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PSYC 408 — Principles and Applications of Psychotherapy

Introduction to the theories, research, and practice of psychotherapy, with a particular focus on cognitive behavioural and related therapies. Discussion of broad topics such as historical perspectives on psychotherapy, the empirical study of psychotherapy, and ethical issues related to psychotherapy. Traditional and contemporary cognitive-behavioural therapies and their application to mood, anxiety, eating, and personality disorders will be reviewed. Current interest topics in psychotherapy (e.g., neurocognitive correlates of change, technology in treatment) will be highlighted.

  • Rating: 4.33 out of 5 from 345 student reviews
  • Difficulty: 2.62 out of 5
  • Credits: 3
  • Faculty: Faculty of Science
  • Department: Psychology
  • Taught by: Sarah Racine
  • Prerequisite(s): PSYC 337

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