SWK 619 - Clinical Social Work Practice and Theory-Psychodynamic Beginnings

Credit Hours: 3

A historical overview of mental health theories and their evolution, beginning with Freud’s psychodynamic approach. Covers Ego Psychology, Object Relations, Self-Psychology, and Relational and Intersubjective Theories. Each will be viewed through the lens of major contributors to the theory, basic theoretical principles, goals, interventions, research findings and limitations. Integrates practice methods and case studies with social work values and ethics.

Prerequisite: SWK 618
Location:
Online, Virtual Classroom