Details for Applied Counselling Theories

This subject will trace the development of current counselling modalities starting with Freud and moving forward. You will be encouraged to trial the key components of each theory and compare and contrast the effectiveness of each in a range of contexts. You will discuss and explore integrative psychology.

Quick Info

Currently offered by Alphacrucis: Yes
Course code: SSC217
Credit points: 10
Subject coordinator: Sharon Garro

Prerequisites

The following courses are prerequisites:

SSC113—Interpersonal Communication Skills

Awards offering Applied Counselling Theories

This unit is offered as a part of the following awards:

Unit Content

Outcomes

Demonstrate an understanding of the development and foundations of counselling theories, including historical perspectives and current evidence-based models;
Demonstrate an ability to reflect critically on theories and models of counselling from a personal worldview and professional practice perspectives;
Compare and contrast several counselling methodologies and describe how these may be integrated;
Apply appropriate counselling approaches to a range of therapeutic contexts.

Subject Content

Introduction 1: Theoretical timeline, Historical Background
Introduction 2: Theoretical Approaches
Approaches to Integrative Therapy
Modern Psychoanalysis & Current Psychodynamic Approaches
Transactional Analysis & Rational Emotive Therapy
Introduction 1: Theoretical timeline, Historical Background
Introduction 2: Theoretical Approaches
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
Positive Psychology
Solution Focused Therapy / Motivational Interviewing
Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)
Narrative Therapy / Choice Therapy
Helping with Complex Clients

This course may be offered in the following formats

Onsite (face-to-face)
Online (eLearning)
Intensives
Extensives

Please consult your course prospectus or enquire about how and when this course will be offered next at Alphacrucis University College.

Assessment Methods

Preparation Paper (10%)
Critical Reflection Paper (20%)
Minor Essay (30%)
Counselling Role Play (40%)

Prescribed Text

Corey, G. (2023). Theory and practice of counseling and psychotherapy (11th ed.). Cengage.

Please consult your instructor prior to purchasing any textbooks.