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Course Outlines

Fall 2025 - PSYC 822 G100

Psychological Intervention I (3)

Class Number: 7225

Delivery Method: In Person

Overview

  • Course Times + Location:

    Sep 3 – Dec 2, 2025: Tue, 9:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.
    Burnaby

  • Prerequisites:

    Admission to the Clinical Psychology Graduate Program.

Description

CALENDAR DESCRIPTION:

Introduction to theoretical concepts and practical applications of therapy.

COURSE DETAILS:

In 822, we will review the theory, practice, and science of evidence-based psychological approaches to mental health, primarily among adults, with an emphasis on cognitive-behaviourally (CBT) oriented approaches. This course provides a foundation for 823 in the winter/spring semester. The focus of 822 will be on principles of evidence-based treatment, case conceptualization and treatment planning, and approaches often used in the earlier phases of therapy. 

Materials

REQUIRED READING NOTES:

Your personalized Course Material list, including digital and physical textbooks, are available through the SFU Bookstore website by simply entering your Computing ID at: shop.sfu.ca/course-materials/my-personalized-course-materials.

Graduate Studies Notes:

Important dates and deadlines for graduate students are found here: http://www.sfu.ca/dean-gradstudies/current/important_dates/guidelines.html. The deadline to drop a course with a 100% refund is the end of week 2. The deadline to drop with no notation on your transcript is the end of week 3.

Registrar Notes:

ACADEMIC INTEGRITY: YOUR WORK, YOUR SUCCESS

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RELIGIOUS ACCOMMODATION

Students with a faith background who may need accommodations during the term are encouraged to assess their needs as soon as possible and review the Multifaith religious accommodations website. The page outlines ways they begin working toward an accommodation and ensure solutions can be reached in a timely fashion.