SCWK 83932 - (was SOWK 8239) Cognitive-Behavior Psycho

Two credit hours.

Was SOWK 8239.This course will cover the principles and practice strategies of empirically-supported cognitive-behavioral theory. The historical and contemporary principles that form the basis of cognitive-behavioral theory will be fully covered, followed by how this approach to treatment conceptualizes therapeutic engage3ment, assessment, intervention and evaluation. The course will cover a range of emotional, psychological and behavioral disorders, focusing on how such disorders can be conceptualized and treated using cognitive-behavioral principals and techniques. In addition to exploring the theoretical and philosophical underpinnings of cognitive-behavioral models of pathology and treatment, a central aim of this course is to identify the most widely utilized practice strategies that derive from the cognitive-behavioral framework, and to reinforce the notion of empirically based practice. The course will also cover person-in-situation factors, drawing from both ecological and ecosystems frameworks. Also, covered will be issues re In addition to didactic training, student will be required to participate in role-plays of therapist/client interactions.