Counseling 621: Advanced
Theories of Counseling
Section 001 3 Credits
Spring 2006 Wednesday 4:15 - 6:45
Mitchell Hall 216
Assistant Professor: David Olguin, PhD, LPC
115 Simpson Hall
277-5324; e-mail: dolguin1@unm.edu
website: www.unm.edu/~dolguin1
Office Hours: Wednesday 11:00-12:30p.m., Thursdays 11:00-12:15p.m.,
and by appointment
Teaching Assistant: Helen Tafoya, MS, LPCC
Text: Student
Selected
Course description
This course is intended to provide students with an in-depth study of contemporary theories of counseling and psychotherapy. The class will be conducted in a seminar format requiring substantial student involvement. The beginning of the semester will contain exploration and discussion over student chosen theories. As the semester moves on students will engage in REAL PLAY counseling sessions. The semester will conclude with student case conceptualizations about their chosen theory and “real play client.” It is the students’ responsibility to check their UNM email account and course website on a regular basis.
Course goals and
requirements
The goal of this course is to prepare each student with an overview of contemporary theories, practices, and research in counseling and psychotherapy. This course is a prerequisite and not a substitute for practice in providing the kinds of psychotherapy which will be covered during the course. Students with the intention of becoming skilled in the practice of a particular type of psychotherapy discussed in this course are encouraged to seek appropriate supervision. Finally it is hoped that the course will stimulate thought and sharpen students’ critical reading and thinking skills.
Since this course is preparation for professional work, the requirements of the course are intended to mirror the expectations placed on counselor educators and supervisors. Attendance is necessary. Absence from more than one lecture is excessive and will result in a reduced grade. Each student is expected to prepare for class by reading their chosen journal/textbook articles. Each student, on the day you present your theory, will be responsible for facilitating class discussion and for having typed handouts for each person in class. Similarly, each student is required to participate actively in class discussions.
Each student will assume the counselor role and get an assigned client to practice one’s chosen theory. Each student will engage in three counseling sessions, and he/she must operate accordingly to the chosen theory. Sessions will take place in the classroom. Lastly, each student will be asked to do a class presentation known as case conceptualization. The presentation should be about 30 minutes in duration including time for discussion.
How Learning Will
Take Place
You will be exposed to a variety of learning modalities including:
Expectations of
Professionalism
Student Rights and Responsibilities/Requirements:
Students with
Disabilities
It is the policy of UNM to accommodate students with disabilities, pursuant to federal law, state law, and the University’s commitment to equal educational opportunities. Any student with a disability who needs accommodations (for example, seating placement, arrangements for examinations, or in class activities) should inform the professor at the beginning of the course. Students with disabilities are encouraged to contact Student Support Services; they are located in room 2021 Mesa Vista Hall, and their telephone number is 277-3506.
