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GPSY 583 - Statistics Lab
1 credit(s)
This course provides the opportunity to begin working on your thesis project. Using the skills students acquired in Research Methods and are developing in the statistics sequence, they will begin working on their thesis by identifying a research question, conducting a literature review, and generating research hypotheses. This lab will also provide the opportunity for students to receive feedback from the course instructor and peers to help them refine their research question and hypotheses. Pass/No Pass.
Prerequisite(s): GPSY 580 .
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GPSY 600 - Development
3 credit(s)
POverview of theory and resarch regarding determinants of human development across the lifespan. APS only.
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GPSY 601 - Biological & Cognitive Foundations
3 credit(s)
Foundational knowledge of the biological and cognitive determinants of human behavior from the perspectives of historical development, current theory and research, and applications. APS only.
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GPSY 602 - Social & Systems Foundations
3 credit(s)
Foundational knowledge of the social and systems determinants of human behavior from the perspectives of historical developent, current theory and reserach, and applications. APS only.
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GPSY 651 - Community-Based Research Methods I
4 credit(s)
The first in a three-course series, providing an overview of theories, methods, and applications of program evaluation and community consultation as tools for facilitating systemic and programmatic changes in community and clinical settings.
Prerequisite(s): GPSY 582 , GPSY 881 , OR GPSY 982 .
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GPSY 652 - Community-Based Research Methods II
3 credit(s)
The second in a three-course series, providing an overview of theories, methods, and applications of program evaluation and community consultation as tools for facilitating systemic and programmatic changes in community and clinical settings. Class covers application of program assessment and techniques of program development in collaboration with various community organizations.
Prerequisite(s): GPSY 651 .
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GPSY 653 - Community-Based Research Methods III
3 credit(s)
The third in a three-course series, introducing the principles and dynamics involved in various types of consultative relationships in community and clinical settings, with a focus on cross-cultural and ethical issues.
Prerequisite(s): GPSY 652
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GPSY 662 - Small n and Non-parametric Analyses
1-3 credit(s)
Focuses on analyses that serve as data analytic alternatives when parametric assumptions are not met and/or we obtain a small sample. We will discuss the theory and application of commonly used distribution-free test statistics that can be used when parametric assumptions are not met and appropriate analytic strategies when our sample size is small. Emphasis will be placed on the application of these statistical techniques with data from a variety of settings, especially when the setting does not allow for large samples.
Prerequisite(s): GPSY 582 , GPSY 881 , or GPSY 981 .
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GPSY 666 - Structural Equation Modeling
1-3 credit(s)
Introduces the theory and application of structural equation modeling. The goal of this course is help students build familiarity and expertise in the formulation of structural equation models and testing of models in SEM software. Topics covered will include model specification and identification, parameter and model estimation, path analysis, confirmatory factor analysis, covariance structures, and regression models. Emphasis will be placed on the application of these statistical techniques with data from a variety of settings.
Prerequisite(s): GPSY 582 , GPSY 881 , or GPSY 982 .
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GPSY 680 - Master’s Thesis
1 or 2 credit(s)
Students complete a scholarly project supervised by a faculty member. Students are expected to select a topic and seek IRB approval (if required) by the end of the first term of thesis enrollment, collect data and continue writing process during the second term, and submit and revise thesis section drafts, to be completed by the end of the third term. Students take three terms of thesis for a total of 12. Pass/No Pass.
Prerequisite(s): GPSY 582 APS only.
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GPSY 682 - Advanced Research Seminar I
3 credit(s)
The first of a two course sequence examining advanced research methodology and statistical analyses.
Prerequisite(s): GPSY 582 or GPSY 982 .
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GPSY 683 - Advanced Research Seminar II
3 credit(s)
The second in a two course sequence examining advanced research methodology and statistical analyses.
Prerequisite(s): GPSY 682 .
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GPSY 685 - Clinical Research Project
1-2 credit(s)
Students will develop and execute a research project relevant to clinical applications of psychology with the guidance and collaboration of a faculty mentor. APS only.
