C8105C Counselling Theory and Practice

At the end of this unit students will be able to:

1. Identify and compare the attributes of a representative range of theories of counselling.
2. Critique the philosophical basis and therapeutic effectiveness of a representative range of counselling theories.
3. Integrate and apply a range of therapeutic theories, processes and strategies into their counselling practice in a client directed manner.
4. Develop a case conceptualisation with different approaches to counselling.
5. Construct a therapeutic intervention plan.

1. This unit builds on the core theory and skills developed in undergraduate and/or postgraduate study and accompanies the student’s professional practice.
2. The unit comprises in-depth knowledge drawn from a range of counselling theories, processes and strategies such as psychodynamic, existential-humanist, strength based and other approaches in order to develop conceptual abilities and professional practice skills. Major theoretical assumptions are held in tension and critically examined with a focus on integration.
3. Students are given an understanding of the theoretical underpinnings of these therapies as well as learning to apply their practical clinical skills to clients and their concerns.

1. Critical Review (30%)
   Word Limit: 1800
   Due: Week 6
2. Case Studies (30%)
   Word Limit: 1800
   Due: Week 8
3. Practice Videos (40%)
   Due: Week 12

• Corey, G. (2015). Theory and practice of counseling and psychotherapy (10th ed.). Pacific Grove.