Information Package

Program of Psychology (English 30%)

PSİ450

INTRODUCTION TO COGNITIVE-BEHAVIORAL THERAPIES

Course Code
PSİ450
Semester
-
Theory+Practice
3 + 0
ECTS
6
Course TypeElective Course
Course LevelBachelor's Degree
Year of Study-
Semester-
ECTS6
Name of Lecturer(s) -
Learning Outcomes

At the end of this course, the students;

  1. Informed about the basic characteristics, the historical developments and current status of the cognitive-behavioral therapies.
  2. Explain the importance of the therapeutic relationship, evaluation, and formulation.
  3. Identify the cognitive and behavioral techniques used in the course of the therapy.
  4. Interpret how to evaluate the effectiveness of these therapies.
  5. Criticize the research findings related to the effectiveness of cognitive-behavioral therapies.
Mode of DeliveryFace to face
PrerequisitesNo
Recommended Optional Programme ComponentsNone
Course DescriptionIn this course the different types of cognitive-behavioral therapies will be introduced within the context of their historical development, their similarities and differences, and their explanations for different psychological disorders. The course will also include the introduction of a prototype cognitive therapy, the basic concepts like automatic thoughts, schemas, dysfunctional attitudes, cognitive distortions, etc., the different stages, and the different therapy techniques.
Course Contents
WEEK TOPICS
1st Week Introduction
2nd Week History of Cognitive Behavioral Therapies
3rd Week Principles of Cognitive Behavioral Therapies
4th Week Cognitive Structures in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy I
5th Week Cognitive Structures in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy II
6th Week Assessment and Case Formulation in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
7th Week Assessment and Case Formulation in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
8th Week Mid-Term Exam
9th Week Techniques and Interventions in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy I
10th Week Techniques and Interventions in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy II
11th Week Techniques and Interventions in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy III
12th Week Cognitive Behavioral Therapies in Specific Psychopathologies
13th Week Cognitive Behavioral Therapies in Specific Psychopathologies
14th Week Cognitive Behavioral Therapies in Specific Psychopathologies
15th Week General Evaluation and Review
Recommended or Required ReadingBeck, J. S. (2011). Cognitive behavior therapy: Basics and beyond (2nd Ed). NY: Guilford Publications

Westbrook, D., Kennerley, H., & Kirk, J. (2011). An introduction to cognitive- behavior therapy: Skills and applications. Washington DC: Sage Publications.
Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
  • Lecture
  • Questions/Answers
  • Other
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Quantity Percentage (%)
Mid-term 1 40
Assignment 1 5
Total(%) 45
Contribution of In-term Studies to Overall Grade(%) 45
Contribution of Final Examination to Overall Grade(%) 55
Total(%) 100
ECTS Allocated Based on Student Workload
Activities Quantity Duration (Hour) Total Workload (Hour)
Midterm exam 1 1 1
Preparation for Quiz
Individual or group work 14 4 56
Preparation for Final exam 1 35 35
Course hours 15 3 45
Preparation for Midterm exam 1 30 30
Laboratory (including preparation)
Final exam 1 1 1
Homework 1 12 12
Total Work Load180
Total Work Load / 30 (h)6
ECTS Credit of the Course6
Language of InstructionTurkish
Work Placement(s)No
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