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  • PSY 6255: Applied Assessment II: Psychosocial and Personality Assessment

    4.00 Credits
    Southern Utah University

    This course continues training in and experience with measurement theory, psychological testing, evaluation, and assessment. The course begins with coverage of general measurement topics and is followed by an overview of specific tools designed to assess social, emotional, behavioral, and personality factors across the lifespan. In addition, students will gain "hands-on" experience with administration, interpretation, and written presentation of assessment results. These experiences are designed to facilitate understanding of how test data have the potential to inform therapeutic intervention and case formulation. Ethical and diversity-related considerations will be examined and incorporated throughout the course. (Spring) [Graded (Standard Letter)] Registration Restriction(s): PsyD students only
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  • PSY 6270: Motivation and Emotion

    3.00 Credits
    Southern Utah University

    This seminar course contains content to develop your understanding of psychology from a scientific way of knowing and to inform you of theories of motivation, emotion, and affect. The curriculum of this course is designed to enhance your abilities to be effective in a clinical setting. Throughout this course, principles of justice, equity, diversity, and inclusivity are discussed in directed reading and formal seminar discussion. Further, content from this course connects with content from PSY 6400: Advanced Social Psychology, PSY 6700: Statistics and Research Design, and PSY 6450: Psychopathology. Finally, this course provides foundational material for PSY 6520: Clinical Practicum, PSY 6530: Field Practicum, PSY 6810: Addictions Treatment, and PSY 7990: Pre-Doctoral Internship. (As Needed) [Graded (Standard Letter)] Registration Restriction(s): PsyD students only
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  • PSY 6300: Foundations of Psychotherapy I

    3.00 Credits
    Southern Utah University

    This course will introduce the psychotherapy process and basic counseling skills. Topics include evidence-based practices, common factors, and an overview of various foundational psychotherapy modalities including (but not limited to) humanistic, psychodynamic, interpersonal process, existential, cognitive-behavioral, and others. The class will discuss the various theoretical approaches to conceptualization of the problem, the role of the therapist, theory of cure, and applications with diverse groups. Basic counseling skills will include active and reflective listening skills, nonverbal behaviors, paraphrasing, empathy responses, and building a therapeutic alliance, among others. Skills will be introduced through role plays in class and students will be assigned weekly practice. (Fall) [Graded (Standard Letter)] Registration Restriction(s): PsyD students only
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  • PSY 6310: Foundations of Psychotherapy II

    3.00 Credits
    Southern Utah University

    Our theoretical (and personal) assumptions about people and their motives influence how we see the strengths and weaknesses of our clients, the style of therapeutic relationship we develop, the kind of therapeutic goals we set, how we attempt to intervene to meet these goals, and how we study this process. As a result, it is especially important for us to develop a strong, useful theoretical viewpoint, as well as to understand those of other therapists. This course will take a "deep" dive into four influential third-wave therapy models (CBT, DBT, MBCT, ACT) as well as a certification in the Collaborative Assessment and Management of Suicidality (CAMS). This course is designed to build on the foundational counseling skills and theories learned in PSY 6300: Foundations of Psychotherapy, PSY 6100: Ethics Laws and Professional Practices, PSY 6610: Human Development Through the Lifespan, and PSY 6620: Individual and Cultural Diversity. Additionally, it will provide a deeper more comprehensive perspective on four influential third-wave therapy models. This course will further prepare students to conduct and engage in individual psychotherapy with clients in future practica. Furthermore, this course will provide opportunities to practice core skills and techniques necessary to conduct four forms of therapy serving as a foundation for additional skill development and practice in all subsequent intervention courses and practica. (Spring) [Graded (Standard Letter)] Registration Restriction(s): PsyD students only
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  • PSY 6320: Foundations of Psychotherapy III

    3.00 Credits
    Southern Utah University

    This course will focus on specific theoretical and clinical orientations for understanding psychopathology and how those frameworks translate to psychotherapeutic approaches. This course will also include a strong emphasis on empirically-based treatment approaches, and the use of certain manualized treatments with certain populations (e.g., children, adolescents, etc.). For example, specific treatment approaches will include Trauma-Focused Approaches (e.g., EMDR, Exposure, TF-CBT), Interpersonal Approaches (e.g., IPT), Family Systems (PCIT), Behavior Therapy (e.g., Habit Reversal Training, etc.), and other Cognitive Approaches (e.g., Exposure and Response Prevention, Systematic Desensitization, etc.). Examples of manualized treatments will also be introduced as part of this course (e.g., The Coping Cat). (Summer - 1st Session) [Graded (Standard Letter)] Registration Restriction(s): PsyD students only
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  • PSY 6400: Advanced Social Psychology

