Theories and Techniques of Psychotherapy

A study of the philosophical and theoretical foundations of selected theories and techniques of the major psychotherapy approaches as applied to normal and abnormal human behavior. Students are encouraged to identify and develop a tentative theory of personality as it relates to an effective psychotherapeutic approach. A strong emphasis is placed on the ethical standards of the profession of psychology and on multicultural issues. An integration of the Christian worldview with the theory and techniques is emphasized.