Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences · Psychology (English) · Undergraduate
Course Objective
The aim of this course is to introduce students to the major theories and approaches of psychotherapy and to develop their understanding of the theoretical foundations, basic concepts, and therapeutic processes associated with each approach. The course also aims to help students compare different psychotherapy models and gain practical insight into how therapeutic techniques and interventions are applied in clinical practice.
Course Content
The course covers major psychotherapy theories and their clinical applications, including psychoanalysis, Adlerian psychotherapy, analytical psychotherapy, client-centered therapy, Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT), and ego psychology. Particular emphasis is placed on the basic assumptions, therapeutic processes, techniques, and practical tools of each approach. The course also includes practice-oriented sessions and an integrative workshop designed to help students compare and integrate different therapeutic perspectives.
Required Resources
Corsini, R. J., & Wedding, D. (2010). Current psychotherapies (9th ed.). Brooks Cole.
Explanations
Meaningful contribution (thoughtful, relevant, critical comments) to class discussions is expected. While being an active participant in class is at the students' discretion, active participation in class is recommended for reinforcing the topics covered.
Rules
Students are required to be present in the classroom during class hours. Students who are not present in the classroom when attendance is taken will be marked as 'ABSENT' for that hour on the attendance form. Students arriving late at class after attendance has been taken will not be able to sign for the time they missed.
According to school policy, students must attend a minimum of 70% of the classes. Students have a 30% allowance for absences due to illness and compelling personal circumstances. Students with attendance below 70% will not be allowed to take the final and makeup exams.
For further details, please refer to the Education Regulations for Undergraduate Programs (Turkish: https://www.izu.edu.tr/ogrenci/kayit-kabul/mevzuat/yonetmelikler/lisans-egitim-ve-ogretim-yonetmeligi & English: https://www.izu.edu.tr/en/students/enrollment-and-admission/instruction-regulations/regulations/istanbul-sabahattin-zaim-university-undergraduate-education-and-teaching-regulation).
Course Learning Outcomes
- Integrate therapeutic tools into practice through role-playing, case studies, and clinical exercises.
- Evaluate the cultural, ethical, and professional considerations in psychotherapy.
- Demonstrate the ability to critically analyze psychotherapy research and its applications.
- Describe the theoretical foundations, assumptions, and goals of major psychotherapy models.
- Identify and apply the basic techniques associated with each therapeutic approach
- Compare and contrast different theories of psychotherapy in terms of strengths and limitations.
Core Area Distribution
Teaching Methods
Assessment & Evaluation
ECTS / Workload
| Activity | Quantity | Duration (h) | Total Workload |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course Duration (Including Exam Week) | 16 | 3 | 48 |
| Out of Class Study Period | 16 | 3 | 48 |
| Midterm | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Quiz | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Assignment | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Practice | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Final | 1 | 1 | 1 |
Course Schedule
| Week | Subject | Preparation |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction to Psychotherapy Theories | Textbook/Lecture Notes |
| 2 | Psychoanalysis | Textbook/Lecture Notes |
| 3 | Psychoanalysis – Practice and Therapy Tools | Textbook/Lecture Notes |
| 4 | Adlerian Psychotherapy | Textbook/Lecture Notes |
| 5 | Adlerian Psychotherapy – Practice and Therapy Tools | Textbook/Lecture Notes |
| 6 | Analytical Psychotherapy | Textbook/Lecture Notes |
| 7 | Analytical Psychotherapy – Practice and Therapy Tools | Textbook/Lecture Notes |
| 8 | Exam | Exam |
| 9 | Client-Centered Therapy | Textbook/Lecture Notes |
| 10 | Client-Centered Therapy – Practice and Therapy Tools | Textbook/Lecture Notes |
| 11 | Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT) | Textbook/Lecture Notes |
| 12 | REBT – Practice and Therapy Tools | Textbook/Lecture Notes |
| 13 | Ego Psychology | Textbook/Lecture Notes |
| 14 | Ego Psychology – Practice and Therapy Tools | Textbook/Lecture Notes |
| 15 | Practice Workshop: Integration of Therapy Models | Textbook/Lecture Notes |
| 16 | Exam | Exam |