Learning Partnerships, Unit Catalogue 2008/09 |
AS10013 Interpersonal group therapy |
| Credits: 6 |
| Level: Certificate |
| Semester: 2 at Action on Addiction |
| Assessment: ES 50%, PF 50% |
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Aims: This Unit aims to:
* Introduce the student to Yalom's model of Interpersonal Group Therapy. * Compare this model with other group approaches and review evidence supporting it. * Show the applicability of this model to addictions treatment. * Teach the basic tasks of group facilitation. Learning Outcomes: At the end of this Unit, students will be able to: * Describe the relevance of interpersonal learning in addictions treatment * Describe the theoretical and practical aspects of Yalom's model of group therapy * Evaluate key evidence supporting the use of group therapy in addictions treatment * Understand the modifications needed to use the model effectively with addicted clients * Demonstrate the skills of a group facilitator * Apply these skills to help a group of clients perform its group task. Skills: * Analysing how theoretical concepts can be applied to the clinical setting * The use of appropriate counselling skills for this client group * Show awareness of interpersonal dynamics * Transfer knowledge and skills across different settings * Reflect on own performance and respond positively to feedback * Essay research, preparation and writing. Content: This unit is concerned with: * An Introduction to Yalom's model * Tasks of the facilitator in Yalom's model * Basic facilitation skills * Modifications for addictions treatment. |