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hSJ 5201–02 diagnosis, assessment
and Therapeutic Strategy a–B 3/3
An examination of traditional and somatic diagnostic systems
including the dSM-Iv-Tr and somatic typologies. Assessment
methods and therapeutic strategies appropriate to different
diagnostic categories are covered.
hSJ 5205 Body-oriented Psychotherapies 3
Students examine psychological attitudes and learn how these
attitudes are embodied in a particular physical structure. The
relationships between Freudian, Jungian, and somatic approaches
such as reichian therapy or bioenergetics are covered. Prerequi site:
HSJ 5106.
hSJ 5210 Child Therapy 3
Examines the psychological issues of childhood from traditional and
somatic perspectives. reviews a variety of therapeutic methods for
working with children and addresses the child’s expression of energy,
physical motility, and health. Prerequisite: HSJ 5121.
College of Professional Studies Course Descriptions
hSJ 5211 Child Therapy B 2
This advanced course examines the theory and practice of child and
adolescent therapy in the school setting. Childhood disor ders, basic
child interviewing skills, and intervention decisions are also
addressed. Prerequisite: HSJ 5210.
hSJ 5215 Marriage and family Counseling a 3
Introduction to the principles and methods of marriage and family
counseling including family systems theories, methods for
assessment of family interaction patterns, and intervention strategies
appropriate to different types of family dysfunction. The relationship
between family systems and principles of holism are discussed.
Prerequisite: HSJ 5121.
hSJ 5216 Marriage and family Counseling B 3
Application of principles and methods of marriage and family
counseling and marriage and family systems theory to specific family
problems such as terminal illness, psychosomatic disor ders, and
addictive behavior. Prerequisite: HSJ 5215.
hSJ 5220 Jungian Psychology 3
Presents basic Jungian concepts, models of the psyche and processes.
The contributions of Jung and Jungian-oriented therapists to the field
of transpersonal and somatic psychology will be explored. Includes
the nature of archetypes, myth, ritual, dreams, and how to work with
clients using these resources as well as how these elements are
present in our own lives and culture.
hSJ 5225 Basic addiction Studies 3
Basic information about alcoholism and chemical dependency
including definitions, impact upon the users and their environ ments,
medical aspects, current theories of the etiology of substance abuse,
major treatment approaches, and community resources. Topics are
covered from a systems perspective and include spiritual and
nutritional issues in chemical dependency.
hSJ 5230 Sexuality 2
The sexual response cycle, male and female sexuality, and sexual
development and dysfunction are discussed from physiological,
psychological, sociocultural, and somatic perspectives. Explores
therapeutic approaches as they apply to individuals, couples, and
families.
hSJ 5235 ethics and the law 3
Students become familiar with the existing legal and ethical issues
facing therapists. MFT licensing requirements and California laws
for psychotherapists are studied.
hSJ 5301–04 Supervised field Practicum a–d 3/3/3/3
Supervised clinical experience in marriage and family therapy in
approved settings. Students gain first-hand knowledge and
experience working with clients and receive weekly supervision by
qualified, licensed therapists. Supervised field practicum spans four
academic quarters. Permission required to register.
hSJ 5305 Supervised field Practicum 1–3
This course may be required if a student needs additional clinical
work. Students may also choose to do an extra quarter of place ment.
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