Clinical Coursework III is comprised of a number of sub-units covering a range of more advanced and specialised topics in clinical theory and practice.  The sub-units that comprise this course are: Interpersonal Approaches to Psychotherapy and Introduction to Clinical Neuropsychology

Interpersonal Approaches to Psychotherapy (Convenor: Dr Jeff Ward) 3 hrs/week

This course provides training in interpersonal approaches to psychotherapy and an understanding of the theoretical background underpinning these approaches. Interpersonal therapy as a time-limited approach to depression is covered in detail. Interpersonal aspects of the psychotherapy process more generally and the interpersonal conceptualisation of more complex cases is also covered. The latter includes the development of an understanding of the role of the therapeutic alliance in psychotherapeutic treatment and the clinical management of alliance strains and ruptures. Assessment consists of a weekly learning journal and adequate course participation.

Introduction to Clinical Neuropsychology (Convenor: Dr Lainie Hart) 2 hrs/week

This unit is primarily concerned with assessment of the cognitive and behavioural consequences of brain damage or abnormal brain functioning (including disorders of memory, attention, language, perceptual and visuo-spatial analysis and executive functioning), which can occur as the result of a variety of neurological conditions (e.g., traumatic brain injury, cerebrovascular disease, dementia)). In this course, an emphasis will be placed on neuropathological conditions commonly seen in rehabilitation and hospital settings, with a particular focus on the neuropsychological presentation, assessment and treatment/management of such conditions. Methods of assessment for the course include development of a reference folder (including neuropsychological test normative data) and a Neuropsychological Assessment Report and Feedback Report.

Enrolment in postgraduate clinical psychology units is usually restricted to students enrolled in the Master of Clinical Psychology, Doctor of Psychology (Clinical) or Doctor of Philosophy (Clinical Psychology) at the School of Psychology. 

This course may be available with the written permission of the Director of Clinical Training Program. 

Applicants must be eligible for registration as a psychologist in the ACT. 

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Walsh, K.W., & Derby, D. (2005). Neuropsychology: A Clinical Approach (5^th Edition). New York: Churchill Livingstone.    [C]