Adler School of Professional Psychology Catalog 2008 – 2009

703 Advanced Humanistic/Existential Approaches 3 Credits
to Intervention
Prerequisite: 336. This course builds upon the knowledge and skills developed
in the introductory course in humanistic and existential approaches by
developing a more in depth appreciation of particular theories and perspectives
in this area of practice. The integration of humanistic/existential/transpersonal
theories with each other and with other theoretical perspectives will be the
focus of the class. In addition, the application of this perspective to a broad
range of clinical and social issues will be emphasized. Students will be
encouraged to develop their own personal integration of this perspective into
their personal and professional lives.
704 Advanced Child and Adolescent Psychotherapy 3 Credits
Prerequisites: 623, 338. This course covers advanced intervention strategies
and emerging developments in the treatment of children and adolescents.
Approaches to selected clinical problems and special populations are included,
as well as work with diverse child and adolescent populations and evidencebased
practices. Course focuses on advanced therapeutic methods such as play
therapy and nonverbal strategies, group work with children and adolescents
and integrative approaches. Emphasis is on integration of science and practice
and the development of applied skills and preparation for effective clinical work
with child and adolescent populations.
705 Eye Movement Desensitization and Reintegration 3 Credits
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a method of
therapy used in the treatment of trauma. EMDR is a physiologically based
therapy that helps clients process and integrate disturbing material in new and
less distressing ways. This course provides an introduction to the model,
provides empirical research associated with the model, teaches the basic
process and offers space for students to focus on the relationship between
EMDR and specific types of trauma.
706 Trauma Focused Approaches to Intervention 3 Credits
This course covers the history, psychopathology and treatment of traumarelated
dysfunction, particularly Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and its
comorbidities. In the course, students learn about the prevalence and incidence
of PTSD in civilian and military populations as well as the major risk and
protective factors for trauma-related dysfunction, specialized assessments for
identifying trauma-related pathology in adults and children, and the major
approaches to counseling and psychotherapy for clients struggling with trauma.
Major treatment approaches covered in the course include cognitive-behavioral
therapy (CBT), eye-movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR),
somatic experiencing (SE), stress management techniques, group treatment
approaches and psychopharmacological interventions.
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