BAHÇEŞEHİR UNIVERSITY BİLGİ PAKETİ / DERS KATALOĞU
| CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGY (ENGLISH, THESIS) | |||||
| Master | TR-NQF-HE: Level 7 | QF-EHEA: Second Cycle | EQF-LLL: Level 7 | ||
Course Introduction and Application Information
| Course Code | Course Name | Semester | Theoretical | Practical | Credit | ECTS |
| CPS5129 | Cognitive-Behavioral Theories of Psychotherapy | Fall Spring |
3 | 0 | 3 | 6 |
| This catalog is for information purposes. Course status is determined by the relevant department at the beginning of semester. |
Basic information
| Language of instruction: | English |
| Type of course: | Departmental Elective |
| Course Level: | |
| Mode of Delivery: | Face to face |
| Course Coordinator : | Assist. Prof. ÇİĞDEM KOŞE |
| Course Lecturer(s): |
Assoc. Prof. OYA MORTAN SEVİ |
| Recommended Optional Program Components: | None |
| Course Objectives: | The primary goal of this course is to introduce the theory and practice of cognitive-behavior therapy that may apply across most disorders. To reach this goal, the basic principles and rationale of cognitive behavioral therapy, assessment and formulation rationale and procedures, cognitive and behavioral intervention techniques of CBT will be discussed. |
Learning Outcomes
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The students who have succeeded in this course; At the completion of the course, students should be competent at understanding of; the concepts, principles and theory of cognitive therapy, the techniquesof cognitive-behavioral approach to therapy (both behavioral and cognitive interventions), the structure of CBT, how to plan treatment and, the principles of terminating the therapy process. |
Course Content
| Introduction to course No class Introduction to CBT CBT Model Assessment & Conceptualization Assessment & Conceptualization Structure of Sessions Mid-Term Behavioral Interventions Cognitive Restructuring- Eliciting Thoughts Cognitive Restructuring-Evaluating & Modifying Automatic Thoughts Cognitive Restructuring- Eliciting & Modifying Intermediate Beliefs Cognitive Restructuring- Eliciting & Modifying Core Beliefs Imagery Techniques & Termination of Therapy |
Weekly Detailed Course Contents
| Week | Subject | Related Preparation |
| 1) | Introduction to course | Reading chapter 1 of the Refrans Book |
| 2) | Introduction to CBT | Reading chapters 2, 3, and 4 of the reference book |
| 3) | Definition and Importance of Therapeutic Alliance | “Reading chapter 5 of the reference book” |
| 4) | Case Formulation Development and Integration of the Formulation into the Therapeutic Process | Reading chapters 6, 8, and 9 of the reference book |
| 5) | Cognitive Restructuring Techniques; alternative thoughts, Socratic Inquiry | Reading chapter 7 of the reference book |
| 6) | Emotion-Thought-Behavior Connection, CBT techniques in working with emotions | Reading chapter 10 of the reference book |
| 7) | Mıdterm | |
| 8) | Recognizing and Working with Intermediate Beliefs | “Reading chapter 11 of the reference book” |
| 9) | Recognizing and Working with Core Beliefs | |
| 10) | Behavioral Intervention Techniques: Exposure and Imagery | Reading chapter 13 of the reference book |
| 11) | Behavioral Intervention Techniques: Homework Assignment | “Reading chapter 14 of the reference book” |
| 12) | End Sessions | Reading chapter 15 of the reference book |
| 13) | Cognitive Model of Depression and Anxiety Disorders | |
| 14) | Final |
Sources
| Course Notes / Textbooks: | Dobson, D. & Dobson, K.S. (2009). Evidence-Based Practice of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. Guilford Press, NY. Westbrook, D., Kennerley, H., & Kirk, J. (2011). An Introduction to Cognitive-Behavior Therapy. Skills and Applications. Sage Publications, London. |
| References: | Dobson, K.S. (2010). Handbook of Cognitive-Behavioral Therapies. Guilford Press, NY. Beck, J. (2011 ). Cognitive Behavior Therapy. Basics and Beyond. Guilford Press, NY. |
Evaluation System
| Semester Requirements | Number of Activities | Level of Contribution |
| Homework Assignments | 1 | % 18 |
| Midterms | 1 | % 32 |
| Final | 1 | % 50 |
| Total | % 100 | |
| PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK | % 50 | |
| PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK | % 50 | |
| Total | % 100 | |
ECTS / Workload Table
| Activities | Number of Activities | Duration (Hours) | Workload |
| Course Hours | 14 | 3 | 42 |
| Homework Assignments | 2 | 9 | 18 |
| Midterms | 1 | 32 | 32 |
| Final | 1 | 50 | 50 |
| Total Workload | 142 | ||
Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes
| No Effect | 1 Lowest | 2 Low | 3 Average | 4 High | 5 Highest |
| Program Outcomes | Level of Contribution | |
| 1) | Learn about clinical psychology, which is an area of specialty in psychology that involved prevention, assessment, and psychotherapy of psychological disorders with the understanding of scientist-practitioner model. | 5 |
| 2) | Gain research skills and statistical knowledge which enables them to conduct research in the future. | 1 |
| 3) | Study a curriculum respecting international standards for clinical psychology Master’s programs, being sensitive to ethical matters. | 5 |
| 4) | Acquire a main theory as a roadmap in working with clients, in an internally consistent way. | 4 |
| 5) | Gain practical experience in various clinical settings. | |
| 6) | Learn about cognitive assessment methods. | 2 |
| 7) | Learn about psychological assessment methods. | 3 |
| 8) | Acquire basic intervention skills under supervision. | 1 |
| 9) | Design and conduct research in clinical psychology with the help of an advisor. | |
| 10) | Develop an understanding of the contextual variables (Familial, environmental) that contribute to the development of psychopathology. | 5 |