An overview of psychological theory that provides the basis for professional counselling and psychotherapy, as well as hands-on exercises to illustrate the core components of the helping relationship. Topics include major theoretical systems and their associated strategies; various processes and techniques of therapeutic counselling; outcome measurement and evidencebased practice; ethics and professional issues.

Antirequisite(s): Psychology 3371F/G, Psychology 3991F/G taken at Brescia prior to 2020 – 2021.

Prerequisites: At least 0.5 Psychology course in Research Methods at the 2000 level or above and registration in third or fourth year of a Major, Specialization, or Honours Specialization in Psychology module.

Extra Information: 3 lecture hours.