Counselling couples, families and groups

This unit aims to develop conceptual understandings of contemporary theories when working with couples, groups and families in counselling. The unit also focuses on building and integrating reflective practice skills when formulating and supporting couples, groups and families. Topics that will be covered include, attachment theory and intergenerational patterns of relating and coping (adaptive and maladaptive), family systems theory, and the role of transference and countertransference in couples, groups, and families counselling. In discussing patterns of interactions between couples, families and groups, you will learn skills to reflect on your own role and practice in managing therapeutic relationships with multiple clients.