GORDON-CONWELL THEOLOGICAL SEMINARY CO 616 COGNITIVE THERAPY. Dr. Pablo Polischuk Fall Semester 2011 Tuesdays and Thursdays 10:45-12:15 p.m.

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1 COURSE OBJECTIVES GORDON-CONWELL THEOLOGICAL SEMINARY CO 616 COGNITIVE THERAPY Dr. Pablo Polischuk Fall Semester 2011 Tuesdays and Thursdays 10:45-12:15 p.m. The objectives of this course are that the students will: 1. Explore major theories in cognitive psychology. Attention to cognitive structures, processes and events will be focused as to develop a comprehensive understanding of the field. 2. Explore ways in which theory is applicable to clinical practice. Models of service delivery based upon cognitive theory will serve as paradigms for intervention in special or specific situations/ populations/ syndromes. 3. Attempt to integrate in a wholesome fashion emotional and spiritual issues, aspects and functioning to the cognitive approaches. COURSE FORMAT As customary in graduate-level courses, it is expected that the student will participate in an interactive fashion as to allow for the optimization of contingencies leading to learning. 1. The class will meet for three hours weekly. 2. Lectures, discussion and exploration of issues in mutual fashion will focus upon subject matter and its practical application in the field of psychotherapy/ counseling. COURSE REQUIREMENTS 1. Textbooks Sternberg, Robert J. (2011) Cognitive Psychology. 6 th Edition. Belmont, CA: Wadsworth Publishing. ISBN # Beck, J. S. (2011). Cognitive Behavior Therapy: Basics and Beyond. 2 nd Edition. New York: ISBN # Recommended: Beck, J. S. (2011). Cognitive therapy for challenging problems: What to do when the basics don t work. The 2. Attendance and participation Full attendance and participation are expected in the course.

2 3. Assignments a. Reading: The purpose of the course is to acquire a broad range of knowledge on the subject. Thus, it is expected that the student will read 2000 pages over the course of the semester. The student will submit a list of readings with titles, authors and pages read, following the format provided. Reading log due: Thursday, December 15, b. Take home exam: A take home exam, conceptual and practical in nature, will be given on Tuesday, December 6; Due on Friday, December 9, 2011 before or at 4 PM. c. Term paper: The paper will deal with aspects of cognitive psychology (such as thinking, reasoning, memory, etc) as they may apply to therapeutic or counseling interventions. A demonstration of theoretical knowledge leading to practical application is desired/ expected. The length will be 10 pp. The format will be double-spaced and APA style. Due: Tuesday, December 15, Grading The final grade will be a composite score form readings/ participation, the exam, and the term paper. See percentages below. Term paper 40% Take Home exam 40% Reading/Participation- 20%

3 COURSE OUTLINE Session Topics 09/13 Introduction Human knowledge Cognitive psychology in perspective Knowledge organization 09/15 Cognitive structures Mechanisms of cognitive development Cognitive processes: thinking and reasoning relevance to practice 09/20 Cognitive processes: Thinking and reasoning relevance to practice 09/22 Cognitive processes: Perception, attribution, meaning relevance to practice 09/27 Learning and memory Relevance to practice 09/29 Etiology of cognitive dysfunction and diagnostic considerations Thought disorders Cognitive theories of psychopathology 10/04 Specific cognitive approaches to therapy Axis I diagnosis; axis II 10/06 Cognitive therapy of depression 10/11 Reading Week 10/13 Reading Week 10/18 Cognitive therapy of depression 10/20 Cognitive behavioral therapy for Bipolar Disorders 10/25 Cognitive therapy of anxiety; relaxation training Systematic desensitization 10/27 Cognitive therapy of phobias 11/01 Cognitive-behavioral treatment of obsessive compulsive disorders 11/03 Cognitive behavioral treatment for stress, PTSD Stress inoculation training

