PSY 653 - Therapeutic Applications Within Specialized Settings

This course is designed to provide the student with increased understanding of the various challenges confronting clients affected by issues including but not limited to; aging, grief, military service, disabilities, unemployment, trauma, natural disaster, marital discord, abuse, and end of life decisions. Students will consider the role of community and community resources.  Students will also become knowledgeable of current research on the role of race/ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, and social class on the counseling relationship.