MHSC8035 Theories of Counselling and Psychotherapy

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Overview

This topic provides an understanding of counselling within historical and contemporary theories of therapy (e.g., psychodynamic, behavioural / cognitive, humanistic, constructionist, and systemic). You will be required to critically review and analyse multiple therapeutic approaches and their application across different contexts (e.g., individual, family, group). The topic requires you to … For more content click the Read More button below.

This topic provides an understanding of counselling within historical and contemporary theories of therapy (e.g., psychodynamic, behavioural / cognitive, humanistic, constructionist, and systemic). You will be required to critically review and analyse multiple therapeutic approaches and their application across different contexts (e.g., individual, family, group). The topic requires you to consider the therapeutic models that will inform your future practice.

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Aims

This topic encourages you to apply a critical lens when exploring the varied therapeutic approaches and the utility and application with different people and populations.

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Theories of Counselling and Psychotherapy