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2011-2012 Academic Catalog and Student Handbook with Revised Addendum [Archived Catalog]
Course Descriptions
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Marital and Family Therapy (Doctoral Level) |
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PM 725 - Dissertation I: Data Collection
In this course, the student works under the supervision of the mentor to collect data according to the plan in the proposal. The data is entered into appropriate analysis tools and described statistically and visually. (3 credits)
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PM 730 - Dissertation II: Data Analysis
In this course the student works with the mentor to report the data and perform analyses according to the plan identified in the proposal. The results are analyzed and explained. (3 credits)
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PM 735 - Dissertation III: Report Writing and Dissertation Defense
In this course, the student works with the mentor to discuss the results of the study, suggest ideas for future research, write the first chapters of the dissertation, present and defend the dissertation to the committee and community. (3 credits)
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PM 740 - Forensic Issues Seminar
This course is designed to expose students to the differences between clinical and forensic evaluation and assessment. This course focuses on the technical aspects of conducting such evaluations and the final written product, as well as the implications of the evaluations for future deposition and court testimony. This course will also explore family law evaluations, such as child custody and termination of parental rights, and civil matters involving tort cases, police fitness for duty, and involuntary commitment. (1 credit)
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PM 741 - Private Practice Management
An overview of private practice maintenance, management, and client population support will be explored. Record keeping, fee schedules, release and confidentiality agreements and developing techniques for a successful private practice will be explored. Licensing, continuing education expectations and or requirements will be reviewed. Office support, supervision, and general human resources management approaches will be discussed. (2 credits)
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PM 745 - Professional Seminar I
These seminars addresses issues related to the emerging role of professional psychotherapists in various clinical practice, teaching and research settings. Areas addressed include the practice and techniques of consultation, teaching, models, and techniques of supervision, administration, practice management, documentation, and marketing methods. (2 credits)
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PM 750 - Professional Seminar II
These seminars addresses issues related to the emerging role of professional psychotherapists in various clinical practice, teaching and research settings. Areas addressed include the practice and techniques of consultation, teaching, models, and techniques of supervision, administration, practice management, documentation, and marketing methods. (2 credits)
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PM 755 - Professional Seminar III
These seminars addresses issues related to the emerging role of professional psychotherapists in various clinical practice, teaching and research settings. Areas addressed include the practice and techniques of consultation, teaching, models, and techniques of supervision, administration, practice management, documentation, and marketing methods. (2 credits)
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Psychology (Doctoral Level) |
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PP 461 - Clinical Practicum Seminar I
This is the first course in the Clinical Practicum sequence. This course provides a small consultation group in which students examine relevant clinical and professional development issues that arise as the result of participation in the Clinical Practicum. Students present practicum cases to gain mastery in the integration of theory and practice. Case conceptualizations consider rapport development, broad system issues (e.g., family, school, community, court, political, other treatment professionals/programs), and areas of diversity and difference (e.g., race, ethnicity, gender, age, sexual orientation, disability, socioeconomic status) as contextual variables. (3 credits)
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PP 462 - Clinical Practicum Seminar II
Prerequisite(s): PP 461 . This is the second course in the Clinical Practicum sequence. This course provides a small consultation group in which students examine relevant clinical and professional development issues that arise as the result of participation in therapy practica. Students present practicum cases to gain mastery in the integration of theory and practice. Case conceptualizations consider client/therapist relationship, broad system issues (e.g., family, school, community, court, political, other treatment professionals/programs), and areas of diversity and difference (e.g., race, ethnicity, gender, age, sexual orientation, disability, socioeconomic status) as contextual variables. Presentations and discussions are designed to prepare students to successfully complete their Oral Comprehensive Exam (OCE). (3 credits)
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PP 463 - Clinical Practicum Seminar III
Prerequisite(s): PP 461 and PP 462 . This is the third course in the Clinical Practicum sequence and provides ongoing consultation groups in which students examine relevant clinical and professional development issues that arise as the result of participation in therapy practica. (3 credits)
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PP 464 - Clinical Practicum Seminar IV
Prerequisite(s): PP 461 and PP 462 and PP 463 . This is the fourth course in the Clinical Practicum sequence. The ongoing consultation groups continue to examine relevant clinical and professional development issues that arise as the result of participation in therapy practica. (3 credits)
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PP 465 - Clinical Practicum Seminar III
This is the third course in the Clinical Practicum sequence and provides ongoing consultation groups in which students examine relevant clinical and professional development issues that arise as the result of participant in therapy practica. This seminar will emphasize issues relevant to advanced assessment. (3 credits)
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PP 466 - Clinical Practicum Seminar IV
This is the fourth course in the Clinical Practicum sequence. The ongoing consultation groups continue to examine relevant clinical and professional development issues that arise as the result of participation in therapy practica. This seminar will emphasize the role of clinical supervision. (3 credits)
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PP 470 - Independent Study
Independent study hours are reserved for topic areas not covered in the standard curriculum. A maximum of three independent study hours can be credited toward the required degree credit hours. If a student opts to take more than a total of three independent study hours, only three semester hours may be credited toward the degree while any additional hours will not apply toward degree requirements. (1 credit)