    3.00 Credits
    Southern Utah University

    This advanced course in social psychology explores the interaction of the individual person with the social environment. Topics such as the self, social perception and cognition, attributions, attitudes and persuasion, prejudice and discrimination, social influence, prosocial behavior, interpersonal attraction, group processes, and aggression will be covered from an empirically-based perspective. The course will include both theoretical and applied elements associated with the topics and is designed to meet the Discipline-Specific Knowledge (DSK) content area of Social Aspects of Behavior, for American Psychological Association (APA) accreditation. (Spring - Even Years) [Graded (Standard Letter)] Registration Restriction(s): Only students enolled in the Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology program.
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  • PSY 6450: Psychopathology

    3.00 Credits
    Southern Utah University

    This course reviews human behavior usually classified as "abnormal" or pathological. We will explore definitions of "abnormal behavior" throughout human history to the current time. We will use the current version of the American Psychiatric Association's diagnostic criteria (DSM-V) as a diagnostic foundation, but take special care to humanize the people who have the mental conditions we cover. Four conceptual themes inform our approach to discussing psychopathology. First, care will be taken to thoroughly review signs and symptoms, and other diagnostic considerations of the condition(s) consistent with the medical model. Second, we will explore etiological models, such as multicultural and/or adaptive (teleological functions) of the condition(s). Third, we will review treatment and intervention strategies consistent with each of the etiological considerations. Fourth, we will cover neurobiological factors associated with each condition or constellation of conditions. (Spring) [Graded (Standard Letter)] Registration Restriction(s): PsyD students only
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  • PSY 6510: Clinical Pre-Practicum

    1.00 - 3.00 Credits
    Southern Utah University

    The clinical pre-practicum consists of participation on a vertical team led by a licensed core or adjunct faculty member in the PsyD Program. Students enrolled in the pre-practicum will attend group supervision meetings, shadow assigned clinical cases during the semester, and practice therapy and assessment skills in a simulated clinical environment. The main goals of this course are to (a) help students begin conceptualizing how to provide basic clinical services, (b) ensure that students begin to build a foundation they will ultimately use in their work with clients, and (c) help students develop their ability to provide accept constructive feedback related to their developing clinical efforts. (Fall, Spring, Summer) [Pass/Fail] Repeatable for Add'l Credit? Yes - Total Credits: 6 Registration Restriction(s): PsyD students only
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  • PSY 6520: Clinical Practicum

    3.00 Credits
    Southern Utah University

    The clinical practicum uses a vertical team supervision format led by a licensed core or adjunct faculty member in the PsyD Program. Within this structure, students receive both individual and group supervision of clinical activities in the SUU Community Counseling and Assessment Clinic. Under the supervision of their faculty supervisor, students will provide direct clinical services to clients as they build and practice clinical skills. They will obtain hands-on experience administering assessment tools, conducting comprehensive assessment for a range of presenting problems, and providing individual and family therapy using several evidence-based therapeutic approaches. Opportunities for facilitating therapy groups through the clinic may also be available. In addition to managing a clinical caseload, fourth-year students will begin their own supervision efforts with junior students on their Vertical Team. The main goals of this course are to (a) help students continue conceptualizing the delivery of basic clinical services, (b) continue building the foundation they are using in their work with clients, (c) to help students accept constructive feedback related to their own clinical efforts, and (d) begin providing supervision to junior members of the Vertical Team. (Fall, Spring, Summer [As Needed]) [Pass/Fail] Prerequisite(s): Instructor permission Repeatable for Add'l Credit? Yes - Total Times: 15 Registration Restriction(s): PsyD students only
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  • PSY 6610: Human Development Through the Lifespan

    3.00 Credits
    Southern Utah University

    This course examines basic principles of development that inform our understanding of human development across the lifespan. In addition to the texts, various articles will be assigned in order to further student's knowledge of development across the lifespan. We will also read and explore recent work examining different cultural perspectives, processes, and methods of examining development across the lifespan. (Fall - Even Years) [Graded (Standard Letter)] Registration Restriction(s): PsyD students only
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