Prerequisite(s): GPSY 581
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GPSY 687 - Clinical Practicum
4 credit(s)
Across 3 terms of practica a minimum of 600 hours, of which approximately one half are in direct service, one fourth in supervisory and training activities, and one fourth in administrative duties related to the above. The three terms of practica are served in agencies approved by the Director of the Program in consultation with the Coordinator of Clinical Training at SGP. APS only. Pass/No Pass.
Prerequisite(s): GPSY 503 , GPSY 505 , GPSY 512 , GPSY 520 , GPSY 722 , GPSY 724
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GPSY 690 - Evidence-Based Practice Sample
2 credit(s)
Students will conduct a detailed case study of a client counseled by the student at their clinical practicum site. Students will utilize a single-subject research design. APS only.
Prerequisite(s): GPSY 581
Corequisite(s): GPSY 687
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GPSY 692 - Clinical Research Fieldwork
1 credit(s)
Supervised clinical research fieldwork by special arrangement. This experience is secondary to a Clinical Practicum placement. May occur independently of a primary placement. APS only. Pass/No Pass.
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GPSY 701 - First Year Seminar
0 credit(s)
Provides students the opportunity to meet with a faculty advisor throughout the first two terms of the PsyD program. Topics include an overview of the PsyD program requirements, professional development, adjustment to graduate school, student handbook policies, and other relevant topics. Pass/ No Pass.
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GPSY 703 - Intro to Health Service Psychology
1 credit(s)
Introduction to the application of psychological principles to clinical work within various medical settings. Students will gain an understanding of the interrelationships among behavioral, cognitive, emotional, social, and biological components in health and disease, as well as the evolving models of health care and the systems in which it occurs. PsyD only.
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GPSY 720 - Psychometrics
3 credit(s)
Psychological measurement, including strategies of test construction, reliability, validity and issues in prediction of behavior. PsyD only.
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GPSY 722 - Evidence Based Practice: Theories
3 credit(s)
Prepares students to work with diverse individuals across the lifespan from a local clinical scientist perspective. Collaborative goal setting, treatment planning, and evidence-based interventions across the lifespan are emphasized within a culturally responsive and scientific framework. Systems of intervention based in current literature and with empirical support will be reviewed.
Prerequisite(s): GPSY 512 APS and PhD only.
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GPSY 723 - Evidence Based Practice Lab
Taken together with GPSY 724 , this laboratory offers students the opportunity to practice collaborative treatment planning, outcome assessment, and evidence based intervention skills within an experiential setting. Culturally responsive and scientific approaches across the lifespan will be emphasized. Pass/No Pass.
Corequisite(s): GPSY 724 APS only.
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GPSY 724 - Evidence-Based Practice: Applied
3 credit(s)
Collaborative goal setting, treatment planning, and evidence-based interventions across the lifespan are emphasized within a culturally responsive and scientific framework. Students will practice treatment planning, outcome assessment, and intervention skills in the co-requisite laboratory GPSY 723 .
Prerequisite(s): GPSY 722 APS and PhD only.
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GPSY 725 - Basic Clinical Skills
3 credit(s)
Introduction of basic communication skills in the therapeutic relationship, including active listening, accurate empathy, establishment of rapport, non- judgmental attitude, importance of values, assertiveness, and effective interviewing. PsyD only.
Corequisite(s): GPSY 735 .
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GPSY 729 - Treatment Planning & Interventions
3 credit(s)
Treatment planning and evidence-based interventions across the lifespan; various theoretical orientations will be presented; treatment outcome studies and evidence-based treatments from childhood through older adulthood will be covered.
Prerequisite(s): GPSY 725 , and GPSY 820 PsyD only.
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GPSY 731 - Career Counseling
2 credit(s)
Evaluates theoretical underpinnings of career choice. Examines the complexities of career methods to guide clients in making choices. Exposure to career assessments and web-based resources.
Prerequisite(s): GPSY 870 .
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GPSY 734 - Trauma Theory & Practice
2 credit(s)
Current theory and practice in assessment and treatment of trauma. Topics include acute trauma, complex trauma, and PTSD.
Prerequisite(s): GPSY 820
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GPSY 735 - Basic Clinical Skills Lab
0 credit(s)
Three hours per week of skills practice. PsyD only.
