Courses

This course examines the biological bases of behavior and learning through the lifespan, including the fundamentals of neuroanatomy, brain development, neuropsychology, neurophysiology, neurochemistry, psychopharmacology and temperament. (3 units)

This course examines the use of resistance and strength training in exercise programs. Topics include treatment of selected neuromuscular, orthopedic, and musculoskeletal diseases and dysfunction, as well as improvement of performance through musculoskeletal exercise. (3 units)

Examination of the effects of therapeutic interventions on culturally distinct populations.

Intervention techniques from a phenomenological, cognitive, behavioral and existential frame of reference. (3 units)

Theoretical and practical applications of research methods of psychotherapy.

Nature and causes of reactions to social, biological and psychological stress, maladaptive development, and faulty learning. Includes an in-depth study of anxiety disorders, character personality, and the psychoses.

An examination and explanation of current laws and ethical issues affecting psychotherapists.

This course provides an in-depth application of psychological concepts to sport and performance. Emphasis is placed on issues of motivation, emotion, associative learning, imagery, spirituality and arousal regulation in regards to their influence on athletic performance and goal achievement. Included in this will be a discussion of the methodologies used to examine sport and performance psychology. (3 units)

This course provides an introduction into the structure and processes of the mind, focusing on topics including perception, attention, memory, and decision making. Students will examine the theoretical explanations of these constructs and examine implications of these theories in relation to thought, behavior, and the subjective experience. (3 units)

This advanced course explores the establishment of relationships among psychology, social relationships, and performance within various social environments and contexts. Key topics such as social support, diversity, impact of media, coaching relationships, and the wider social contexts of individual performance will be examined and discussed. The course will utilize both theoretical and research findings to suggest practical applications for assisting with human performance. (3 units)

This is an advanced course for graduate students in the Sport Psychology Program. It provides an in-depth approach to using performance enhancement techniques and troubleshooting issues that clients may be presenting to the consultant within a team or individual setting. Students will address professional and ethical issues of consulting in the field and in relation to their own personal consulting style. They will be able to apply these skills to diverse populations within performance. (3 units)

This course focuses on performance issues specific to performing artists. The culture of performing arts, common performance barriers, and cognitive techniques best suited for this population will be examined. (1 unit)

This is an advanced course for graduate students in the Sport Psychology Program. It covers a more in-depth approach to using the performance enhancement techniques and troubleshooting issues that clients may be presenting to the consultant with an injured athlete or client. The students will address professional and ethical issues of consulting in the field and in relation to their own personal consulting style. They will be able to apply these skills to diverse populations within performance. (3 units)

TThis course focuses on performance issues specific to business professionals. The culture of business professionals, common performance barriers, and cognitive techniques best suited for this population will be examined. (1 unit)

This course focuses on performance issues specific to first responders. The culture of first responders, common performance barriers, and cognitive techniques best suited for this population will be examined. (1 unit)

This course focuses on performance issues specific to athletes. The culture of athletics, common performance barriers, and cognitive techniques best suited for this population will be examined. (1 unit)

This course provides an in-depth examination of the reciprocal relationship between exercise and mental health. Emphasis is placed on the effect of exercise on the brain and mood and strategies to increase exercise participation in a diverse range of populations. Included in this will be a discussion of the methodologies used to examine exercise psychology. (3 units)