapy: Theory, Practice and Clinical Application

CLI GR524 - Group Psychotherapy: Theory, Practice and Clinical Application

Credits: 3

This course is designed to provide a basic understanding of groups through didactic and experiential learning.  Critical facets of group functioning are studied through key concepts that are applicable to all groups:  boundaries, contract, task/maintenance, phases of group development, content & process, levels of group functioning, cohesiveness, conflict management, and working alliances.  These concepts will be examined in a variety of groups to help students understand critical events that occur in any type of large or small group. The course provides an introduction to theory, research and practice in the area of groups, and focuses on key decisions associated with planning and leading a group, including ethical issues, diversity and inclusion practices.  

Open only to students in the doctoral program in Clinical Psychology.