Corequisite(s): GPSY 725 .
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GPSY 736 - Psychology & the Law
2 credit(s)
Provides students with a broad understanding of the interface between psychology and the law. Topics include an overview of the legal system in the United States (civil and criminal), the history of forensic psychology, therapeutic versus forensic stances, ethical guidelines for psychologists who work with the judicial system and/or mandated clients, gaining specialized training in forensic psychology, the role of expert and fact witnesses and relevant landmark legal cases, preparing for and giving testimony, responding to subpoenas, and the process of civil commitment.
Prerequisite(s): GPSY 870 .
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GPSY 740 - Advanced Clinical Skills Review
3 credit(s)
A review and appraisal of students’ clinical skills in preparation for the practicum experience including the areas of interviewing and assessment, treatment planning, intervention and documentation.
Prerequisite(s): Director of Academics permission needed to use this course in place of GPSY 725 /GPSY 735 and GPSY 729 /739 Instructor’s consent required.
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GPSY 741 - Psychopharmacology - Child
3 credit(s)
Child-focused course covering psychotropic medications, their uses and general effects. Behavioral effects of medications in common usage, drug interactions, and the impact of the use of medication on family and social systems
Prerequisite(s): GPSY 811 and GPSY 846
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GPSY 745 - Basic Clinical Skills Lab: Bilingual
1 credit(s)
Introductory course designed to increase Spanish language fluency, enhance linguistic and cultural competence and help students feel more comfortable when providing psychological and mental health services to Spanish-speaking individuals. Emphasis is on helping students develop therapeutic rapport, use cultural and linguistic metaphors, and practice culturally-relevant basic clinical skills, all in Spanish. Pass/No Pass.
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GPSY 749 - Tx Plan & Intervention Lab: Bilingual
1 credit(s)
The primary objective of this lab is to supplement the Treatment Planning & Interventions class and lab and provide bilingual (English/Spanish) students the opportunity to apply their Treatment Planning & Interventions class skills to their work with Spanish-speaking Latina/o mental health clients. Pass/No Pass.
Prerequisite(s): GPSY 512 or GPSY 725 or GPSY 903
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GPSY 750 - Health Psychology Seminar
1 credit(s)
Covers a variety of topics relevant to the study and practice of Health Psychology. Students must be a member of the Health Psychology track. Pass/No Pass.
Prerequisite(s): Instructor Consent PsyD only.
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GPSY 751 - Psych Assessment & Mgmt of Chronic Pain
3 credit(s)
Introduction to psychological methods of assessment and management of chronic pain that will examine the biopsychosocial factors that influence pain and pain behaviors. Discussion will include self-management programs and strength-based approaches to improving the day-today functioning of patients with chronic pain. Course material and evaluations will place heavy emphasis on current research and psychological methods that are not pejorative to patients with pain.
Prerequisite(s): GPSY 850 PsyD only.
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GPSY 753 - Couples Psychotherapy
3 credit(s)
Designed to introduce the student to basic principles and methodology of couples therapy, including an overview of models of couples therapy. Lectures and discussion will be integrated with demonstrations designed to illustrate and highlight the concepts being taught. Experiential learning will be part of each class, with students participating in role-plays. Particular attention will be paid to developing skills in a collaborative/phenomenological approach to working with couples.
Prerequisite(s): GPSY 870 .
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GPSY 761 - Neuropsychology: Neurological Disorders
3 credit(s)
Covers the etiology of various neuropsychological conditions. For each condition, the course will consider neuropathology, neuropsychological profile, deficits, and impariments, the neurological and neuropsychological course, as well as medical, pharmacological, and neuropsychological treatment.
Prerequisite(s): GPSY 811 , GPSY 824 .
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GPSY 762 - Neuropsychology: Psychiatric Disorders
3 credit(s)
Covers the neuropsychological functioning of neuropsychiatric disorders. For each disorder, the course will consider neuropathology, neuropsychological profile, deficits, and impariments, the neurological and neuropsychological course, as well as medical, pharmacological, and neuropsychological treatment.
Prerequisite(s): GPSY 811 and GPSY 824 .
