Cognitive Approaches to Treatment

Reviews the theory, applications, and current empirical status of cognitive and cognitive-behavioral psychotherapies, from Glasser, Ellis, Bandura, Meichenbaum, and Beck, to third wave cognitive-behavioral psychotherapies including Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Applications of Mindfulness practices. Students will practice Cognitive Therapy techniques in and out of class.