Therapeutic Approaches

A specialized curriculum for adults on mastering emotional regulation, focusing on the mechanics of anger explosions, identifying vulnerabilities, and understanding the long-term impact of emotional reactivity.

A comprehensive therapeutic sequence designed to guide clinicians and clients through the complexities of grief, focusing on assessment, psychoeducation, and age-appropriate coping strategies.

A 5-lesson series focused on cognitive behavioral techniques, helping students identify unhelpful thought patterns, regulate emotions, and build mental resilience through the 'Mind Mechanics' framework.

A CBT-based program for adults with inattentive ADD to master task isolation, short-burst productivity (10-minute sessions), and positive reinforcement through a spiritual lens. This sequence guides learners through physical, digital, and professional decluttering.

A 9-week social-emotional learning sequence designed for young adults, focusing on evidence-based coping mechanisms, mindfulness practices, and emotional resilience. This program guides participants from basic stress awareness to building a sustainable personal wellness plan.

A comprehensive CBT toolkit for treating anxiety, covering cognitive restructuring, exposure therapy, behavioral experiments, and mindfulness. This sequence provides clinicians and clients with structured guides, tracking tools, and practical scenarios to build resilience and manage anxiety symptoms effectively.

A comprehensive workshop-style sequence for undergraduate students to master cognitive reframing techniques. Students progress from identifying distortions to deconstructing beliefs and building resilient internal narratives.

This sequence introduces undergraduate students to the theoretical underpinnings and practical assessment tools of Behavioral Activation (BA). Students will learn to conceptualize depression as a cycle of avoidance and reduced reinforcement, mastering techniques like activity monitoring, values clarification, and functional analysis.

This sequence guides undergraduate students through the practical application of Behavioral Activation (BA) protocols. Moving from theoretical understanding to clinical implementation, students learn to design interventions, troubleshoot psychological barriers using the TRAP/TRAC model, and analyze data to refine therapeutic outcomes.

This advanced sequence prepares undergraduate students to design and facilitate psychoeducational groups focused on the DBT PLEASE skills (Physical illness, Eating, Altering substances, Sleep, Exercise). Students will progress from understanding group structures to leading mock sessions, focusing on communication, engagement, and managing clinical dynamics.

This sequence explores the neurobiological foundations of student escalation, connecting internal physiological stress responses (the 'amygdala hijack') to observable external warning signs. Students will learn to depersonalize behavior by understanding it as a biological survival mechanism, training them to recognize subtle somatic, respiratory, and muscular cues before a full behavioral outburst occurs.

A comprehensive training workshop for graduate students on the clinical implementation of the standard 7-column thought record in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). Students move from initial psychoeducation to the precise mechanics of cognitive restructuring and troubleshooting client compliance.

A comprehensive training sequence for undergraduate students focused on the clinical application of Thought Record tracking. Students transition from understanding the tool to facilitating it, mastering psychoeducation, Socratic questioning, and managing clinical resistance.

A comprehensive sequence for undergraduate students to master the clinical skill of cognitive restructuring using the 7-column thought record. Students progress from theoretical foundations to identifying distortions, gathering evidence, and synthesizing balanced thoughts.

A 5-lesson sequence for undergraduate students focused on transforming requested breaks from avoidant behaviors into restorative regulation. Students explore somatic, cognitive, and environmental strategies to manage stress and transition back to academic work effectively.

A comprehensive clinical training sequence for undergraduate students focusing on the application of Behavioral Activation (BA). Students learn to conduct functional analyses using the TRAP and TRAC models, deliver treatment rationales through collaborative empiricism, navigate client resistance, and design relapse prevention plans.

This sequence introduces undergraduate students to Behavioral Activation (BA), focusing on the theoretical cycle of depression, activity monitoring, values-based goal setting, and intervention planning. Students move from understanding the 'vicious cycle' of withdrawal to designing structured, values-aligned activity schedules.

A 5-lesson unit for undergraduates on navigating interpersonal conflict, setting boundaries, and developing communication skills for shared living and working environments. Students explore their own conflict styles, engage in simulations, and practice assertive communication and de-escalation techniques.

A 5-lesson workshop sequence for undergraduate students to understand, challenge, and overcome imposter syndrome through peer validation and evidence-based identity building.

This sequence guides 9th-grade students through the practical application of exposure hierarchies. Acting as 'clinical consultants,' students analyze specific phobias, social anxiety variables, and stalled progress, eventually designing a comprehensive care plan rooted in personal values.