Grading
Class Attendance If more than ONE absence (Ex/Un), then grade is lowered one letter grade
Professional Statement 10%
Consent Form 10%
Class participation 20% (feedback, comments made during class)
Theory Presentation 20% (evidence of research, adequate background, thorough reading, handouts and facilitation of class discussion)
Counseling Sessions 30% (application of chosen theory, receptivity to feedback)
Case Conceptualization 10% (integration of chosen theory, real play
client, receptivity to feedback)
99-100- A+ 93-98- A 90-92- A- 89- B+
83-88- B 80-82- B- 79- C+ 73-78- C
70-72- C- 69-Below- D or F
Theories
Students must choose
one of the theories below and demonstrate in practice:
Object Relations Cognitive Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Positive Psychology
Gestalt Adlerian Attachment
Self Psychology Constructivist Narrative
Feminism Psychoanalysis Dialectical
Behavioral Therapy
*Tentative Class Schedule*
January 18, 2006 |
Introductions Discuss Theory |
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January 25, 2006 |
Student Assignment of Theories Discuss Motivational Interviewing |
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February 1, 2006 |
Student Theory Presentations (Group A) 4:30-5:00 1st Presentation (Kylee) 5:00-5:30 2nd Presentation (Connie) 5:30-5:40 Break 5:40-6:10 3rd Presentation (Mark) 6:10-7:00 Client-Counselor Assessment |
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February 8, 2006 |
Student Theory Presentations (Group B) 4:15-4:45 1st Presentation (Judy) 4:45-5:15 2nd Presentation (Lesley) 5:15-5:25 Break 5:25-5:55 3rd Presentation (Nissa) 5:55-6:25 4th Presentation (Kylee) 6:25-6:45- Client-Counselor Assessment |
NOTE THE TIME
CHANGE FOR CLASS |
February 15, 2006 |
Counseling Begins (Group A) 4:15 4:20-4:50 Session 1 (Kylee/Judy) 4:50-5:00 Feedback 5:00-5:30 Session 1 (Connie/Lesley) 5:30-5:40 Feedback 5:40-5:50 Break 5:50-6:20 Session1 (Mark/Nissa) 6:20-6:30 Feedback |
1st Professional Statement |
February 22, 2006 |
Counseling (Group A) 4:15 4:20-4:50 Session 2 (Kylee/Judy) 4:50-5:00 Feedback 5:00-5:30 Session 2 (Connie/Lesley) 5:30-5:40 Feedback 5:40-5:50 Break 5:50-6:20 Session 2 (Mark/Nissa) 6:20-6:30 Feedback |
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March 1, 2006 |
Counseling Ends (Group A) 4:15 4:20-4:50 Session 3 (Kylee/Judy) 4:50-5:00 Feedback 5:00-5:30 Session 3 (Connie/Lesley) 5:30-5:40 Feedback 5:40-5:50 Break 5:50-6:20 Session 3 (Mark/Nissa) 6:20-6:30 Feedback |
Consent Form |
March 8, 2006 |
Case Conceptualization (Group A) |
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March 15, 2006 |
SPRING BREAK |
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March 22, 2006 |
Counseling Begins (Group B) 4:15 4:20-4:50 Session 1 (Judy/Kylee) 4:50-5:00 Feedback 5:00-5:30 Session 1 (Lesley/Connie) 5:30-5:40 Feedback 5:40-5:50 Break 5:50-6:20 Session 1 (Nissa/Mark) 6:20-6:30 Feedback |
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March 29, 2006 |
ACA Conference |
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April 5, 2006 |
Counseling (Group B) 4:15 4:20-4:50 Session 2 (Judy/Kylee) 4:50-5:00 Feedback 5:00-5:30 Session 2 (Lesley/Connie) 5:30-5:40 Feedback 5:40-5:50 Break 5:50-6:20 Session 2 (Nissa/Mark) 6:20-6:30 Feedback |
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April 12, 2006 |
Counseling Ends (Group B) 4:15 4:20-4:50 Session 3 (Judy/Kylee) 4:50-5:00 Feedback 5:00-5:30 Session 3 (Lesley/Connie) 5:30-5:40 Feedback 5:40-5:50 Break 5:50-6:20 Session 3 (Nissa/Mark) 6:20-6:30 Feedback |
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April 19, 2006 |
Case Conceptualization (Group B) |
2nd Professional Statement |
April 26, 2006 |
Common Factors in Counseling Motivational Interviewing |
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May 3, 2006 |
Motivational Interviewing |
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May 10, 2006 |
Finals Week |
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Example Reading List
of Theories
Common Factors?
Chaos and Complexity Theory
Object Relations
Theory
Kohut’s Self
Psychology (con’t) and Research and Practice Considerations of Contemporary
Psychoanalysis
Multicultural
Counseling
Attachment Theory
Developments in
Cognitive and Cognitive-Behavior Theories
Cognitive Therapies
Constructivist
Theories and Narrative Therapies
Feminism and
Psychotherapy
Systems Theory