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PP 471 - Independent Study
Independent study hours are reserved for topic areas not covered in the standard curriculum. A maximum of three independent study hours can be credited toward the required degree credit hours. If a student opts to take more than a total of three independent study hours, only three semester hours may be credited toward the degree while any additional hours will not apply toward degree requirements. (2 credits)
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PP 472 - Independent Study
Independent study hours are reserved for topic areas not covered in the standard curriculum. A maximum of three independent study hours can be credited toward the required degree credit hours. If a student opts to take more than a total of three independent study hours, only three semester hours may be credited toward the degree while any additional hours will not apply toward degree requirements. (3 credits)
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PP 500 - Advanced Professional Development
The Advanced Professional Development Group allows students to explore issues of professional and career development in clinical psychology; become orientated to The Chicago School as a whole and the Psy.D. Department in particular; examine the relevant policies and procedures of the school and department; learn and discuss the implementation of APA ethical guidelines; plan for progression through the program; develop skills in self-evaluation and reflection; receive training and supervision on community-based service learning experiences; and prepare to begin their first practicum. (Lab fee) (3 credits)
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PP 506 - Advanced Intervention: Psychodynamic Theories
This course will cover psychodynamic models that include Freudian Psychoanalysis, Jungian Analysis, Ego Psychology, Object Relations, Self Psychology, Intersubjective Approaches, and Relational Psychology, which focus on intrapsychic dynamics in the conceptualization of psychopathology and the treatment process. These models view the psychotherapist emphasize the importance of the psychotherapeutic relationship and the understanding of transference reactions. The class will emphasize contemporary versions of these models of intervention, including the role of culture, race, and gender. (3 credits)
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PP 507 - Advanced Intervention: Cognitive-Behavioral Theories
This course provides an overview of contemporary cognitive models and therapy techniques. This course reviews the basic assumptions of cognitive-behavioral theory, the major theorists, and treatment planning, case conceptualization, evaluation of treatment efficacy, therapeutic technique. The course emphasizes acquisition of a range of cognitive behavioral assessment and intervention techniques and intervention skills. It presents major cognitive modalities and their theoretical and research foundations. Emphasis is placed upon case conceptualization and the further development of a broad range of cognitive assessment, intervention. (3 credits)
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PP 508 - Advanced Intervention: Family Theories
In this course, students will learn concepts, assumptions, and techniques of four major models of family therapy (Bowenian, Structural, Strategic, Object Relations, or Narrative), and the ethical and culturally sensitive application of these theories with diverse families. This course requires some directed reflection by the student on her or his family of origin structure and how that might impact that student’s work as a family therapist. (3 credits)
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PP 510 - Diagnostic and Clinical Interviewing
Techniques of clinical and diagnostic interviewing and observation will be presented in this course. Students will learn a variety of techniques for interviewing new clients, including listening skills, aids for giving and receiving feedback, and establishing a relationship with a client. Students will also learn ways of incorporating these techniques into models of diagnostic interviewing. Students will be exposed to non-verbal methods of interviewing and observation. Techniques for interviewing family members and other collateral sources will be taught. Consideration of cultural differences in establishing a relationship and conducting an interview is integral to this course. (3 credits)
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PP 513 - Intellectual Assessment
This course introduces students to models of intellectual assessment and explains the administration, scoring and interpretation of the most widely used intellectual assessment instruments. Specific emphasis is placed on interpretation and report writing using the WISC-IV and WAIS-III. In the lab portion of this course, students will demonstrate their knowledge and skills in administering, scoring, and interpreting these instruments. (3 credits)
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PP 514 - Advanced Psychological Assessment
Prerequisite(s): PP 513 . The primary objective of this course is the development of skills that are essential to the interpretation of psychological test findings. Emphasis is placed upon the integration of assessment material from multiple test instruments to develop a comprehensive understanding of the client. Students will continue to develop their skills in report writing, differential diagnosis, and formulation of effective therapeutic recommendations. (3 credits)
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PP 515 - Advanced Legal and Ethical Principles
Analysis of the application of professional, ethical, and legal issues in clinic psychology to such topics as clinical interventions, research, and teachining. This course will address the role and process of developing clinically competent decision-making skills in all aspects of a clinical psychologists role. (3 credits)
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PP 551 - Research Methods 1: Research Design and Proposal Development
This course is designed to teach students basic research philosophies, methodologies, and technologies at both the conceptual and applied levels. Emphasis will be placed on learning to choose the appropriate research topic, conducting and writing a literature review, and the appropriate methodological approach for a given research question. Topics covered include qualitative and quantitative methodologies, methodological relationship to research questions, mindmapping research topics, developing a coherent literature search strategy, and writing a literature review. Students will also examine the structural elements of a dissertation, begin developing a dissertation plan, and form their dissertation committee to carry out that plan. In addition, students will initiate the process of developing a dissertation research proposal through the process of writing a rough draft of their proposal literature review which will ultimately lead to their doctoral dissertation. (3 credits)
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PP 552 - Research Methods 2: Quantitative and Qualitative Analyses