A 5-lesson series focused on cognitive behavioral techniques, helping students identify unhelpful thought patterns, regulate emotions, and build mental resilience through the 'Mind Mechanics' framework.

A comprehensive CBT toolkit for treating anxiety, covering cognitive restructuring, exposure therapy, behavioral experiments, and mindfulness. This sequence provides clinicians and clients with structured guides, tracking tools, and practical scenarios to build resilience and manage anxiety symptoms effectively.

A comprehensive training workshop for graduate students on the clinical implementation of the standard 7-column thought record in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). Students move from initial psychoeducation to the precise mechanics of cognitive restructuring and troubleshooting client compliance.

A comprehensive training sequence for undergraduate students focused on the clinical application of Thought Record tracking. Students transition from understanding the tool to facilitating it, mastering psychoeducation, Socratic questioning, and managing clinical resistance.

A comprehensive sequence for undergraduate students to master the clinical skill of cognitive restructuring using the 7-column thought record. Students progress from theoretical foundations to identifying distortions, gathering evidence, and synthesizing balanced thoughts.

A comprehensive graduate-level sequence exploring the intersection of neurobiology and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to restructure self-concept. Students will analyze the Default Mode Network, identify high-achiever cognitive distortions, and develop evidence-based maintenance protocols for professional resilience.

This sequence explores how to identify and restructure maladaptive thoughts embedded within a trauma story. Students learn to use the written or recorded narrative as a tool for cognitive processing, helping clients identify 'stuck points' and cognitive distortions to foster integration and growth.

A skills-based sequence for undergraduate counseling students focused on the practical application of Behavioral Activation and Cognitive Restructuring protocols. Students move from behavioral scheduling to the nuanced art of Socratic questioning and cognitive disputation.

This graduate-level sequence focuses on evidence-based therapeutic interventions for anxiety and mood disorders. Students progress from pharmacological literacy to advanced treatment planning, mastering CBT protocols, third-wave therapies, and crisis management.

This sequence explores the biological and psychological dimensions of stress. Students move from understanding the 'fight-or-flight' physiological response to mastering cognitive restructuring and emotion-regulation strategies, culminating in the design of personalized stress management protocols.

A comprehensive sequence for 11th-grade students to master Narrative Therapy questioning techniques, focusing on the de-centered stance, Landscape of Action/Consciousness, and Outsider Witness protocols. Students develop interpersonal skills to help peers uncover hidden strengths and resilience in their own life stories.

A comprehensive clinical simulation sequence for undergraduate students, focusing on the assessment, design, and delivery of exposure-based interventions for anxiety disorders. Students progress from initial case formulation to live session simulation, balancing therapeutic distress with clinical alliance.

This sequence explores how to identify and restructure maladaptive thoughts embedded within a trauma story. Students learn to use the written or recorded narrative as a tool for cognitive processing, helping clients identify 'stuck points' and cognitive distortions to foster integration and growth.

A comprehensive training sequence for undergraduate counseling students on the practical application of Narrative Exposure Therapy and imaginal exposure. Students move from initiating the trauma narrative to managing intense emotional distress and ensuring safe session closure.

This sequence provides undergraduate students with the foundational knowledge and clinical skills necessary to prepare clients for trauma narrative work. It covers the neurobiology of traumatic memory, client stabilization techniques, and the ethical/practical assessment of client readiness.

This sequence examines the intersection of narrative psychology and creative writing as tools for mourning. Students investigate how trauma fragments linear memory and how structured writing interventions can restore narrative coherence. Through varied writing modalities—from structured journaling to poetry—students learn to reshape the story of loss, moving from a narrative of victimization to one of survival and meaning-making.

A 5-lesson workshop sequence for undergraduate students to understand, challenge, and overcome imposter syndrome through peer validation and evidence-based identity building.

A 5-lesson sequence for graduate counseling students to explore intersectionality, social location, and family scripts to build cultural humility and professional identity. Students move from theoretical critique to personal excavation and clinical application.

A comprehensive sequence for 11th-grade students to master Narrative Therapy questioning techniques, focusing on the de-centered stance, Landscape of Action/Consciousness, and Outsider Witness protocols. Students develop interpersonal skills to help peers uncover hidden strengths and resilience in their own life stories.

This sequence explores how societal narratives shape personal identity. Students learn to deconstruct dominant cultural 'scripts', utilize Narrative Therapy frameworks like the Landscape of Action/Identity, and practice Outsider Witnessing to formalize new, preferred stories of agency and resilience.

