This course has an assignment that is due by 11:55 pm Central Standard Time on Wednesday night of the first week of class. Failure to complete this assignment will result in your removal from the course for non-participation.

A study of basic theories and methods of counseling and psychotherapy,including: behavioral, cognitive, and humanistic approaches to counseling,client analysis, and interviewing techniques. Emphasizes goals,responsibilities, and ethical problems in the counseling relationship.Cross-listed with SO351.

• To expose the student to the challenges of balancing the roles of counselor and individual. (Common Core Competencies II. 12, 13, 15)
• To present an overview of current ethical and professional issues facing counseling professionals.  (Common Core Competencies II. 12, 13, 15)  
  
• To provide an overview of the major counseling theories, including their similarities and differences. (Common Core Competencies II. 12, 13, 15)
• To teach students how to select from the various theories and techniques, and help them to develop their own personal style of counseling.  (Common Core Competencies II. 12, 13, 15, 18)