PYD822 Advanced Psychodynamic Theories and Techniques (3 cr.)

Prerequisite(s): PYD820  
This course provides advanced training in contemporary psychodynamic theory and its application in psychotherapy, psychoanalysis, and consultation. Evidence-based models of psychodynamic and experiential practice are explored. The course emphasizes practical application, including case formulation, clinical strategies and techniques, and the integration of complex dynamic insights into other treatment modalities.

Upon completion of this course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Evaluate the theoretical principles of psychodynamic and experiential approaches to psychotherapy.
2. Evaluate research in the area of psychodynamic approaches, including outcome and process research.
3. Apply psychodynamic principles to therapy, and identify when the approach is most appropriately used.
4. Integrate an understanding of diversity into the applicability of psychodynamic approaches to individual clients.
5. Examine ethical implications in applying psychodynamic approaches.
6. Generate meaningful clinical inferences and interpretations based on psychodynamic principles.
7. Function confidently in psychodynamic-oriented treatment settings.