This sequence explores how to identify and restructure maladaptive thoughts embedded within a trauma story. Students learn to use the written or recorded narrative as a tool for cognitive processing, helping clients identify 'stuck points' and cognitive distortions to foster integration and growth.

This sequence examines the intersection of narrative psychology and creative writing as tools for mourning. Students investigate how trauma fragments linear memory and how structured writing interventions can restore narrative coherence. Through varied writing modalities—from structured journaling to poetry—students learn to reshape the story of loss, moving from a narrative of victimization to one of survival and meaning-making.

This sequence explores the theoretical foundations and practical applications of visual art therapy techniques in the context of grief counseling. Students balance academic understanding of art therapy efficacy with the experiential learning of creating art, culminating in a personal visual grief protocol.

A therapeutic three-part module designed for individual grief processing through visual metaphors, sound/silence exercises, and reflective sketching. This program helps clients externalize and articulate complex emotions associated with loss.

This sequence introduces undergraduate students to the theoretical underpinnings and practical assessment tools of Behavioral Activation (BA). Students will learn to conceptualize depression as a cycle of avoidance and reduced reinforcement, mastering techniques like activity monitoring, values clarification, and functional analysis.

This sequence guides undergraduate students through the practical application of Behavioral Activation (BA) protocols. Moving from theoretical understanding to clinical implementation, students learn to design interventions, troubleshoot psychological barriers using the TRAP/TRAC model, and analyze data to refine therapeutic outcomes.

A comprehensive clinical training sequence for undergraduate students focusing on the application of Behavioral Activation (BA). Students learn to conduct functional analyses using the TRAP and TRAC models, deliver treatment rationales through collaborative empiricism, navigate client resistance, and design relapse prevention plans.

This sequence introduces undergraduate students to Behavioral Activation (BA), focusing on the theoretical cycle of depression, activity monitoring, values-based goal setting, and intervention planning. Students move from understanding the 'vicious cycle' of withdrawal to designing structured, values-aligned activity schedules.

A skills-based sequence for undergraduate counseling students focused on the practical application of Behavioral Activation and Cognitive Restructuring protocols. Students move from behavioral scheduling to the nuanced art of Socratic questioning and cognitive disputation.

This clinical sequence for graduate students focuses on the unique presentation, assessment, and treatment of mental health disorders in older adults. It emphasizes differential diagnosis, pharmacological considerations, and the adaptation of evidence-based interventions like CBT for the geriatric population.

This sequence examines the PLEASE skills (Physical illness, Lunch/Eating, Avoid mood-altering substances, Sleep, Exercise) through a Social Determinants of Health lens. Undergraduate counseling students will learn to adapt these therapeutic interventions for clients facing systemic barriers such as food insecurity, housing instability, and physical disability.

This advanced sequence prepares undergraduate students to design and facilitate psychoeducational groups focused on the DBT PLEASE skills (Physical illness, Eating, Altering substances, Sleep, Exercise). Students will progress from understanding group structures to leading mock sessions, focusing on communication, engagement, and managing clinical dynamics.

A workshop-based sequence where undergraduate students apply the PLEASE skills to their own lives. Students act as both client and clinician, tracking sleep, nutrition, and exercise to understand the causal link between physical maintenance and emotional vulnerability.

This sequence explores the physiological foundations of the DBT 'PLEASE' skills. Students investigate the neurobiological mechanisms through which physical health impacts emotional regulation, focusing on sleep, nutrition, and exercise.

A specialized sequence for undergraduate counseling students focusing on the 'PL' (Treat Physical Illness) and 'A' (Avoid Mood-Altering Substances) components of the PLEASE skill. Students develop clinical assessment, motivational interviewing, and interdisciplinary collaboration skills to address medical and substance-related barriers to emotional regulation.

This sequence provides graduate-level training on integrating behavioral medicine and DBT to reduce emotional vulnerability. It covers advanced sleep assessment, CBT-I adaptation, nightmare protocols, chronic pain management, and medical adherence strategies.

This graduate-level sequence focuses on the clinical application of PLEASE skills within DBT. Students will master the assessment, psychoeducation, and troubleshooting of physiological vulnerability factors, progressing from building client buy-in to designing complex, individualized protocols for diverse populations.

