Master of Religious Counseling

This unit focuses on the practical training, counseling skills, interventions and education strategies required to practice in the field of health psychology. It begins with an overview of the theory underpinning psychological factors in health and illness. The aim is to prepare students to understand and manage the impact of physical health issues and the importance of health promotion and education in community-based counseling organizations and in public and private psychological practice.

This unit focuses on the principles and methods of psychological assessment in the counselling context. It focuses on the knowledge, competencies and skills required for assessment, treatment planning and outcomes for particular presenting issues...

This unit has its focus on the knowledge, competencies and skills required to practice as a provisional and counseling psychologist within the designated professional ethical, legal and professional and ethical standards as set down by the profession.

The unit focuses on developing a basic understanding of the diagnostic categories, theories and current models, relevant to abnormal psychology and psychopathology in counselling practice...

This unit will aim to explore specialized skills in relationship therapy and the theories and practice of relationship therapy. Systemic analysis and systemic therapy will be a key ingredient of this unit.

This unit expands on the central ideas of the major contributors to contemporary psychoanalytic thought with particular emphasis on treatment implications for different kinds of presenting issues.

Emotion theory will provide a basis for an examination of psychosomatic processes in general. Soma to form, sleep and eating disorders will be considered in terms of their underlying mechanisms and treatment options.

This unit brings a strong focus to the theory and practice of trauma therapy. It takes an integrative approach to trauma therapy, drawing on cognitive behavioral as well as psychodynamic elements and on Contextual Modular Therapy.

This unit will aim to explore specialised skills in relationship therapy and the theories and practice of relationship therapy in complex and high-stress environments.

An advanced study of the major theories in counseling, including Psychoanalysis, REBT, Gestalt, and Person-Centered Therapy, along with their historical roots and applications.

This course is an introduction to gerontology and the counseling of older adults, addressing chronic illness, sociological factors, and treatment approaches in elder care.

This course explores models and principles of therapy for couples and families, applying techniques in varied relational and cultural contexts.

Experiential focus on Biblical perspectives in counseling, enhancing awareness of Scripture's application in diverse counseling scenarios.

Focuses on restoring control after a crisis through biblical guidance, equipping counselors to manage trauma, grief, and emotional overwhelm in a faith-based context.

This course prepares students to address addiction issues with a biblical foundation, exploring causes, behaviors, and faith-based interventions, particularly with youth.

Introduces childhood and adolescent disorders, family dynamics, and psychotherapeutic strategies within Christian counseling frameworks.

Offers biblical and theological foundations for effective communication in ministry, helping students discover and develop their gifts as counselors.

Explores small group counseling theories and practical methods, including leadership, cultural competence, and therapeutic strategies.