Use of effective counseling skills enables counselors to communicate with clients effectively, deal with client resistance, and develop enhanced therapeutic relationships. The focus of this three-day workshop is on building productive and results-oriented counseling skills. Participants gain an understanding of the terms associated with basic and advanced counseling characteristics and the components of each, the phases of a counseling session, the limits of confidentiality, and the types of feedback and application of each. In addition, participants have the opportunity to practice counseling at both levels.
Other Credits: BRN, BBS (MFT & LCSW): 18 CE Hrs.
Note: Required for the Certificate in Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counseling. To receive credit toward CCAPP certification, enroll for a letter grade.
NOTE: The spring 2023 section of Basic and Advanced Counseling Skills will run on three (3) consecutive Saturdays, April 1, April 8, & April 15, via live Zoom remote, 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM (PST). Students must have a Zoom account to participate.
Course Number: PSY-40374
Credit: 1.00 unit(s)
Related Certificate Programs: Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counseling
There are no sections of this course currently scheduled. Please contact the Healthcare & Behavioral Sciences department at 858-534-9262 or unexhealthcare@ucsd.edu for information about when this course will be offered again.