Prerequisite(s): PP 551 . This course is designed to extend and broaden the student’s grasp research methodologies. Students will learn the specific paradigms of qualitative and quantitative methodologies and how desired research outcomes dictate specific research methodologies. Emphasis will be placed upon understanding research questions through the lens of a clinical theoretical approach, the appropriate operational definition of research terms, and developing an understanding of the significance of research to the field as a whole. Students will learn the appropriate techniques to ethically research a question and will be required to complete the NIH certification for ethical treatment of human research subjects. This course will require students to complete a rough draft of their introductory chapter for their dissertation proposal which will ultimately lead to their doctoral dissertation. (3 credits)
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PP 553 - Research Methods 3: Statistical Analyses in the Behavioral Sciences
Prerequisite(s): PP 551 and PP 552 . This course is designed to teach students advanced statistical techniques at both the conceptual and applied levels. Students will learn how statistical techniques can be used to answer research questions in Clinical Psychology. Emphasis will be placed on learning to choose the appropriate statistical technique for a given research question and the interpretation of statistics with reference to research hypotheses. Topics covered include complex factorial ANOVA, repeated measures ANOVA, multiple regression, power analysis, MANOVA, and factor analysis. (3 credits)
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PP 571 - Dissertation 1: Data Collection
Prerequisite(s): PP 551 . Through weekly meetings with peers and their dissertation advisor, students complete their dissertation proposal and prepare for collection of data from research participants. Students present their dissertation ideas to their chair and their peers and, through feedback and independent work, craft a high quality dissertation proposal. Students that register for this class must complete their dissertation proposal within the methodological types of dissertations approved by the PsyD Psychology Department. Successful completion of the course requires producing a complete proposal that meets instructor approval. (3 credits)
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PP 572 - Dissertation 2: Data Analysis
Prerequisite(s): PP 571 . Through weekly meetings with peers and their dissertation chair, students complete their dissertation proposal in this course. Students present their dissertation ideas to their chair and their peers and, through feedback and independent work, craft a high-quality dissertation proposal. Specific deadlines are set for the completion of committee approval of the proposal, IRB application, steps for completion of the sections of the dissertation, submittal of the dissertation draft to the committee, and oral presentation of the dissertation proposal. (3 credits)
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PP 573 - Dissertation 3: Dissertation Defense
Prerequisite(s): PP 571 and PP 572 . Students meet regularly with their dissertation chair in small groups to monitor their ongoing progress on their dissertations. Students meet regularly with their dissertation chair in small groups to monitor their ongoing progress on their dissertations. After recruitment of participants, collection of data, and statistical analysis of data, the student writes all chapters of the dissertation and submits a dissertation draft to the dissertation committee After preliminary approval of the dissertation document, a date is set for the oral defense of the dissertation. (3 credits)
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PP 581 - Internship I
Prerequisite(s): Internship eligibility (see detailed Internship information under “The Department” section). Students must register for internship during each semester while on internship. A total of 3 full-time semesters of Internship are required for graduation. (1 credit)
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PP 582 - Internship II
Prerequisite(s): PP 581 and Internship eligibility (see detailed Internship information under “The Department” section). (1 credit)
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PP 583 - Internship III
Prerequisite(s): PP 582 and PP 582 and Internship eligibility (see detailed Internship information under “The Department” section). (1 credit)
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PP 591 - Independent Study
Students may undertake supervised study or tutorial arrangements as a means of conducting an in-depth investigation of a subject or to study an area not covered by the regular curriculum. A maximum of three credits of Independent Study may be applied toward degree requirements. (1 credit)
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PP 601 - Freudian Psychoanalysis and Ego Psychology
A study of the major writings of Sigmund Freud from 1895-1940. This course includes Freud’s major theories, such as the drive theory, structural theory, topographic theory, and his psycho-sexual theory. Implications for present theory and practice are considered. Ego Psychology as represented by Anna Freud, Strachey, and others will be examined. (2 credits)
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PP 602 - Kleinian Psychology and Object Relations
This course will discover important contributions from the British School of Object Relations and more recent American authors. There will be an emphasis on primitive mental states, early infantile development, environmental influences, and the way in which these early primitive experiences are re-created with the psychodynamic psychotherapist and patient. (2 credits)
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PP 603 - Jungian Analytical Psychotherapy
This course presents an overview of Jungian analytic psychology. Basic concepts of personal and collective unconscious, dream analysis, archetypal symbolism, mother complex, shadow, animus and anima will be examined. (2 credits)
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PP 604 - Self Psychology and Relational Theory
From Self-Psychology to Intersubjectivity and Relational theory, post-mid 20th Century contributions will be discussed. These theories revolutionized and revitalized psychoanalysis and psychodynamic psychotherapy from a one-person to two-person psychology. (2 credits)
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PP 605 - Dream Analysis
This course is an introduction to the theory and clinical application of the technique of dream interpretation, covering contributions from Freud and Jung, to present. Dream interpretation has allowed the psychotherapist to understand dreams as expressions of the client’s inner life. Theoretical material on dream interpretation, and dream symbols will provide the background to focus on the use of dreams in clinical work. Theoretical content may vary depending on the theoretical and clinical expertise of the instructor. (2 credits)
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PP 606 - Modern Analysis and Contemporary Approaches
This course is an introduction to the theory and clinical application of the technique of dream interpretation, covering contributions from Freud and Jung, to present. Dream interpretation has allowed the psychotherapist to understand dreams as expressions of the client’s inner life. Theoretical material on dream interpretation, and dream symbols will provide the background to focus on the use of dreams in clinical work. Theoretical content may vary depending on the theoretical and clinical expertise of the instructor.
