What Will Learn?

Psychotherapy Overview: Theory and Practice I is an introductory course designed to provide students with a comprehensive overview of the theory and practice of psychotherapy. The course will cover topics such as cognitive-behavioral therapy, interpersonal therapy, family systems therapy, client-centered therapy, existential-humanistic therapies, psychodynamic therapies, and group therapies. Students will be introduced to the various theoretical approaches used in psychotherapy and explore their application in practice. The course will also discuss ethical considerations for therapists as well as techniques for assessing clients’ needs and creating treatment plans. Through lectures, discussions, readings, case studies, role playing exercises and other activities students will gain an understanding of the different types of psychotherapies available today.

This course is part of the Accelerated Doctoral in Grief Counseling program at AITU. Its aim is to gain a working understanding of fundamental theories of psychotherapy and its practice. GRFD 1101 is the first part with GRFD 1102 completing the topic. Together the courses provide you with a theoretical understanding of various approaches to therapy and a practical skill set necessary for the effective practice of grief therapy. You will also find consistent opportunities to apply the material to grief therapy specifically. It is a 6-hour semester course that should be completed within 6 weeks. This is the same course offered as part of the Accelerated Master program in Grief Counseling GRFM 500.