School Of Social Sciences And PsychologyPsychological Interventions 1Western Sydney University Unit Code: 101213.3
Discipline: PSYCHOLOGY
Student Contribution Band: 1
Level: 7
Credit Points: 10
Equivalent Units
B7637 - Psychological Interventions 1, 101215 - Cognitive Behaviour Therapy: Theory and Practice
Unit Enrolment Restrictions
Students must be enrolled in 1546 Master of Psychology (Clinical Psychology) or 1812 - Master of Clinical Psychology
About this Unit
This unit provides an introduction to the theory and practice of Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT). It provides basic instruction in case formulation and the development of treatment plans and interventions for specific psychological disorders. A widely used and evidence-based form of therapy, CBT is an important tool for psychologists working in diverse settings. The unit is designed to describe the theoretical and historical foundations of CBT, develop foundational skills in CBT assessment and therapeutic interventions, evaluate the effectiveness of CBT across a number of psychological problems in diverse clinical contexts, and provide an update of recent developments as they apply to clinical practice.