(2 credits)
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PP 622 - Diversity and Special Populations
This course examines the social and cultural bases of human behavior, including ethnicity, gender, disability, sexual orientation, class and religion. Research and theories within the context of providing psychotherapy, psychological assessment, and clinical research to a diverse population will be examined. (2 credits)
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PP 623 - Advanced Psychopathology: Children and Adults
An in depth analysis of the etiology and treatment of the major pathological conditions encountered in treatment and research settings. Students will address not only the pragmatic treatment considerations and best practices, but will also addresses the larger research questions as they apply to future assessment and treatment of pathology. (2 credits)
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PP 624 - Advanced Substance Abuse Assessment and Treatment
An extensive overview of current theoretical and clinical approaches to substance abuse assessment and treatment. Students will demonstrate not only proficiency in assessment and treatment, but their ability to design, manage, and implement effective treatment services for the community. (2 credits)
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PP 625 - Humanistic Psychology: Theories and Interventions
In this course, students will learn core elements of humanistic theory including Rogerian or Person-Centered therapy, Gestalt Therapy, somatics, and transpersonal psychology. Basic skills taught include present-center awareness, hot-seat/empty-chair, psycho-dramatic techniques, mindfulness mediation, and basic body awareness. The attitudes of authenticity and genuineness as therapist provided conditions are also described and explored. (2 credits)
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PP 626 - Existential Psychology: Theories and Interventions
This course is designed to present and overview of the field of existential psychology, including the basic foundations of conducting psychotherapy using the existential approach, the existential viewpoint, its major theories, and its application to helping patients to live a meaningful life. Students will acquire and demonstrate knowledge of effective psychotherapeutic techniques and modalities in this area. Salient topics include the philosophical and psychological contributions of Kierkegaard, Heidegger, Binswanger, Boss, Rollo May, Ernest Becker, Viktor Frankl, Irvin Yalom, and several others. (2 credits)
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PP 626 - Existential Psychology: Theories and Interventions
This course is designed to present and overview of the field of existential psychology, including the basic foundations of conducting psychotherapy using the existential approach, the existential viewpoint, its major theories, and its application to helping patients to live a meaningful life. Students will acquire and demonstrate knowledge of effective psychotherapeutic techniques and modalities in this area. Salient topics include the philosophical and psychological contributions of Kierkegaard, Heidegger, Binswanger, Boss, Rollo May, Ernest Becker, Viktor Frankl, Irvin Yalom, and several others. (2 credits)
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PP 627 - Geropsychology
In this course students will be exposed to the developmental and clinical aspects of working with older adults, particularly those over the age of 65. The purpose of this course is to introduce students to the major clinical issues, concepts, and methods in the study of aging. Students will tackle various issues relevant to later life and address the societal implications of an aging population. (2 credits)
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PP 628 - Advanced Marriage and Family Therapy
An in depth study of the major theoretical and practical approaches to marriage and family therapy. Students will be exposed to advanced levels of techniques designed to enhance one’s effectiveness as a practitioner and enhance one’s ability to theorize and design effective therapeutic and community programs aimed at addressing the needs of a diverse treatment population. (2 credits)
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PP 629 - Perspectives in Latino Mental Health
In this course, students will be familiarized with the current research and literature addressing Latino Psychology including research on acculturation, ethnic identity, and utilization of mental health services. The development of becoming clinically competent in the delivery of mental health services to Latinos. Review issues of diversity within the Latino population. (2 credits)
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PP 630 - Theoretical Foundations of Neuropsychology
This course provides an overview of the history and applications of neuropsychology. Introductory topics include major neuropsychological syndromes (e.g., aphasia, apraxia), selected functional neuroanatomy (e.g., cortical and subcortical organization), and cognitive development (e.g., hemispheric specialization). Brain mechanisms of emotion, language, perception, memory, attention, and executive functions will be discussed. (2 credits)
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PP 632 - Foundations of Play Therapy
This introductory course provides an overview of play therapy principles and practice. Students will learn and demonstrate play therapy skills and assessment procedures utilized in individual, family, and group play therapy with children in clinical and community settings. Topics include: the history of play therapy, selection of toys and play materials, play therapy assessment, and the stages of play therapy. Particular emphasis will be placed on the rationale for using play in child and adolescent psychotherapy through experiential based learning activities. (2 credits)
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PP 633 - Psychotherapy with Adolescents
This course provides an overview of theoretical and treatment approaches to psychotherapy with adolescents in individual, family, and group treatment in clinical and community settings. Topics include the history of adolescent psychotherapy; its roots in psychoanalytic psychotherapy; and contemporary psychodynamic, cognitive behavioral and family systems therapeutic perspectives. (2 credits)
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PP 634 - Non-Directive Approaches to Play Therapy and Adolescent Psychotherapy
This course explores non-directive theoretical approaches and techniques to play therapy and adolescent psychotherapy utilizing experiential based learning activities. Topics include: child centered play therapy, psychodynamic play therapy, and experiential play therapy. In addition, students will be assisted in nurturing their own unique theoretical orientation to play therapy and practice with children and adolescents in clinical and community settings. (2 credits)
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PP 635 - Advanced Clinical Psychopharmacology
This course involves studying the effects of pharmacological agents on behavior, emotion, and cognition. The goal of this course is to provide a background in contemporary theory and practice of psychopharmacology so that by the end, students understand the nature of medication treatment and the rationale for treatment selection. Effects of age, gender, ethnicity, and racial/genetic characteristics on the efficacy and safety of medications are discussed.
