Working with Relationships

This subject draw on knowledge from previous subjects and perspectives on personality, the formation of habitual behaviour, the influence of the family of origin, culture and gender; and separation, divorce and step families. It will help you understand some of the complexities of relationship therapy, including attitudes, emotions and behaviours that have a positive or negative impact on relationships. This subject has been designed to comply with PACFA training requirements.

Quick Info

Currently offered by Alphacrucis: Yes
Course code: SSC338
Credit points: 10
Subject coordinator: Rebecca Loundar

Prerequisites

The following courses are prerequisites:

SSC221—Foundations of Professional Practice

Awards offering Working with Relationships

This unit is offered as a part of the following awards:

Unit Content

Outcomes

Examine theories that underpin working with relationships and develop an understanding of the impact of systems, separation, divorce, step family, extended family, mental and physical health, behavioural and attitude patterns on relationships;
Develop knowledge and skills in relationship counselling based on a range of modalities, including assessment, treatment planning and intervention;
Practice, analyse and critique skills via counselling role plays based on acquired skills;
Develop resources to assist in relationships counselling, incorporating appropriate theories and practices.

Subject Content

From Individual to Relationship Work
Definitions
Principles of Interpersonal Intervention
Gender Differences
Couples Assessment
The Need for Evidence-Based Therapy
Why Couples Lose Hope
The Process of Therapy
Regrettable Incidents
Conflict Resolution
Strengthening Relationships, including Family
Sex and Intimacy
Forgiveness and the Moral Compass
Creating Shared Meaning in Couples and Families
Therapy Models: EFT, CBT for Couples & Families, Group Therapy
Gottman Therapy, Best Practice

This course may be offered in the following formats

Onsite (face-to-face)
Online (eLearning)
Intensives
Extensives

Please consult your course prospectus or enquire about how and when this course will be offered next at Alphacrucis University College.

Assessment Methods

Critical Reflection via Forum Engagement (20%)
Interview, Video, Notes and Analysis (50%)
Presentation, Powerpoint and Handout (30%)

Prescribed Text

Gottman, J.S., & Gottman, J.M. (2015). 10 principles for doing effective couples therapy. W.W. Norton & Company.

Please consult your instructor prior to purchasing any textbooks.