Course Syllabus

Applied Psychotherapy

Semester & Location:	Summer 2024 - Session 2- DIS Copenhagen
Type & Credits:	3 credits
Major Disciplines:	Psychology
Prerequisite:	One psychology course at university level.
Faculty Members:	Bruce Bradfield (current students please email using the Canvas Inbox)
Program Contact:	Department email address psy.cns@dis.dk
Time & Place:	See Course Schedule Classroom: V23-301

 

Description of Course

How does one apply theoretical knowledge to real-life therapeutic contexts? This course introduces diverse theoretical approaches to counseling methods and incorporates the use of integrated therapeutic approaches with focus on pragmatic therapeutic elements . This course requires active participation in and observation of group-based and individual exercises focusing on counseling skills.

Students will be introduced to exercises in practical counseling skills and various theories of counseling and psychotherapy. We will review how theoretical knowledge can be applied to real life therapy . Major theoretical traditions regarding therapy and counseling will be discussed. Assorted counseling methods and integrated approaches are presented and compared.

The class will consist of a group based presentations by students on the topic of the day which focuses on theoretical principles, applications and research. A significant part of the class is based on class discussion, role plays and other exercises and DVD observations of experts conducting therapy.

 

Learning Objectives

• Explore the theoretical framework behind different counseling and therapeutic approaches, in general and in a Danish context. 

• Apply and compare methods in which professionals work with adult clients and evaluate difficulties and strengths of intervention techniques.

• Experiment with several counseling and creative techniques individually and in small group settings.

 

Faculty

Bruce Bradfield

MA in Psychology (Rhodes University, South Africa). MA in Clinical Psychology (Rhodes University, South Africa). PhD in Psychology (The University of Cape Town, South Africa). I have worked as a clinical psychologist in private practice since 2008. My style of practice is informed by psychoanalytic principles derived from relational psychoanalysis, attachment theory, and humanistic approaches to psychotherapy. In my work I engage primarily with adults, working with individuals, couples and families. 

Readings

Required Articles and Other Media on Canvas: Articles required for every class are uploaded to the calendar and to Canvas. Additional articles or other material will be added to Canvas based on students' interest and needs.

Field Studies

Noted on calendar

Guest Lecturers

Noted on calendar

 

Approach to Teaching

The class will be a mixture of lecturing, student group presentations, group discussions and role-playing. A large component in this course is based on experiential learning, so students are expected to participate actively in class exercises, reflection and discussions. Students are expected to take active responsibility towards their learning. Students are expected to follow the following rules in order to promote the best possible learning environment for all.

Any personal information revealed in this class is confidential. You may share ideas and experiences with people outside the class, but no information referring to personal identities should be revealed. Any violation of this confidentiality will be taken seriously.

Students should be able to feel confident in presenting their differing viewpoints even if those are different to other class members. Differences should always be approached with respect and students to be able to think about these differences in a reflective manner in relation to their own life experiences and how each one digests and processes the different theoretical perspectives presented.

 

Expectations of the Students

Attend all classes having read the materials prior to class

Participate actively in discussions in class and in group exercises

Discuss readings and prepare presentations with an assigned study group outside of class time

Develop and exercise critical thinking throughout the course

Classroom etiquette includes being respectful of one another’s opinions; listening to others and entering into dialogue in a constructive manner

Students are required to treat the contributions from each other with confidentiality and respect for privacy.

 

Evaluation

Students will be evaluated throughout the term by completing various group and individual assignments.  All students will be assigned their groups in the beginning of the term and will be required to complete all coursework in order to receive a pass grade.  Students that are able to produce work beyond the obvious and predictable will be awarded full marks for their efforts.  Students are also expected to contribute to class discussions and show active participation throughout the term in order to receive full marks for the course. 

Grading

What is the grading breakdown by area?  E.g. Engaged participation 10%, Final paper 30%, two quizzes each 10% etc. Please make sure that the information stated here corresponds to the assignment groups and assignments that are created under Assignments in the course. Please watch the Assignment video guide here for help.

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Academic Accommodations

Your learning experience in this class is important to me.  If you have approved academic accommodations with DIS, please make sure I receive your DIS accommodations letter on the first days of class. If you can think of other ways I can support your learning, please don't hesitate to talk to me. If you have any further questions about your academic accommodations, contact Academic Support academicsupport@dis.dk

 

Academic Regulations  

Please make sure to read the Academic Regulations on the DIS website. There you will find regulations on: 

• Course Enrollment and Grading  
• Academic Expectations and Honor Code