Course Description

Instructor: Terry Bordan, EdD, LPC, LMHC, NCC

In this course, the student will receive an introduction to the world of psychology and how its concepts help us to better understand ourselves and others. The course will survey topics including: history of psychology; the influence of multiculturalism, gender, sexual orientation; conscious and unconscious processes; sleep/dreams; anger, stress, and health; personality; grief and loss; specific disorders and treatments; and an overview of psychotherapy, including solution focused brief therapy. In addition, there will be experiential activities that facilitate the development of effective life skills.