Unit details
HPS708 - Psychological Therapy
| Offered at: | (S) |
|---|---|
| Credit point(s): | 1 |
| Offerings: | Trimester 1 |
| EFTSL value: | 0.125 |
| Unit chair: | R King (S) |
| Prerequisite: | HPS777 |
| Incompatible with: | HPS908 |
| Contact hours: | 3 hours per week |
| Note: Online teaching methods require internet access. Please refer to the most current computer specifications. | |
Content
Building on HPS777, this unit is concerned with the development of both a theoretical and practical understanding of evidence based approaches for particular client groups and disorders. After an initial consideration of what is meant by evidence-based therapy, the seminars in the unit will focus on evidence-based psychological therapies for common clinical problems in adulthood such as anxiety, depression eating, personality disorders, substance abuse and schizophrenia and other psychotic disorders. In addition, the major therapies employed with children will be covered (psychotherapy, play therapy, CBT) as well as therapy interventions with the elderly Throughout there will be considerable focus on the development of high level therapy skills through the use of video recordings of therapy sessions, practical exercises, feedback, discussions and role-plays.
Assessment
CBT assignment (1500 words) 20%, essay (3000 words) 40%, evaluation of therapy role-play (1 hour) 40%
Prescribed texts
Westbrook, D., Kennerley, H., & Kirk, J. (2011) An introduction to cognitive behaviour therapy: Skills and applications (2nd ed.) London: Sage.
Barlow, D.H. (2008). Clinical handbook of psychological disorders: a step-by-step treatment manual (4thed.). New York: Guilford Press.
Unit Fee Information
| Student Contribution Rate* | Student Contribution Rate** | Fee rate - Domestic Students | Fee rate - International students |
| $733 | $733 | $2751 | $2918 |
* Rate for all CSP students, except for those who commenced Education and Nursing units pre 2010
** Rate for CSP students who commenced Education and Nursing units pre 2010
Please note: Unit fees listed do not apply to Deakin Prime students.
