This course details the various models used in the treatment of alcohol and chemical abuse/dependency. Topics include psychopharmacologic interventions, group therapy, detoxification, Alcoholics Anonymous, cognitive therapy, and other empirically supported treatment approaches. A minimum enrollment of 5 students is required for this course to be offered.

Credits: 3

This course will explore the cross-cultural aspects of death and dying in the context of trauma and bereavement. Students will explore the various definitions of trauma from a cognitive, affective and behavioral perspective. Treatment approaches to grief, bereavement and complicated grief will be discussed. Students will be encouraged to explore their pre-existing beliefs regarding grieving and loss, and will be asked to explore more functional ways of dealing with issues of bereavement.

Credits: 3

This course provides a framework for the integration of technology with the practice of clinical psychology. The course will highlight important factors related to the use of telehealth interventions in practice. Topics include the historical context for the use of technology with healthcare services, the need for novel means of reaching individuals in need of care, ethical and legal considerations, HIPAA compliance, considerations for synchronous modalities, practice considerations for asynchronous modalities, mHealth, and supervision and consultation models.

Credits: 3

This course will explore the different assessments use when working with children and adolescents presenting with mild to moderate emotional/behavioral/developmental concerns (e.g., anxiety, mood disorders, ADHD, disruptive behavior). In addition to overviews of different assessment tools, the role or diagnostic interviewing with both caregivers and children will be reviewed.

Prerequisites: In order to enroll in electives within the Child and Adolescent emphasis, students must have successfully completed all required 1st and 2nd year courses. Students entering the program with advanced standing may seek permission from the emphasis director or program director.

Credits: 3

This course will explore the different emotional and behavioral assessment used when working with children and adolescents presenting with emotional and behavioral problems. A brief overview of child and adolescent psychopathology will be covered, as well as different assessment tools utilized to assess for several pathologies in children, including Bipolar Disorders, Autism Spectrum Disorders, and Childhood Schizophrenia.

Prerequisites: PSYCD 1473 Child and Adolescent Assessment I; In order to enroll in electives within the Child and Adolescent emphasis, students must have successfully completed all required 1st and 2nd year courses. Students entering the program with advanced standing may seek permission from the emphasis director or program director.

Credits: 3

This course will explore evidence-based psychosocial treatment strategies and interventions to address emotional/behavioral difficulties common to youth, as delineated in DSM-5. Focus will be given to the treatment of, but not necessarily limited to, Disruptive, Impulse-Control, and Conduct Disorders, ADHD, Anxiety Disorders, Obsessive-Compulsive and Related Disorders, and Depressive/Mood Disorders. Theories and research will be integrated with modeling and in-class practice of techniques, as appropriate.

Prerequisites: In order to enroll in electives within the Child and Adolescent emphasis, students must have successfully completed all required 1st and 2nd year courses. Students entering the program with advanced standing may seek permission from the emphasis director or program director.

Credits: 3

This course will explore evidence-based psychosocial treatment strategies and interventions to address emotional/behavioral difficulties throughout youth, as delineated in the DSM-5. Focus will be given to the treatment of, but not necessarily limited to, Somatic Disorders, Elimination Disorders, Sleep Disorders, Feeding/Eating Disorders, and Trauma. Theories and research will be integrated with modeling and in-class practice of techniques, as appropriate.

Prerequisites: PSYCD 1475 Child and Adolescent Psychotherapy I; In order to emroll in electives within the Child and Adolescent emphasis, students must have successfully completed all required 1st and 2nd year courses. Students entering the program with advanced standing may seek permission from the emphasis director or program director.

Credits: 3

This course permits focused exploration of an approved topic in clinical or professional psychology. With the consultation of a program faculty member, a reading list is developed around a relevant topic. The readings focus on the interchange between theory, research, professional practice and diversity issues. A comprehensive plan for evaluation of performance is developed in consultation with program faculty and the approval of the Program Director.

Credits: 1-3

The science and practice of clinical psychology will be applied to the assessment and treatment of offender populations. Examples will include cultural, social and economic issues in working with forensic populations in inpatient, legal and institutional settings. A minimum enrollment of 5 students is required for this course to be offered.

Prerequisites: PSYCD 1501 Professional Issues and Ethics

Credits: 3

This course permits the student to pursue individualized study in foundational psychology, empirical research, clinical psychology or a related topic under the direct supervision of a faculty member. A comprehensive study plan with methods for evaluation of performance is developed in consultation with program faculty and the approval of the Program Director.

Prerequisites: Approval of Program Director

Credits: 1-3

This course permits examination of an approved specialized topic in clinical or professional psychology. Courses focus on the interchange between theory, research, professional practice and diversity issues in that topic area. This course can include a variety of topic areas not addressed in other courses including Crisis Intervention, Autism Spectrum, Geriatric Psychology, etc.

Prerequisites: Approval of Program Director

Credits: 1-3

This course helps students better provide compassionate and thorough patient centered care to members of the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, and Intersex (LGBTQI) community. Lecture topics include an introduction to LGBTQI culture and history, health and social service needs, and communication strategies. Students learn how knowledge deficits in these areas can lead to health inequities for these populations.

Credits: 1

This course will provide students, working in interprofessional teams, opportunities to learn and provide integrated, patient-centered care in the development of therapeutic care plans using a team-based approach. Active learning techniques, interprofessional learning, and clinical simulation will be used to enhance the education of learners to effectively engage in problem solving and communication activities that address current health related issues in the care of humans, animals, and the environment.

Credits: 1

This course explores human sexuality as a central and multidimensional part of the human experience. Current theoretical approaches, research and empirically based interventions will be reviewed. Topics will include sexual behaviors, body image, vulnerability, sensuality, seduction, sexual function and dysfunction. The course will examine the role sexuality plays in psychotherapeutic relationships. Individual differences and cultural diversity will be addressed taking into account, age, ethnicity, gender, cultural, religious and social influences.

Prerequisites: PSYCD 1550 Biological Bases of Behavior

Credits: 3