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GPSY 763 - Neuropsychology: Medical Disorders
3 credit(s)
Covers the neuropsychological functioning of medical conditions. For each of these there will be a brief consideration of the medical pathology and how it produces secondary neuropathology.
Prerequisite(s): GPSY 811 and GPSY 824 .
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GPSY 764 - Neuropsychological Seminar
3 credit(s)
A variety of topics covered, such as ethical and professional considerations, rehabilitation, and consultation.
Prerequisite(s): GPSY 811 , GPSY 824 .
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GPSY 775 - Professional Communication
3 credit(s)
Coverage of use of various formulas of professional communication, including electronic forms, letters, reports, etc., and APA style, scholarly writing, manuscript and report preparation, and presentation skills. PsyD only.
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GPSY 780 - Master’s Thesis
1-2 credit(s)
Students complete a scholarly project supervised by a faculty member. Students are expected to select a topic and submit a proposal by the end of the first term of thesis enrollment, submit and revise thesis section drafts during the second term, and complete and defend the thesis by the end of the third term. Students generally take three terms of thesis for a total of 6. Pass/No Pass.
Prerequisite(s): GPSY 775 , GPSY 870 , GPSY 880 , and GPSY 881 .
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GPSY 786 - Neuropsychological Assessment Practicum
3 credit(s)
Supervised clinical assessment experience, specifically conducting Neurpsychological assessments. Open to current PsyD Neuropsychology Track students only.
Prerequisite(s): GPSY 824 , GPSY 834 ;PsyD Only; Instructor Consent.
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GPSY 787 - Pre-Practicum
3 credit(s)
An introduction and orientation to clinical practice, policies, procedures, standards, and documentation. Also included are required trainings for practica. Pass/No Pass.
Prerequisite(s): GPSY 725 , GPSY 820 and GPSY 821 OR GPSY 903 , GPSY 904 and GPSY 921
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GPSY 791 - Clinical Fieldwork: Part-Time
2 credit(s)
Supervised clinical fieldwork (1 day per week on average) by special arrangement. This experience is secondary to a Practicum I, Practicum II, or Full-time Clinical Fieldwork placement. May occur independently from a primary/full-time placement.
Prerequisite(s): 6 credits of GPSY 887 or GPSY 786 with minimum grade B. PsyD and PhD students only.
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GPSY 792 - Clinical Research Fieldwork
1 credit(s)
Supervised clinical research fieldwork by special arrangement. This experience is secondary to a Practicum I, Practicum II, or Primary Clinical Fieldwork placement. May occur independently of a primary placement. Enrollment limited to PsyD.
Prerequisite(s): Instructor’s Consent required.
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GPSY 800 - History and Systems
3 credit(s)
A review of the history and systems of psychology, including philosophy of science and contemporary models of applied psychological science.
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GPSY 802 - Advanced Life Span Psychology
3 credit(s)
Overview of theories and research in life-span development. Principles and determinants of development from conception to death, including sensory-motor, cognitive, social, emotional aspects.
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GPSY 807 - Cognitive/Affective Bases of Behavior
3 credit(s)
This course is designed to provide a foundation for understanding the cognitive determinants of human behavior and the relationship between thinking and feeling. Areas of focus will include theories and research in information processing, attention, memory, reasoning and decision making, and the unique role of affect in each.
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GPSY 808 - Eating D/o, Obesity & Weight Stigma
3 credit(s)
Research, theory, assessment, intervention, and contemporary issues related to the topics of eating disorders,obesity, and weight stigma. There will be an emphasis on application to clinical practice, as well as consideration of diversity issues (including, but not limited to, a focus on body positive approaches and ways to reduce obesity stigma) and integrated healthcare throughout the course.
Prerequisite(s): GPSY 814 , GPSY 819 .
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GPSY 809 - Pediatric Psychology
3 credit(s)
Emphasizes the many facets of pediatric psychology, including basic research, consultation, clinical intervention, and health promotion with pediatric populations. In addition, the course will discuss psychosocial aspects of children’s health, and the general practice of pediatric psychology.
Prerequisite(s): GPSY 817 and GPSY 846 PsyD only.
