Foundations of Counseling and Psychotherapy
Explore fundamental theories and approaches in counseling and psychotherapy, from traditional to modern perspectives.
Explore fundamental theories and approaches in counseling and psychotherapy, from traditional to modern perspectives.
This introductory course provides a comprehensive overview of counseling and psychotherapy theories, focusing on understanding and addressing mental health challenges. Students explore various theoretical approaches to psychological change, including psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioral, humanistic, and family counseling perspectives. Through rich case illustrations, the course examines how different therapeutic approaches conceptualize and address psychological pain and suffering. The curriculum culminates with an integrated perspective on facilitating positive behavioral change, offering practical insights into the counseling process.
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What you'll learn
Understand the fundamental principles of counseling and psychotherapy
Master different theoretical approaches to psychological change
Analyze client problems and their underlying causes
Explore various counseling methodologies and their applications
Learn to integrate different therapeutic approaches
Develop insights through practical case illustrations
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There are 9 modules in this course
This comprehensive course explores the theoretical foundations of counseling and psychotherapy, examining both traditional and contemporary approaches to understanding human psychological change. The curriculum covers major therapeutic schools including psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioral, humanistic, and family systems approaches. Students learn about the nature of psychological suffering, therapeutic processes, and various methods for facilitating positive change. The course emphasizes practical understanding through case illustrations and integrates different therapeutic perspectives through the Process-Based Intervention Model.
Psychological Pain, Suffering and Counseling
Module 1
Counseling and Human Change
Module 2
Psychodynamic Approach (1) Freud's Drive Theory
Module 3
Psychodynamic Approach (2) Object Relations/Attachment Theory
Module 4
Cognitive-Behavioral Approach (2) Cognitive Approach
Module 6
Humanistic Approach
Module 7
Family/System Approach
Module 8
Integrating Different Counseling Approaches
Module 9
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Instructors
2 Courses
Teaching Assistant Advances Counseling Education at Seoul National University
HyunRyung Kim is a Ph.D. Candidate in the Department of Education at Seoul National University, where she contributes to both research and teaching in counseling psychology. As a Teaching Assistant, she plays a vital role in delivering two significant courses: "Counseling and Psychotherapy Theory" and "Counseling Practice and Research." Working alongside Professor ChangDai Kim, she helps students understand the fundamental theories of counseling and psychotherapy, focusing on human behavioral change and therapeutic approaches. Her academic work bridges theoretical foundations with practical applications in counseling psychology, contributing to the development of future mental health professionals at one of Korea's premier institutions
2 Courses
Leading Korean Counseling Expert Advances Psychological Theory and Practice
Dr. ChangDai Kim stands as a prominent figure in Korean counseling psychology, serving as a distinguished professor at Seoul National University. With his Ed.D in Counseling Psychology from Columbia University's Teachers College, following his earlier education at Seoul National University, he has significantly influenced the field of counseling in Asia. As the former president of the Korean Counseling Association and current editor-in-chief of the Asia Pacific Education Review, Kim has shaped professional standards in counseling education and practice. His expertise spans crucial areas including emotional regulation, interpersonal relationships, and neuroscientific applications in counseling, with particular emphasis on developing specialized counseling models for North Korean defectors. Through his courses "Counseling and Psychotherapy Theory" and "Counseling Practice and Research," he integrates traditional and modern approaches to psychotherapy, helping train the next generation of mental health professionals. His scholarly contributions include significant works on counseling expertise and the psychological reintegration of North Korean refugees, demonstrating his commitment to both theoretical advancement and practical application in the field
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