(2 credits)
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PP 636 - Systemic Approaches to Play Therapy and Adolescent Psychotherapy
This course explores systemic theoretical approaches and techniques to play therapy and adolescent psychotherapy utilizing experiential based learning activities. Topics include: family play therapy, parent therapy and consultation, group play therapy, filial play therapy, and cultural considerations in working with children and adolescents. Students will further their professional identity as a child and adolescent psychotherapist toward discovering their own unique theoretical orientation to play therapy and practice with children and adolescents in clinical and community settings. (2 credits)
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PP 637 - Sandplay Therapy
This course provides and overview of Sandplay therapy as a therapeutic intervention and process in child play therapy and adolescent psychotherapy in clinical and community settings. Topics include the history of Sandplay therapy, setting up a sandplay, and the extension of sandplay to group and family play modalities. (2 credits)
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PP 638 - Directive Approaches to Play Therapy and Adolescent Psychotherapy
This course explores directive theoretical approaches and techniques to play therapy and adolescent psychotherapy utilizing experiential based learning activities. Topics include: cognitive behavioral play therapy, gestalt play therapy, attachment based play therapy, and evidence based practices. Students will continue to nurture their own unique theoretical orientation to play therapy and practice with children and adolescents in clinical and community settings. (2 credits)
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PP 639 - Organizational Psychology
This course explores organizational at the individual and team level, examining the relationship between employees and managers, and employees and teams. It examines the factors that drive productivity and success in organizational including motivation, diversity, work stress, conflict and negotiation, decision making, personality, and attitudes. (2 credits)
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PP 640 - Principles of Forensic Psychology
This course introduces students to the field of forensic psychology, its history, and its impact in today’s world. The focus is on the relationship between law and psychology, the mental health system, and mental illness and criminal conduct. A brief introduction to the legal system is also included.
(2 credits)
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PP 641 - Clinical Foundations of Neuropsychology
Prerequisite(s): PP 630 . This course provides an overview of the clinical applications of neuropsychology. Various specific neuropsychological instruments will be discussed, as well as the general strategies of diagnostic inference. The mechanisms, symptomatology, and diagnostic features of major brain disorders 9e.g., dementies, cerebrovascular disorders, traumatic brain injury, movement disorders, seizures, and neoplasms) will also be discussed. (2 credits)
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PP 5151 - Advanced Legal and Ethical Principles
Analysis of the application of advanced legal and ethical issues in clinic psychology to such topics as clinical interventions, research, and teaching. This course will address the role and process of developing clinically competent decision-making skills in all aspects of a clinical psychologist’s role.
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Clinical Psy.D. - all Concentrations and Certificate |
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PY 250 - Theories, Evaluations and Treatment Addictions
This course will provide in depth examination of the diagnosis, assessment and treatment of addictive disorders, including the most recent biological and psychopharmacological theories of addiction. This includes understanding diagnostic criteria, reviews of tools and measurements for assessment, ASAM criteria, increase understanding diagnostic criteria, reviews issues and limitation of drug testing, reviews of current treatment models (Motivational Interviewing, Harm Reduction, 12-Step), and the issues specific to the MISA/DD populations. DSM recognized categories of addictions and the current status of multiple classifications of addictive behaviors(i.e. Shopping, sexual behaviors, internet) will be examined in this course. Role-play, case-based learning, and practice exercises will be utilized in order to maximize skill. (3 credits)
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PY 251 - Career Counseling in Clinical Practice
The purpose of this course is to provide students with a strong foundation for understanding career counseling as a facet of robust clinical interventions. Career assessment strategies, occupational information sources, career development theories, and occupational decision-making will be addressed, with particular attention given to the selection, administration, and interpretation of assessment instruments use in career counseling. In addition, students will explore narrative constructions of the role of work and material well-being in clients’ lives. (3 credits)
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PY 252 - Advanced Ethics
This course builds on the basic foundation of knowledge of professional ethics and adds depth of coverage to all the topics covered in the previous course. Special emphasis is placed on two additional components; one, managing conflicts between two or more ethical principles arising in a complex situation; and two, communicating complex ethical issues to clients and colleagues. Extensive use will be made of class discussion using clinical scenarios and role-playing. Additional reference is made to codes of ethics of other mental health professions, comparing the APA code to the codes of the ACA, AAMFT and NASW, so that the student gains awareness of the broader ethical issues affecting multi-disciplinary services. (3 credits)
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PY 400 - Cultural Impact Conference: Assessment
Prerequisite(s): PY 453 . Completion of this course requires attendance at a school sponsored Cultural Impact Conference (CIC). Each CIC centers learning around a chosen theme (i.e., a specific cultural issue or population). This course integrates that theme with a specific focus on assessment and diagnosis for students completing their Basic Practicum. (0 credits)
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PY 401 - Cultural Impact Conference: Therapy