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GPSY 811 - Biological Bases of Behavior
3 credit(s)
Biological aspects of human behavior, including affect and motivation, from the perspectives of historical development, current theory and research, and applications.
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GPSY 813 - Indiv/Social Bases of Behavior
3 credit(s)
Human behavior as reciprocal relations between the person and the social environment, from the perspectives of historical development, current theory and research, and applications.
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GPSY 814 - Human Diversity
3 credit(s)
Presents a framework for a psychology of human diversity, then considers philosophical and paradigmatic principles and applications to practice and research. Human diversity is defined broadly, to include sexual orientation, gender, race/ethnicity, age, disability, and other sources of diversity.
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GPSY 815 - Psychology of Gender
3 credit(s)
Gender differences in development. Effects of sex role and power role and power on clinical training and practice.
Prerequisite(s): GPSY 814 and GPSY 819 .
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GPSY 817 - Child & Adolescent Interventions
3 credit(s)
Examines the major schools of therapy, with consideration of life span development, human diversity, and a variety of special populations. Examines contemporary interventions with children and families. Short term, long term, and intermittent approaches are considered in the context of accountability.
Prerequisite(s): GPSY 725 and GPSY 846 .
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GPSY 818 - Group Interventions
3 credit(s)
Examines contemporary group interventions with adults. Short term, long term, and intermittent approaches are considered in the context of accountability.
Prerequisite(s): GPSY 725 and GPSY 820
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GPSY 819 - Diversity Skill Integration
1 credit(s)
Three hours per week of skills practice, consciousness raising and community participation. Pass/No Pass.
Prerequisite(s): 4 of GPSY 887 .
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GPSY 820 - Psychopathology & Diagnostic Process
3 credit(s)
Selected clinical problems and diagnostic categories in research and practice. Problems and issues in diagnostic classification using the current official nomenclature.
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GPSY 821 - Cognitive Assessment
3 credit(s)
Preparatory course in clinical assessment with emphasis on theory, administration, scoring and interpretation. Demonstration, practice, and test report writing.
Prerequisite(s): GPSY 720 GPSY 833 Enrollment limited to PsyD only.
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GPSY 822 - Personality Assessment
3 credit(s)
Development and theory of objective personality tests. Emphasis on MMPI-2 and PAI interpretation, with example cases, practice profiles and test report writing.
Prerequisite(s): GPSY 720 and GPSY 821 Enrollment limited to PsyD only.
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GPSY 823 - Projective Assessment
3 credit(s)
Theory, administration, scoring, and interpretation of Rorschach Inkblot Test using the Rorschach Performance Assessment System (R-PAS). Examples and practice, report writing. Emphasis on competence in Rorschach administration, coding, scoring, and interpretation.
Prerequisite(s): GPSY 720 , GPSY 821 , and GPSY 822 .
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GPSY 824 - Neuropsychological Assessment
3 credit(s)
Discussion of central nervous system disorders. Demonstration and practice in the administration, scoring and interpretation of tests of central nervous system functions. Emphasis on preparation of comprehensive psychological reports.
Prerequisite(s): GPSY 720 , GPSY 811 , GPSY 821 OR GPSY 811 , GPSY 921 , GPSY 922 GPSY 834 Enrollment limited to PsyD and PhD students.
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GPSY 825 - Psychodynamic Psychotherapy
3 credit(s)
Theory and practice of psychodynamic therapy approaches, emphasizing psychoanalysis. Historical development and contemporary applications. Discussion of case material and dynamic process techniques.
Prerequisite(s): GPSY 729 , GPSY 722 , or GPSY 724 .
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GPSY 826 - Cognitive Behavior Therapy
2 credit(s)
Survey of theory and practice. Behavioral assessment and treatment of a variety of common clinical problems. Emphasis on more recent cognitive behavior therapy approaches.
Prerequisite(s): GPSY 729 and GPSY 739.
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GPSY 829 - LGBT Psychotherapy
3 credit(s)
This course examines the biological, social, and cultural foundations of gender, gender identity, gender role, and sexual orientation; the impact of prejudice, heterosexism, and homophobia; and the relevant diagnostic and mental health issues involved with sexual minorities.