A comprehensive 5-lesson sequence for 11th-grade students focused on mastering the PLEASE skills (DBT therapeutic approach) to reduce emotional vulnerability. Students move from self-assessment to crisis planning, data analysis, and peer consultancy, culminating in a professional 'Resilience Portfolio' designed for their transition to young adulthood.

A data-driven workshop sequence guiding undergraduate students through the 'Quantified Self' approach to sleep hygiene. Students establish baselines, optimize their environments, master behavioral conditioning, and manage academic lifestyle factors to create a personalized, evidence-based sleep protocol.

This sequence uses the FAST framework (DBT) to analyze professional social dynamics, helping undergraduate students identify and mitigate the erosion of self-respect in high-stakes environments like internships and early careers. Students progress from diagnostic analysis of professional failure scenarios to prescriptive intervention design.

A high-intensity, simulation-based sequence for undergraduate students to master DBT's FAST skills (Fair, Apologies-free, Stick-to-values, Truthful) for interpersonal effectiveness and self-respect.

An inquiry-based exploration of the FAST skills (Fairness, Apologies, Stick to Values, Truthfulness) for undergraduate students. This sequence moves from internal value identification to external boundary setting and integrity planning.

A comprehensive 5-lesson series for undergraduate students on the Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) FAST skills. Students explore Fairness, Apologies, Sticking to Values, and Truthfulness to build a foundation for maintaining self-respect in social and professional contexts.

This sequence equips undergraduate students with the rhetorical skills and legal knowledge to advocate for their needs in academic and professional settings. It transitions from exploring cultural stigmas around help-seeking to practical skill-building in written and verbal communication, culminating in high-stakes negotiation simulations.

A comprehensive 11th-grade sequence deconstructing the DBT FAST framework. Students analyze psychological principles of self-respect through case studies, sociolinguistic analysis, and values audits to master interpersonal integrity.

A comprehensive 5-lesson sequence for 12th graders to master DBT FAST skills (Fairness, No Apologies, Stick to Values, Truthfulness) through real-world adult simulations and deep self-reflection.

A graduate-level sequence focused on the 'process' rather than the 'content' of group interaction. Students learn to identify underlying emotional currents, facilitate interpersonal feedback, and manage transference/countertransference through experiential, inquiry-based learning.

This sequence provides graduate-level training on integrating behavioral medicine and DBT to reduce emotional vulnerability. It covers advanced sleep assessment, CBT-I adaptation, nightmare protocols, chronic pain management, and medical adherence strategies.

This 12th-grade sequence introduces the psychological mechanics of Radical Acceptance through a Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) lens. Students move from understanding the 'Mathematics of Suffering' (Pain x Resistance) to developing personalized protocols for navigating distress by distinguishing between unavoidable reality and optional suffering.

This sequence explores the psychological concept of Radical Acceptance, teaching students to distinguish between acceptance and approval. Students will analyze case studies, relationship dynamics, and civic advocacy to understand how acknowledging reality is the first step toward effective change.

This sequence uses a workshop model to explore empathy and validation, helping students move from surface-level listening to mastering the six levels of validation and 'validating the invalid.' Students build emotional intelligence to de-escalate conflict and strengthen relationships.

A comprehensive training program for undergraduate students to master the GIVE skills (Gentle, Interested, Validate, Easy manner) through physiological awareness and high-stakes simulations. Students move from understanding their own biological responses to managing complex group conflicts while preserving relationship integrity.

A case-study driven sequence for undergraduate students exploring the clinical application of DBT GIVE skills (Gentle, Interested, Validate, Easy manner). Students move from analyzing professional relationship ruptures to designing comprehensive interpersonal intervention plans.

This sequence explores the anthropological and psychological functions of mourning rituals. Students analyze cultural practices, explore the concept of impermanence, and design their own secular rituals to navigate personal transitions and losses.

This graduate-level sequence focuses on evidence-based therapeutic interventions for anxiety and mood disorders. Students progress from pharmacological literacy to advanced treatment planning, mastering CBT protocols, third-wave therapies, and crisis management.

This sequence explores the biological and psychological dimensions of stress. Students move from understanding the 'fight-or-flight' physiological response to mastering cognitive restructuring and emotion-regulation strategies, culminating in the design of personalized stress management protocols.

A comprehensive 5-lesson series for undergraduate students on the Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) FAST skills. Students explore Fairness, Apologies, Sticking to Values, and Truthfulness to build a foundation for maintaining self-respect in social and professional contexts.

