Each 2 credit PSY-629 course consists of 4 sequential terms over a two-year period taken during a student's clinical practicum experience. The primary goals of PSY-629 are a) to provide depth exposure to one broad clinical theoretical orientation, including theoretical understanding, applied skill development, and related research and b) to provide ongoing case consultation and supervision linked to the training the students are concurrently receiving at their practicum sites. PSY-629B focuses on developing a strong knowledge base in cognitive and behavioral theories and therapies and relevant research. Emphasis will be placed on the application of these theories and therapies to clinical disorders.

629B1 focuses on CBT case conceptualization, structuring the therapy session, developing a collaborative relationship with the patient, and basic behavioral and cognitive interventions.