Prerequisite(s): GPSY 819 .
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GPSY 830 - Cross-Cultural Psychology
3 credit(s)
Cross-cultural competence, services and service- delivery to underserved and minority populations, including Asian Americans, African Americans, Hispanic Americans and Native American Indians. Examines the use of traditional therapies and explores the importance of religion and spirituality in a therapeutic context.
Prerequisite(s): GPSY 819 .
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GPSY 831 - Clinical Supervision
3 credit(s)
Systems involved in supervision and their influences upon the supervisory relationship; various modes and styles of clinical supervision; and issues in the theory, practice and research of clinical supervision.
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GPSY 832 - Multicultural Assessment
3 credit(s)
Discussion of psychopathology and neuropsychological assessment of diverse groups, including ethnicity minorities, non-English speaking clients, and individuals with motor or perceptual disabilities. Demonstration and practice in administration, scoring, and interpretation of tests of psychopathology and cognitive functioning. Emphasis on the communication and application of findings, with particular emphasis on the expression and meaning of disorders across cultures.
Prerequisite(s): GPSY 819 and GPSY 822 .
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GPSY 833 - Assessment Lab
0 credit(s)
Three hours per week of administration and scoring practice. Pass/No Pass.
Prerequisite(s): GPSY 720 .
Corequisite(s): GPSY 821 .
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GPSY 834 - Neuropsychological Assessment Lab
Administration and scoring of a neuropsychological test battery is demonstrated in weekly lab sessions during the first four weeks of the term. For the remainder of the term, students administer two complete neuropsychological test batteries to volunteers and score them. These test protocols are submitted to and reviewed by the teaching assistant who provides feedback about test administration and scoring. Pass/No Pass.
Corequisite(s): GPSY 824 .
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GPSY 835 - Juvenile Forensic Psychology
3 credit(s)
This course will provide the student with an overview of juvenile forensic psychology. The major emphasis will be on discussing various psychological evaluations for the legal system, including child custody, child abuse/neglect matters, and juvenile evaluations. In addition, the course will discuss testifying and ethical issues related to forensic work.
Prerequisite(s): GPSY 736 .
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GPSY 836 - Adult Forensic Psychology
3 credit(s)
Major areas in criminal and civil law are reviewed. Special topics within each domain that involve psychological decision making explored (e.g., insanity, dangerousness, psychological injury). Professional practice issues addressed.
Prerequisite(s): GPSY 736 .
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GPSY 840 - Correctional Psychology
2 credit(s)
The purpose of this course is to provide a framework for understanding practicing clinical psychology in a correctional setting and guidance to how to manage the ethical and legal-clinical conflicts inherent in these systems. Further, the course will review core areas in correctional psychology related to complex psychopathology, treatment modalities, and populations likely to be encountered. Students will become versed in the varied issues facing psychologists working in correctional psychology in order to better serve and study within this environment.
Prerequisite(s): GPSY 736 .
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GPSY 841 - Assessment of Children
3 credit(s)
Overview of major disorders of childhood and of assessment techniques, including evaluation methods for cognitive, personality, and adaptive functioning.
Prerequisite(s): GPSY 820 , and GPSY 822 or GPSY 922 PsyD and PhD only.
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GPSY 843 - Human Sexuality and Clinical Issues
3 credit(s)
Clinical issues in sexual behavior: emphasis on contemporary issues, assessment and treatment of sexual dysfunction and disorder, and inclusion of client sexuality in clinical practice.
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GPSY 845 - Family Therapy
3 credit(s)
Exploration of contemporary approaches to understanding and working with family problems, including communication, systems theory and structural methods.
Prerequisite(s): GPSY 817 and GPSY 820 APS and PsyD only.
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GPSY 846 - Child Psychopathology & Interviewing
3 credit(s)
Overview of the major theories and current research related to the development of psychological disorders of childhood and adolescence. Applied basic interviewing skills to the diagnostic process with children and adolescents.
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GPSY 847 - Substance Use - Lifespan
3 credit(s)
Current theory and practice in assessment and treatment of chemical dependency. Topics include acute and chronic drug effects, relapse prevention, effects of chemical dependency on the family system, and denial and developmental arrest as core features of chemical dependency.