This sequence equips undergraduate students with the rhetorical skills and legal knowledge to advocate for their needs in academic and professional settings. It transitions from exploring cultural stigmas around help-seeking to practical skill-building in written and verbal communication, culminating in high-stakes negotiation simulations.

A 5-lesson unit for undergraduates on navigating interpersonal conflict, setting boundaries, and developing communication skills for shared living and working environments. Students explore their own conflict styles, engage in simulations, and practice assertive communication and de-escalation techniques.

An analytical sequence for 11th-grade students to evaluate and deconstruct relationship communication using the DBT GIVE framework. Students analyze literary, digital, and historical interactions to master validation and gentleness as strategic tools for relationship longevity.

A comprehensive sequence for undergraduate psychology and social work students focusing on the 'GIVE' skill set within Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). This course covers interpersonal effectiveness, prioritizing relationships, and the technical application of gentleness, interest, validation, and an easy manner in therapeutic and personal communication.

This sequence provides undergraduate students with a comprehensive foundation in counseling micro-skills, focusing on active listening, empathy regulation, and non-judgmental inquiry. Through a blend of theoretical analysis and practical dyadic exercises, students learn to move beyond passive hearing to create safe, supportive environments for others.

A comprehensive CBT toolkit for treating anxiety, covering cognitive restructuring, exposure therapy, behavioral experiments, and mindfulness. This sequence provides clinicians and clients with structured guides, tracking tools, and practical scenarios to build resilience and manage anxiety symptoms effectively.

This sequence guides 9th-grade students through the practical application of exposure hierarchies. Acting as 'clinical consultants,' students analyze specific phobias, social anxiety variables, and stalled progress, eventually designing a comprehensive care plan rooted in personal values.

This sequence explores the physiological and psychological mechanisms behind anxiety, specifically focusing on the cycle of avoidance and the principle of habituation. Students will understand the brain's alarm system, how avoidance paradoxically strengthens fear, and how facing fears through graded exposure facilitates habituation and neuroplasticity.

A comprehensive clinical simulation sequence for undergraduate students, focusing on the assessment, design, and delivery of exposure-based interventions for anxiety disorders. Students progress from initial case formulation to live session simulation, balancing therapeutic distress with clinical alliance.

This sequence explores the physiological and psychological mechanisms of exposure therapy, moving from neurobiological foundations to the ethical application of therapeutic interventions. Students analyze the 'avoidance trap,' learn to quantify distress using SUDS, and distinguish between habituation and inhibitory learning through clinical case study analysis.

A comprehensive sequence exploring the psychological mechanisms of systematic desensitization. Students learn to analyze the anxiety-avoidance cycle, quantify distress using the SUDS scale, and design incremental exposure hierarchies to promote habituation and resilience.

This advanced sequence explores the integration of Progressive Muscle Relaxation (PMR) within comprehensive therapeutic frameworks like CBT and Systematic Desensitization. Graduate students will move from theoretical understanding to constructing sophisticated multimodal treatment plans for complex clinical cases.

A comprehensive training sequence for undergraduate counseling students on the practical application of Narrative Exposure Therapy and imaginal exposure. Students move from initiating the trauma narrative to managing intense emotional distress and ensuring safe session closure.

This clinical sequence for graduate students focuses on the unique presentation, assessment, and treatment of mental health disorders in older adults. It emphasizes differential diagnosis, pharmacological considerations, and the adaptation of evidence-based interventions like CBT for the geriatric population.

An 8-session individualized program designed for adults to manage anxiety through practical strategies, coping mechanisms, and emotional regulation. This program moves from foundational understanding to personalized toolkit building and long-term maintenance.

A comprehensive therapeutic sequence designed to guide clinicians and clients through the complexities of grief, focusing on assessment, psychoeducation, and age-appropriate coping strategies.

A 5-lesson series focused on cognitive behavioral techniques, helping students identify unhelpful thought patterns, regulate emotions, and build mental resilience through the 'Mind Mechanics' framework.

A CBT-based program for adults with inattentive ADD to master task isolation, short-burst productivity (10-minute sessions), and positive reinforcement through a spiritual lens. This sequence guides learners through physical, digital, and professional decluttering.

This sequence introduces undergraduate students to the theoretical underpinnings and practical assessment tools of Behavioral Activation (BA). Students will learn to conceptualize depression as a cycle of avoidance and reduced reinforcement, mastering techniques like activity monitoring, values clarification, and functional analysis.

