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TPC 5231 SEXUALITY 2The sexual response cycle, male and female sexuality, andsexual development and dysfunction are discussed fromphysiological, psychological, sociocultural, and transpersonalperspectives. Therapeutic approaches are explored as theyapply to individuals, families, and couples.TPC 5235 PSYCHOLOGICAL TESTING 3This survey course is designed to help students understandthe basic concepts and applications of psychological testingand the psychometric properties of psychological tests.This course will emphasize the appropriate applicationsand limitations of many of the current psychologicaltests—especially with regard to their use with people ofnon-dominant cultures. Issues of validity and ethics will bereviewed in this regard.TPC 5240 BRIEF THERAPY 3This course examines brief therapy from a transpersonaland depth perspective and considers both traditional andinnovative techniques of brief therapy through experientialand didactic methods. Students synthesize those approacheswith a transpersonal/holistic orientation. May be repeatedwith a change of topic.TPC 5245 PSYCHOPHARMACOLOGY 3An introduction and general overview ofpsychopharmacology as it relates to the practice ofpsychotherapy. Current medications, research inpsychopharmacology, and psychoneurology will be covered.In addition alternative medicine, natural remedies and culturalissues from a holistic perspective will be covered as will therelationship between the psychotherapist and physician inmedication management.TPC 5250 BASIC ADDICTION STUDIES 3Basic information about alcoholism and chemical dependencyincluding definitions, effects on substance users and their environments,medical aspects, etiology of substance abuse, majortreatment approaches, and available community resources.The course is taught from a systems perspective and coversspiritual and nutritional issues in chemical dependency.TPC 5325 ETHICS AND THE LAW 3This course familiarizes students with the existing legaland ethical issues facing therapists including MFT licensingrequirements and California laws for psychotherapists. Issuesare explored through the examination of personal values andbiases. Must be taken prior to field placement.TPC 5340 DEVELOPMENT AND MAINTENANCEOF A PRIVATE CLINICAL PRACTICE 1Topics include development of referral sources, billingand malpractice issues, professional continuing education,appropriate office procedures, and recordkeeping and relatedfactors needed for a well-functioning private clinical practice.TPC 5422 CROSS-CULTURAL ISSUES IN COUNSELING 3An overview of cross-cultural issues related to counseling.Special emphasis is placed on fostering an understanding ofcross-cultural dynamics in counseling through an examinationof the historical, political, and sociocultural issues that impactethnic minority clients.TPC 5705 COUNSELING CASE SEMINAR: INDIVIDUALS 3Students present internship cases from the field to be usedas sources of discussion and analysis. Open only to studentsin the counseling degree program. Prerequisite: TPC 5751 orTPC 5756.TPC 5715 COUNSELING CASE SEMINAR: FAMILIES 2Students in field placement develop formal case presentationson clients and receive feedback from the course instructorand peers. This course enables students to compare ways ofworking with families and family problems. Open only tostudents in the counseling degree program. Prerequisites: TPC5751–52 or TPC 5756–57.TPC 5749 SUPPLEMENTAL FIELDWORKEXPERIENCE MONITORING 1Individual evaluative consultations which review students’ progressin supplemental external fieldwork placement. Studentand faculty meet a minimum of once per quarter to reviewplacement, evaluations, and fulfill BBS requirements for hoursof experience toward licensure. Prerequisites: TPC 5214 andTPC 5325.TPC 5751–54 FIELD PLACEMENT A–D 3/3/3/3In this four-quarter sequence, the focus is clinical fieldworkunder supervision. Students train at community mentalhealth sites, schools, hospitals, hospice centers, therapeuticnurseries, the JFKU Center for Holistic Counseling, or othersites. Students gain firsthand knowledge and experienceworking with individuals, couples, and families. Supervisionis provided by qualified, licensed therapists. Permission ofProgram Director is required.TPC 5755 FIELD PLACEMENT 1–3A fifth quarter of field placement may be arranged by specialpermission.TPC 5792 PRACTICE OF GROUP PSYCHOTHERAPY 2Students receive comprehensive training and supervision inthe practice of group psychotherapy. As an MFT trainee, thestudent co-facilitates a weekly therapy group and participatesin group supervision for two hours each week. Studentslearn how to plan and publicize a group as well as how toestablish and maintain a therapeutic group culture.TPC 5793 CHILD AND ADOLESCENT THERAPYIN THE SCHOOL 2Students receive comprehensive training and supervision inthe practice and treatment of children and adolescents in theschool setting. As an MFT trainee, the student will work withchildren and adolescents and participate in group supervisionfor two hours each week.TPC 5900 TOPICS IN TRANSPERSONAL PSYCHOLOGY 1–3Topics vary and may be repeated for credit with a change intopic.TPC 5995 INDEPENDENT STUDYIN TRANSPERSONAL COUNSELING PSYCHOLOGY 1–6To be arranged with consent of instructor and approval of thedepartment chair and dean. May be repeated for credit with achange of topic.160 SCHOOL OF HOLISTIC STUDIESJOHN F. KENNEDY UNIVERSITY