Prerequisite(s): PY 486 . Completion of this course requires attendance at a school sponsored Cultural Impact Conference (CIC). Each CIC centers learning around a chosen theme (i.e., a specific cultural issue or population). This course integrates that theme with a specific focus on therapy and intervention for students currently completing their Intermediate Practicum. (0 credits)
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PY 402 - Cultural Impact Conference: Advanced
Prerequisite(s): PY 506 . Completion of this course requires attendance at a school sponsored Cultural Impact Conference (CIC). Each CIC centers learning around a chosen theme (i.e., a specific cultural issue or population). This course integrates that theme and advanced level learning in assessment, therapy, supervision, prevention or advocacy for students currently completing their Advanced Practicum or internship, alumnae, practica/internship supervisors and faculty. (0 credits)
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PY 408 - Behavioral Consultation in Organizations
(2 credits)
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PY 415 - Professional Development Group (Fall)
The Professional Development Group is a two-course series (fall and spring semester) in which students explore issues of professional and career development in clinical psychology. They become orientated to The Chicago School as a whole, as well as the Psy.D. Department, and review the relevant policies and procedures of the school and department, as well as the APA ethical guidelines. Students also plan for progression through the program, develop skills in self-evaluation and reflection, and prepare to begin their first practicum. Successful completion of this course requires passing performance in community-based service or experiential learning opportunities, on either The Chicago School Writing Assessment Program proficiency exam or in the Academic Writing Program course, as well as in the Academic Focus Program. (Lab Fee) (Pass/Fail) (1 credit)
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PY 423 - Psychopathology I
This course surveys the major theories of the etiology of mental disorders emphasizing a biopsychosocial approach and familiarizes students with the DSM approach to diagnosis and classification. Disorders of childhood and adolescence are covered, as well as dementias, schizophrenia, mood disorders, and substance abuse. Cultural and developmental factors related to mental illness are emphasized. (2 credits)
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PY 424 - Psychopathology II
Prerequisite(s): PY 423 . This course surveys additional components of psychopathology emphasizing a biopsychosocial approach. Mood, anxiety, personality, dissociative, and adjustment disorders, as well as other Axis I and V code conditions are covered. Issues of child and elder abuse and neglect are included. The DSM approach to diagnosis and classification is utilized and cultural factors related to mental illness are emphasized. (2 credits)
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PY 425 - Intellectual Assessment
This course introduces students to models of intellectual assessment and explains the administration, scoring, and interpretation of the most widely used intelligence assessment instruments. The course requires students to learn and understand basic constructs associated with test construction and development, such as norms, standardization, and various kinds of reliability and validity data. Specific emphasis is placed on interpretation and report writing using the WISC-IV and WAIS-IV. In the lab portion of this course, students will demonstrate their knowledge and skills in administering, scoring, and interpreting these instruments. (3 credits)
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PY 426 - History and Systems of Psychology
This course explores the historical and theoretical foundations of professional psychology. Particular attention will be placed on the history of mental health and psychological healing practices in a cross-cultural context, as well as modern developments of the science and profession of psychology. The philosophy of science and epistemological foundations of clinical work will also be covered, allowing the student to understand theories of therapy in a broader perspective. (2 credits)
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PY 427 - Statistics I
Students must register for this course if they fail to proficiency into PY 428 or if they opt to complete this course in lieu of the PY 428 proficiency exam. This course is designed to teach students basic statistical techniques at both the conceptual and applied levels. Emphasis will be placed on learning to choose the appropriate statistical technique for a given research question, computation of statistics, and the interpretation of statistics with reference to research hypotheses. Topics covered include central tendency (e.g., mean, median), variance (e.g., standard deviation), z-scores and the normal curve, hypothesis testing, t-tests, correlation, simple regression, analysis of variance, power analytic, and nonparametric techniques (e.g., Chi-Square). (2 credits)
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PY 428 - Statistics II
Prerequisite(s): PY 427 or successful proficiency, and PY 455 . This course is designed to teach students advanced statistical techniques at both the conceptual and applied levels. Students will learn how statistical techniques can be used to answer research questions in Clinical Psychology. Emphasis will be placed on learning to choose the appropriate statistical technique for a given research question and the interpretation of statistics with reference to research hypotheses. Topics covered include complex factorial ANOVA, repeated measures ANOVA, multiple regression, power analysis, MANOVA, and factor analysis. (3 credits)
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PY 429 - Clinical and Diagnostic Interviewing
Techniques of clinical and diagnostic interviewing will be presented. Students will learn several techniques for interviewing, including listening skills, aids for giving and receiving feedback, and establishing a relationship with a client. Students also will learn ways of incorporating these techniques into models of diagnostic interviewing. Consideration of cultural differences in establishing a relationship and conducting an interview is integral to this course. (2 credits)
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PY 430 - Statistics II Lab
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PY 436 - Personality Assessment