This sequence guides undergraduate students through the practical application of Behavioral Activation (BA) protocols. Moving from theoretical understanding to clinical implementation, students learn to design interventions, troubleshoot psychological barriers using the TRAP/TRAC model, and analyze data to refine therapeutic outcomes.

A comprehensive clinical training sequence for undergraduate students focusing on the application of Behavioral Activation (BA). Students learn to conduct functional analyses using the TRAP and TRAC models, deliver treatment rationales through collaborative empiricism, navigate client resistance, and design relapse prevention plans.

This sequence introduces undergraduate students to Behavioral Activation (BA), focusing on the theoretical cycle of depression, activity monitoring, values-based goal setting, and intervention planning. Students move from understanding the 'vicious cycle' of withdrawal to designing structured, values-aligned activity schedules.

A data-driven workshop sequence guiding undergraduate students through the 'Quantified Self' approach to sleep hygiene. Students establish baselines, optimize their environments, master behavioral conditioning, and manage academic lifestyle factors to create a personalized, evidence-based sleep protocol.

A case-study driven sequence for undergraduate students exploring the clinical application of DBT GIVE skills (Gentle, Interested, Validate, Easy manner). Students move from analyzing professional relationship ruptures to designing comprehensive interpersonal intervention plans.

A skills-based sequence for undergraduate counseling students focused on the practical application of Behavioral Activation and Cognitive Restructuring protocols. Students move from behavioral scheduling to the nuanced art of Socratic questioning and cognitive disputation.

This graduate-level sequence focuses on evidence-based therapeutic interventions for anxiety and mood disorders. Students progress from pharmacological literacy to advanced treatment planning, mastering CBT protocols, third-wave therapies, and crisis management.

This sequence explores the neurobiological foundations of student escalation, connecting internal physiological stress responses (the 'amygdala hijack') to observable external warning signs. Students will learn to depersonalize behavior by understanding it as a biological survival mechanism, training them to recognize subtle somatic, respiratory, and muscular cues before a full behavioral outburst occurs.

A comprehensive clinical simulation sequence for undergraduate students, focusing on the assessment, design, and delivery of exposure-based interventions for anxiety disorders. Students progress from initial case formulation to live session simulation, balancing therapeutic distress with clinical alliance.

A comprehensive unit for undergraduate students focusing on the aftermath of human trafficking. Students explore trauma-informed care, legal advocacy for survivors, ethical storytelling, the neurological impacts of trauma, and community-based action planning to support recovery and reintegration.

This sequence bridges the gap between physiology and psychology, teaching students to identify emotions through interoception. Students will investigate how the nervous system manifests emotions physically, map somatic markers to specific feelings, and create personal profiles for self-monitoring.

A comprehensive unit for 11th-grade students exploring the principles of Trauma-Informed Care (TIC), de-escalation strategies, provider wellness, and cultural competency. Students transition from theoretical understanding to clinical application through simulations and policy analysis.

This sequence trains undergraduate students in the clinical assessment of trauma, focusing on identifying triggers, mapping reactivity cycles, and conducting trauma-informed intake interviews. It emphasizes the shift from pathological to trauma-informed perspectives and integrates cultural competency and safety planning.

This 12th-grade sequence focuses on the clinical identification and analysis of trauma triggers. Students learn to distinguish between internal and external cues, apply the 'Window of Tolerance' framework, and ultimately perform environmental audits to create trauma-informed spaces.

This sequence provides undergraduate students with the foundational knowledge and clinical skills necessary to prepare clients for trauma narrative work. It covers the neurobiology of traumatic memory, client stabilization techniques, and the ethical/practical assessment of client readiness.

This sequence explores the physiological and psychological connection between sound and emotion, specifically focusing on how music can be used to regulate grief and loss through the Iso-Principle. Students analyze brain responses, lyric themes, and tempo to curate personal playlists that support emotional transitions.

This sequence examines the intersection of narrative psychology and creative writing as tools for mourning. Students investigate how trauma fragments linear memory and how structured writing interventions can restore narrative coherence. Through varied writing modalities—from structured journaling to poetry—students learn to reshape the story of loss, moving from a narrative of victimization to one of survival and meaning-making.

This sequence explores the theoretical foundations and practical applications of visual art therapy techniques in the context of grief counseling. Students balance academic understanding of art therapy efficacy with the experiential learning of creating art, culminating in a personal visual grief protocol.

A therapeutic three-part module designed for individual grief processing through visual metaphors, sound/silence exercises, and reflective sketching. This program helps clients externalize and articulate complex emotions associated with loss.