TS5D002 - Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapy in Counselling Psychology 18 Jul 2023 - 31 Aug 2027 | Version 3
Associated Module Information
| Module Code: | TS5D002 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Module Title: | Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapy in Counselling Psychology | ||
| Faculty: | Faculty of Life Sciences and Education | ||
| Faculty Group: | Therapeutic Studies | ||
| Faculty Sub Group: | Professional Learning in Education | ||
| Module Leader: | Annie Beyer | ||
| Module Team: | Shelley Gait, Anna Playle, Nicky Lewis, Rachel Davies, Anna Playle, Kirsty Richards, Nandi Kriwaczek | ||
| First Intended Intake: | SEP 2020 | Final Year of Intake: | 2023 |
| Date Closed: | |||
| Credit Value: | 40 | Credit Level: | 8 |
| Language: | English | ||
| Percentage of Module Taught in Welsh: | 0 | ||
| Equivalent Module: | |||
| HECOS codes: | 100495 - counselling | ||
| HECOS Code Weighting: | 100 | ||
Document Version Information
| Version | 3 |
|---|---|
| Valid From | 18 Jul 2023 |
| Valid To | 31 Aug 2027 |
Module Aims
To support students to develop a critical understanding and application of the philosophy, theory and empirical underpinnings of CBP practice.
To develop a critical understanding of the importance of the therapeutic relationship and develop competence in how it relates to the effective implementation of technical interventions.
To develop core competencies and skills in evidenced based CBP practice.
To facilitate the development of competent and critically aware practitioners, who can reflect on their practice and use supervision appropriately.
Content Summary
The scientific method and its significance for CBP and core cognitive and behavioural interventions in CBP
Third wave CBP including mindfulness, ACT and compassionate focused therapy.
The evidence base and efficacy of cognitive behavioural approaches to common mental health problems.
The positioning of the therapeutic relationship in CBP and the evidence base for its importance.
Assessment, approaches to case conceptualisation and treatment planning and the use of tools and
techniques to monitor, review and assess practice outcomes, ending therapy and relapse prevention planning.
Developing problem specific formulations, tailoring case conceptualisations and evidence-based treatment approaches and protocols for such presentations.
Developing CBP practical skills, e.g. eliciting and containing of emotions, cognitive restructuring and the use of behavioural experiments.
Evidenced-based approaches to assessing and managing risk.
The role of supervision in CBP clinical practice.
Self-reflection and personal development– identifying triggers for emotional shifts, capturing and reality testing cognitions and identifying unhelpful behaviours and maintenance cycles.
The main dimensions of diversity in identity, e.g. racial, cultural, socio-economic, religious, gender, sexuality, physical or psychological disability.
Practice issues with reference to the ethical and practice guidelines (HCPC & BPS).
This module includes mandatory formative assessment activities, to support students learning and development prior to summative assessment tasks.
Learning and Teaching Methods
| Activity Type | Hours |
|---|---|
| Lecture | 24 |
| Tutorial | 2 |
| Demonstration | 6 |
| Practical classes and workshops | 28 |
| Independent Study | 268 |
| Directed Study | 60 |
| Groupwork | 12 |
| Total Hours Selected | 400 |
Learning Outcomes
| # | Learning Outcome |
|---|---|
| LO1 | Critically evaluate the intentional application of advanced CBT competencies and techniques in clinical practice. |
| LO2 | Demonstrate and evidence the application of evidenced based CBT skills and competencies, demonstrating a theoretical understanding of CBT theory, research and practice. |
Module Requisites
N/A
Assessment Criteria
| Assessment Category | Assessment Type | Description | Duration | Word Count | Weight (%) | Best of? | Pass Mark |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asynchronous Assessment | Clinical Learning 1 | Case Study on a live CBP client, with audio transcription and detailed process analysis. | 0 | 3000 | 50 | No | 50 |
| Portfolio | Portfolio 1 | Practice portfolio documenting evidenced of professional practice, including a reflective review on self and practice. | 0 | 2000 | 50 | No | 100 |
Assessment Matrix
| Assessment Type | Learning Outcomes | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| LO1 | LO2 | ||
| Clinical Learning 1 | ✔ | ✘ | |
| Portfolio 1 | ✘ | ✔ | |