Clinical Work with Latinos in the United States

COU CC551 - Clinical Work with Latinos in the United States

Credits: 2

This course focuses on clinical interventions that address the particular mental health needs of Latinos in the United States. A particular emphasis is placed on skills that are necessary in order to attain clinical competence treating members of the various Latino groups, by both Latino and non-Latino clinicians. Empirically-based psychological treatments for Latino patients will be examined. Creative ways will be discussed for adapting these interventions with Latinos. Discussion of clinical cases will be integrated into the course. Cross listed as CLI CC551, COU CC551, SCH CC551. Pre-requisite: CC550 and permission of the instructor.