PHDAT 837 - Advanced Adlerian Theory and Integrative Art Therapy Experientials and Interventions

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This course covers the theoretical principles of individual psychology and Adlerian theory, including striving for holism, phenomenology, teleology, and social interest. This course addresses the cognitive, affective, and sociocultural dimensions of the individual’s development; the selectivity of perception in the formation of one’s worldview; motivational factors; creativity and the arts; and the indivisibility of the person. The course discusses how Adlerian practitioners help build and maintain clinical relationships through the use of social interest and social advocacy. Adlerian projective and objective lifestyle assessments and Adlerian art therapy assessments will be explored. Family constellation, life tasks, early recollections, dreams and other aspects of the lifestyle will be taught. Focus is on interventions that are congruent with social interest, and empirically supported practice toward comprehensive, culture-specific treatment planning. Emphasis is placed on the role of the practitioner and the client throughout the four stages of Adlerian therapy. The use of interventions for educators, parents, and caregivers will also be explored so that students have an opportunity to learn about being a credentialed Adlerian therapist or an Adlerian consultant within research, educational, and leadership fields.