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GPSY 848 - Sociocultural Foundations Latina/o MH
3 credit(s)
The purpose of this course is to help students increase their understanding of the Latino community. This course covers the social context, culture, and history of Latino communities living in the U.S. Emphasis is on Latino values, approaches to health and wellness, the interconnection of family, extended family, and community, and the essential role spirituality and Latino specific healing play in Latino mental health. This knowledge base will then contribute to the development of solid foundation for working with the Latino community in practicum training settings, research experiences, community-based practices, and further study in Latino clinical psychology.
Prerequisite(s): GPSY 820 .
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GPSY 849 - Clinical Interventions with Latina/os
3 credit(s)
This course is designed to provide students with a foundation for their professional work with the Latino community as a clinical psychologist. The class will focus on increasing theoretical knowledge about Latino psychology and applying this knowledge to clinical practice. This class will help students develop skills to work from a culturally-informed model with the Latino community through developing cross-cultural counseling skills, addressing cultural diversity and values, and providing specific evidence based practices to address commonly presented issues in outpatient mental health settings and integrated health care settings. It will also help increase students’ self-awareness of personal values and biases.
Prerequisite(s): GPSY 820 .
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GPSY 850 - Health Psychology
3 credit(s)
Theory and practice of working with medical disabilities and in medical service settings.
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GPSY 851 - Psychopharmacology - Lifespan
3 credit(s)
Psychotropic medications, their uses and general effects. Behavioral effects of medications in common usage, drug interactions, and the psychological impact of the use of medication in a therapeutic setting.
Prerequisite(s): GPSY 811 and GPSY 820 .
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GPSY 853 - Mindfulness-Based Interventions
3 credit(s)
An introduction to the concept of mindfulness meditation, its historical context, its contemporary scientific status, and application of mindfulness practices in clinical interventions.
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GPSY 855 - Gestalt Therapy
3 credit(s)
Theory and practical application of Gestalt therapy. Practical demonstrations and role playing.
Prerequisite(s): GPSY 820 .
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GPSY 858 - Brief Psychotherapies
3 credit(s)
History and development of brief therapy approaches. Emphasis on techniques, selection criteria, outcome evaluation, and issues in time-limited treatment.
Prerequisite(s): GPSY 729 and GPSY 739.
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GPSY 859 - Holistic Theory & Practice
1 credit(s)
This course overviews integral psychology and yoga philosophy as foundational theories to guide holistic clinical conceptualization and practice for psychologists in health service settings. It reviews conceptualizations as grounded in comprehensive, culturally competent diagnosis, etiology, prognosis, and treatment plans, each adapted to the unique individual and collective circumstances of the client or community of interest. Clinical practices are selected or developed to acknowledge that clients or communities are complex organisms with individual and collective subjective experiences and objective realities that combine to influence developmental trajectories, physical and biological realties, social structures and expectation, relational choices and priorities, and values-based meaning. Instructor’s consent required. Pass/No Pass.
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GPSY 863 - Program Evaluation
3 credit(s)
Program evaluation strategies and techniques. Needs assessment, goal clarification, outcome and activity evaluation; management information systems, accountability. Applied student projects.
Prerequisite(s): GPSY 582 , GPSY 881 , or GPSY 981 .
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GPSY 864 - Dissertation Seminar I
2 credit(s)
Students will be guided through the beginning of the research process as they begin to formulate research questions that will be the basis of their dissertation proposals. Students will work with their dissertation advisors as they identify a problem or phenomena of interest, begin an initial review of the literature, locate gaps in prior research, and start to formulate research goals and hypotheses.
Prerequisite(s): GPSY 581 or GPSY 881 , GPSY 775 . PsyD only.
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GPSY 865 - Dissertation Seminar II
2 credit(s)
Students will continue to develop and refine their research goals and hypotheses as they complete their dissertation proposals. Students will work with their dissertation advisors as they develop the literature review for their investigations, describe the methodologies necessary, and identify the analysis strategies for their projects.
Prerequisite(s): GPSY 864 PsyD only.
