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PSYC 730 ADLERIAN THEORY & PRACTICE AND OTHER THEORIES
Former course number 530
Prerequisites: 6 hours in the Adlerian field, including COUN 501
Credits: 3
This course is designed to present the basic theoretical concepts of the
Individual Psychology of Alfred Adler and Rudolf Dreikurs and to cover at least
three other theoretical counseling approaches common to the counseling
profession. Among the other theories covered are Gestalt, Client/centered,
Behaviorist, Rational Emotive Theory, TA, and Psychoanalytic processes.
However, the application of Adlerian theory to the techniques and the theories
of counseling will be stressed. Particular attention is paid to solution of
individual, family, and other group problems. Students may expect to do field
work and projects and to participate in a variety of demonstrations in various
counseling settings. Comparison of Adlerian concepts with Eclectic theoretical
concepts will be illustrated.

PSYC 734 COUNSELING THEORY AND PRACTICE
Former course number 534
Prerequisites: 6 hours in the field, including PSYC 502
Credits: 3
In this course, several of the major approaches to counseling will be examined.
The theoretical bases and major concepts of these approaches, as well as the
process of counseling proposed by the advocates of different schools, will be
studied. The theories studied will include client-centered, Gestalt, Behaviorist,
and Adlerian.

PSYC 739 DYNAMICS OF GROUP BEHAVIOR
Former course number 539
Prerequisites: None
Credits: 3
This course is primarily concerned with the way in which small, face-to-face
groups function and the factors which influence their functioning. Secondly,
factors that influence organization functioning will be considered. The effect of
the individual’s behavior on other group members and the group will be
examined. Various experiential activities, such as role-playing, subgroup
exercises and simulation will be used to demonstrate and analyze facets of
group dynamics. The course is designed to assist teachers, administrators,
managers, and curriculum workers.

PSYC 744 PSYCHODYNAMICS OF PSYCHOPATHOLOGY I
Former course number 544

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