Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of the course, the student will:
1. Have an in-depth knowledge of the cognitive model for the conceptualization and treatment of psychological difficulties.
2. Have an in-depth knowledge of the Schema therapy model for the conceptualization and treatment of psychological difficulties.
3. be able to use the models for the conceptualization of actual cases.
4. be able to use the models for planning and implementing the treatment of actual cases.
5. will know the limitations of each model.
Course Content (Syllabus)
First, the students will familiarize themselves with the theoretical background of both models. Second, they will learn to apply that knowledge for the conceptualization of cases. Finally, they will familiarize themselves with the basic techniques developed by the two models (primarily cognitive).
Course Bibliography (Eudoxus)
Young, J.E., Klosko, J.S., & Weishaar, M.E. (2003). Schema therapy: A practitioner’s guide. NY: Guilford Press.
Persons, J.B., Davidson, J., & Tompkins, M.A. (2001). Essential components of cognitive-behavior therapy for depression. Ch. 1, 2, 3, 5, & 7. Washington, DC: American Psychological Association.
Leahy, R.L. (2001). Overcoming resistance in cognitive therapy. NY: Guilford Press.
Beck, J.S. (2005). Cognitive therapy for challenging problems. NY: Guilford Press.
Beck, J.S. (2nd Ed.) (2011). Cognitive Behavior Therapy: Basics and Beyond. NY: Guilford Press.
Additional bibliography for study
Young, J.E., Klosko, J.S., & Weishaar, M.E. (2003). Schema therapy: A practitioner’s guide. NY: Guilford Press.
Persons, J.B., Davidson, J., & Tompkins, M.A. (2001). Essential components of cognitive-behavior therapy for depression. Ch. 1, 2, 3, 5, & 7. Washington, DC: American Psychological Association.
Leahy, R.L. (2001). Overcoming resistance in cognitive therapy. NY: Guilford Press.
Beck, J.S. (2005). Cognitive therapy for challenging problems. NY: Guilford Press.
Beck, J.S. (2nd Ed.) (2011). Cognitive Behavior Therapy: Basics and Beyond. NY: Guilford Press.