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GPSY 866 - Dissertation Seminar III
2 credit(s)
Students will complete and obtain final approval from their dissertation advisors of their literature review, proposed methodology, and proposed analysis strategy. Further, students must pass an oral defense of their dissertation proposals. After the successful defense of their proposals, students will work with their dissertation advisors to make arrangements to begin their investigations, which may require obtaining approval from the Institutional Review Board before data collection may begin.
Prerequisite(s): GPSY 865 Instructor’s Consent required PsyD only.
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GPSY 867 - Dissertation Seminar IV
2 credit(s)
Students will begin the data collection process only after substantiating that approval (or exemption) from the Institutional Review Board has been obtained. Students will work with their dissertation advisors to effectively manage the data that are collected, as well as analyze the data to answer their proposed research questions. Students will also continue developing the written dissertation, which may include adding to and refining the literature review; editing the method section to reflect the characteristics of the obtained sample as well as be in the past tense; and begin writing the results section.
Prerequisite(s): GPSY 866 .
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GPSY 868 - Dissertation Seminar V
2 credit(s)
Students will complete data collection, data analyses, and with guidance from their dissertation advisors they will begin to make interpretations and inferences based on their data. Students will continue to write and make edits to their dissertation , while also finishing the results and discussion sections. If applicable, student must receive IRB approval prior to enrollment.
Prerequisite(s): GPSY 867 , Instructor Consent, PsyD only.
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GPSY 869 - Dissertation Seminar VI
2 credit(s)
Students will complete and obtain final approval from their dissertation advisors of their literature review, method, results, and discussion sections. Further, students must pass an oral defense of their dissertation research, which is open to members of the community to attend. After the successful defense of their projects, students will work with their dissertation advisors to make arrangements to disseminate the research findings (e.g., presentation, publication, etc.).
Prerequisite(s): GPSY 868 and instructor consent PsyD only.
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GPSY 870 - Ethics & Professionalism
3 credit(s)
Emphasis on knowledge of APA Ethical Principles: standards of professional practice and state mental health statutes and application to case examples. Awareness of social, political and professional issues currently affecting professional practice and implications for the future.
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GPSY 873 - Supervision Practicum
1 credit(s)
Supervised experience in practicing supervision skills. Pass/No Pass.
Prerequisite(s): GPSY 888 PhD only.
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GPSY 876 - Business of Psychology
3 credit(s)
Covers the basic financial, business, and legal issues surrounding practice as a psychologist; including financial management, legal forms of organization (proprietor, partnerships, corporation), planning, budgeting, and organizing, information management, quality control, contract negotiation and credentialing, third party systems and managed care. The variety of roles and venues of practice are considered including private and group practice, public and private agencies, and institutions.
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GPSY 879 - Professional Roles
3 credit(s)
This course provides an overview of, and opportunity to practice and integrate, selected core competencies for doctoral level professional psychologists. Emphasis will be on leadership/management, consultation, education, clinical supervision, and other aspects of professional development.
Prerequisite(s): 8 of GPSY 888 PsyD only.
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GPSY 880 - Statistics & Research Design I
3 credit(s)
This two-course series follows the logical progression of a research project, from hypothesis development, experimental design, to statistical methodology, including univariate and multivariate statistics. Students will gain experience using computer applications to analyze data, as well as writing up APA style results. The class also focuses on ethical issues that arise during the research process, as well as incorporating diversity perspectives into research methodology.
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GPSY 881 - Statistics & Research Design II
3 credit(s)
This two-course series follows the logical progression of a research project, from hypothesis development, experimental design, to statistical methodology, including univariate and multivariate statistics. Students will gain experience using computer applications to analyze data, as well as writing up APA style results. The class also focuses on ethical issues that arise during the research process, as well as incorporating diversity perspectives into research methodology.
Prerequisite(s): GPSY 880
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GPSY 882 - Dissertation
1 or 3 credit(s)
Examination of a professional problem by means of literature search, conceptualization, use of data and written exposition, including a variety of methods. Students generally take 4 terms of 3 each, for a total of 12. Pass/No Pass.
Prerequisite(s): GPSY 775 .
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