HSP 3590 - The Resistive Adolescent Client

Credits: 1 (1 + 0)

Prerequisite(s): ENG 1010, ENG 1020, HSP 1010, and HSP 2030; or permission of instructor

Description: This is an advanced course intended to instruct the human services professional who counsels youth to understand and apply principles related to working with resistance. This course will focus on counseling with resistive youth in an involuntary treatment setting. Students will learn about motivational approaches to dealing with anger and understanding cultural barriers to effective counseling. Various models will be utilized and demonstrated including motivational interviewing and strengths-based counseling. This course meets the resistive client mandatory training requirement for CAC II and III for Colorado Addictions Counselors.