Description
Therapeutic applications of the cognitive theorists will be explored. Among the theorists are Insoo Kim Bergh (brief solution focused therapy), Aaron Beck (cognitive therapy), Richard Glasser (choice therapy), Albert Ellis (rational-emotive behavioral therapy), Arnold Lazarus (multi-modal therapy) and select others. Using didactic, video and experiential exercises, the course will address mental health issues in children and adolescents, addiction and substance abuse, bereavement, and family structure. This course includes the fundamental occupational tasks of assessment, case presentation, case collaboration, team membership and client interaction.