Prerequisite(s): PY 425 . This course introduces models of objective and projective personality assessment. The goal is to leave this course with a foundational conceptual and practical knowledge of personality assessment techniques. Students learn the administration, scoring, and interpretation of major personality instruments in both objective and projective realms such as MMPI-2/A, Rorschach (Exner system and content analysis), and the Thematic Apperception Test. Throughout the “lecture” and “lab” portions of the course, students learn quantitative and qualitative methods of interpretation. Students learn to understand the construction and psychometric properties of the instruments, and the standardization process and the appropriateness of generalizing interpretively from that sample. Students will also be introduced to clinical and actuarial approaches to diagnosis and treatment planning. (3 credits)
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PY 437 - Psychology of the Life Span I
This class examines normal development from infancy to early adulthood. Areas of study include the development of perceptual and cognitive processes, psychosexual roles and familial interpersonal processes. Current clinical approaches are examined from diverse theoretical viewpoints and in view of recent research findings. Cultural diversity and individual differences are integral to this course. (3 credits)
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PY 438 - Statistics II
Prerequisite(s): or successful proficiency, and . This course is designed to teach students advanced statistical techniques at both the conceptual and applied levels. Student will learn how statistical techniques can be used to answer research questions in Clinical Psychology. Emphasis will be placed on learning to choose the appropriate statistical technique for a given research question and the interpretation of statistics with reference to research hypotheses. Topics covered include complex factorial ANOVA, repeated measures ANOVA, multiple regression, power analysis, MANOVA, and factor analysis. Use of SPSS is emphasized. (3 credits)
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PY 439 - Psychology of the Life Span II
Prerequisite(s): PY 437 . This course explores developmental issues from early adulthood through advanced age. Topics considered include the process of consolidation of the middle years and the psychological, social, and biological issues surrounding late life adjustment. Current clinical approaches are examined from diverse theoretical viewpoints and in view of research findings. Cultural diversity and individual differences are integral to this course. (3 credits)
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PY 441 - Personality Assessment
Prerequisite(s): PY 425 . This course introduces models of objective and projective personality assessment and addresses variation in measurement of personality based upon conceptualization of the construct. Emphasis is placed on the administration, scoring, and interpretation of the major personality instruments, including the Millon, PAI, MMPI-2/A, Rorschach (Exner system and content analysis), the Thematic Apperception Test, and other projective techniques (i.e., Incomplete Sentence Blank, Projective Drawings). In the lab portion of this course, students will demonstrate their knowledge and skills in administering, scoring, and interpreting these instruments. (4 credits)
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PY 443 - Diversity in Clinical Psychology I
This course lays a theoretical and experiential foundation for students in multicultural psychology. The course blends exposure to theory and literature, cross-cultural immersion, and personal introspection. It provides a basic framework for understanding privilege and power, systems of oppression and domination, worldview, cultural competency, and identity. It will explore the impact and social construction of culture, gender, ethnicity, religion/spirituality, class, race, abledness, and immigrant status. Students will address the intersection of multiple identities and will explore the impact of their own culture and held personal stereotypes, beliefs and assumptions. (2 credits)
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PY 445 - Professional Issues and Ethics
Prerequisite(s): PY 415 and PY 416 . Professional, ethical, and legal issues related to the practice of clinical psychology and the psychologist as clinician, consultant, educator, and researcher are critically examined in this course. Issues considered include privacy, privilege, confidentiality and its limitations, informed consent, patients’ rights, malpractice, client-therapist relationships, collegial relationships, and other regulations influencing the practice of psychology. (2 credits)
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PY 446 - Diversity in Clinical Psychology II
Prerequisite(s): PY 443 . This course requires students to apply knowledge and skills acquired in Diversity I with an emphasis on clinical application with clients. Using a systems approach, the course will address privilege, its inherent characteristics and mechanisms, and the ways those mechanisms affect the lives of less privileged individuals and groups. Identity development models (racial and sexual orientation) will be applied, and the quality of life, challenges and coping mechanisms of diverse populations will be explored. This course will specifically address clinical considerations in relation to gender, ethnicity, religion/spirituality, class, race, abledness, immigrant status, identity, sexual orientation, and language. (2 credits)
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PY 447 - Cognitive-Affective Bases of Behavior
This course presents an empirically-based model of the ontogenesis and functioning of psychological structures responsible for adaptation. The evolution of cognitive structures and affective processes will be discussed. The role of cognition and affective processes in the human creation of meaning and its use in clinical contexts is also explored. (3 credits)
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PY 449 - Biological Bases of Behavior
This course introduces students to the structure and functions of the central nervous system, the autonomic nervous system, and the endocrine system. It is designed to introduce students to the “bio” in “biopsychosocial.” Areas covered include sensory and perceptual processes, physiological regulation of the sleep and waking cycles, eating behaviors, motivation, and affect. The etiology of psychopathology will be considered from a biological perspective, and students will develop a greater understanding of the influences of biological systems on clinical disorders. (3 credits)
