MFT 795 - Marriage, Family and Friendship Therapy

This course will examine dyadic relationships as they manifest themselves in friendships, marital and family relationships. A discussion of the nature and developments of intimacy, Bowen’s concepts of differentiation of self, family of origin schemas and communication skills. Techniques for assessing relational satisfaction and compatibility will be introduced. Techniques for developing communication skills and negotiating conflicts will be presented.
Lecture
Credits: 3
Offered in the Spring Semester