SPYF 550 Counseling and Therapy with Children and Adolescents I
This is the first of a two-course series. This course provides an introduction to the theories and practices of counseling and therapy with children and adolescents in school settings. Emphasis is placed on building foundational counseling skills, understanding developmental and contextual influences, and applying evidence-based approaches to address common social-emotional and behavioral concerns. Students will learn about practicing basic techniques such as active listening, rapport-building, play-based strategies, and solution-focused interventions. Attention will also be given to consultation and collaboration with families, teachers, and other school personnel to support the mental health and well-being of students. This course has an experiential learning component in the schools.
Credits
3
Corequisite
None