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PY 450 - Professional Issues and Ethics
Prerequisite(s): and . Professional, ethical, and legal issues related to the practice of clinical psychology and the psychologist as clinician, consultant, educator, and researchers are critically examined in the course. Issues considered include privacy, privilege, confidentiality and its limitations, informed consent, patients’ rights, malpractice, client-therapist relationships, collegial relationships, and other regulations influencing the practice of psychology. (3 credits)
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PY 451 - Social Bases of Behavior
This course focuses on the role of societal and environmental factors in the initiation and maintenance of human behavior patterns from childhood through late adolescence and young adulthood. The course will consider the implications of socio-environmental factors in youth development for the practicing psychologist. Cultural and individual differences are also emphasized. (3 credits)
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PY 452 - Psychometrics
This course covers psychometric topics relevant to the practice of assessment. The discussions are related to test development, test use, and data interpretation. Specific topics include: reliability, validity, item gradients, test floors/ceilings, the normal distribution curve, scoring metrics (e.g., Z scores, T scores, scaled scores, standards scores), and scale development. (3 credits)
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PY 453 - Advanced Assessment
Prerequisite(s): AND OR , , , OR . The primary objective of this course is the development of skills essential to the interpretation of test findings. Emphasis is placed upon the integration of test material into a comprehensive understanding of the client. Students will continue to develop their skills in report writing, differential diagnosis, and formulation of effective therapeutic recommendations. (3 credits)
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PY 455 - Research Methods
This course is designed to teach students experimental and quasi-experimental research designs at both the conceptual and applied levels. Areas of emphasis include experimental control, validity, reliability, sampling, correlational research, qualitative research, single subject designs, independent group designs, repeated measures and complex designs, and design confounds. Descriptive research methods will also be discussed. Students will learn how to generate research designs, how to select variables for study, and how to critique designs in psychological research. This course will require students to designate the designs utilized in published research, identify and explain design confounds, and think critically about published psychological research. (3 credits)
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PY 462 - Basic Intervention: Psychodynamic
The development of major psychodynamic theories is presented from historical, clinical, and conceptual perspectives. Drive, ego, object, self and, relational perspectives will be addressed. The development of psychoanalysis as a method of psychotherapy will be presented. In addition to readings in theory and technique, case studies will be used to exemplify the various theoretical approaches to therapy. Particular emphasis will be given to conceptions of change in dynamic therapy, the nature of the psychotherapeutic situation, and the relationship between client and therapist. The relationship between theory and practice will be explored throughout the course. (3 credits)
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PY 464 - Basic Intervention: Cognitive-Behavioral
This course addresses the basic assumptions of cognitive-behavioral theory, reviews the major theorists, and introduces the student to issues of treatment planning, case conceptualization, evaluation of treatment efficacy, therapeutic technique, and intervention through that theoretical lens. The course emphasizes acquisition of a range of cognitive behavioral assessment and intervention techniques and intervention skills. (3 credits)
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PY 466 - Basic Intervention: Existential-Humanistic
In this course, students will learn core elements of humanistic theory including the existential basis for creation of meaning and choice, Rogerian or Person-Centered therapy, Gestalt Therapy, somatics, and transpersonal psychology. Basic skills taught include present-centered awareness, hot-seat/empty-chair, psycho-dramatic techniques, mindfulness meditation, and basic body awareness. The attitudes of authenticity and genuineness as therapist provided conditions are also described and explored. (3 credits)
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PY 468 - Basic Intervention: Systems
This course helps students learn basic conceptualization skills to recognize the impact of various forces on a system, differentiate problematic and normal functioning in a context, and clinical intervention skills to integrate systematic factors into effective and culturally sensitive treatment plans. (3 credits)
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PY 479 - Introduction to Neuropsychology
Prerequisite(s): PY 449 . Major systems and structures of the brain are reviewed and common impairments of language, cognition, and perception are studied. Students are introduced to various neuropsychological tests currently used in clinical settings. Neurologic syndromes, including stroke, head trauma, seizure, and dementia, are examined with relevant case studies and test data. (2 credits)
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PY 480 - Child and Adolescent Neuropsychological Assessment
Prerequisite(s): PY 479 . Students use child and adolescent case studies to understand neuro-cognitive deficits, and the relationship between neuropsychological assessment and intervention. Knowledge, skills, and attitudes to collaborate with other professionals in multidisciplinary settings is emphasized. (2 credits)
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PY 481 - Introduction to Clinical Psychopharmacology
Prerequisite(s): PY 449 This course involves studying the effects of pharmacological agents on behavior, emotion, and cognition. The goal of this course is to provide a background in contemporary theory and practice of psychopharmacology so that by the end, students understand the nature of medication treatment and the rationale for treatment selection. Effects of age, gender, ethnicity, and racial/genetic characteristics on the efficacy and safety of medications are discussed. (2 credits)
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