4 11/08 Reading Week 11/10 Reading Week 11/15 Cognitive treatment of eating disorders 11/17 Cognitive treatment of ADHD 11/22 DBT for borderline conditions 11/24 Thanksgiving 11/29 Review of specific strategies in cognitive therapy 12/01 Cognitive aspects in spirituality Integrative efforts with theological premises and principles 12/06 Review of the course

5 Bibliography Beck, A. T., Rush, A.J., Shaw, B. F., & Emery, B. (1987). Cognitive therapy of depression. The Guilfrod Press. Beck, A. T., Wright, F. D., Newman, C. F., & Liese, B. S. (2001). Cognitive therapy of substance abuse. The Bieling, P. J. & McCabe, R. E. (2009). Cognitive-behavioral therapy in groups. The Guilford Press. Bourne, E. J. (2005). The anxiety & phobia workbook (4 th Ed.). The New Harbinger Pulications.. Butler, G., Fennel, M., & Hackman, A. (2008). Cognitive-behavioral therapy for anxiety disorders: Mastering clinical challenges. The Chadwick, P., Birchwood, M. J., & Trower, P. (1999). Cognitive therapy for delusions, voices and paranoia. Wiley. Clark, D. A. (2006). Cognitive-behavior therapy for OCD. The Clark, D. A., & Beck, A. T. (2009). Cognitive therapy of anxiety disorders: Science and practice. The Dobson, K. S. (Ed.) (2002). Handbook of cognitive-behavioral therapies (2 nd. Ed.). The Dobson, D. D. & Dobson, K. S. (2009). Evidence-based practice of cognitive-behavioral therapy. The Epstein, N. B. & Baucom, B. H. (2002). Enhanced cognitive-behavior therapy for couples: A contextual approach. American Psychological Association. Fairburn, C. G. (2008). Cognitive therapy and eating disorders. The Freeman, Ar., Pretzer, J., Fleming, B. & Simon, K. M. (2004 ). Clinical applications of cognitive therapy (2 nd. Ed.). Springer. Gaus, V. L. (2007). Cognitive therapy for adult Asperger s syndrome. The

6 Kazantzis, N., Deane, F. P., Ronan, K. R., & L Abate, L. (2004). Using homework assignments in cognitive behavior therapy. Brunner-Routledge. Knaus, W. J. & Ellis, A. (2006). The cognitive-behavioral workbook for depression: A step-bystep program. The New Harbinger Publications. Leahy, R. L. (Ed.). (2006). Contemporary cognitive therapy: Theory, research and practice. The Linehan, M. (1993). Skills training manual for treating borderline personality disorder. The Linehan, M. (1993). Cognitive-behavioral treatment of borderline personality disorder. The O Donohue, W. T. & Fisher, J. E. (2009). Cognitive-behavior therapy: Applying empirically supported techniques in your practice.wiley. O Donohue, W. T. & Fisher, J. E. (2009). General principles and empirically supported techniques of cognitive behavior therapy. Wiley. Ramirez Basco, M. & Rush, A. J. (2007). Cognitive-behavioral therapy for bipolar disorder (2 nd. Ed.). The Ramsay, J. R., & Rostain, A. L. (2007). Cognitive therapy for adult ADHD: An integrative psychosocial and medical approach. Routledge. Reinecke, M. A., Dattilio, F. M. & Freeman, A. (2006). Cognitive therapy with children and adolescents: A casebook for clinical practice (2 nd Ed.). The Thorn, B. E. (2004). Cognitive therapy for chronic pain: A step-by-step guide. The Guilford Press. Wells, A. (2008). Metacognitive therapy for anxiety and depression. The Wenzel, A., Brown, G. K., & Beck, A. T. (2008). Cognitive therapy for suicidal patients: Scientific and clinical applications. American Psychological Association. Zaifert, C., & Black Becker, C. (2008). Cognitive-behavior therapy for PTSD: A case formulation approach. The