CSL 576 Disaster, Crisis, Trauma Cnslg

This course will examine counseling approached to assist mental health professionals in effectively addressing crises, disaster and other trauma-causing events in individuals, schools and communities with an emphasis on counselor self-care. Centered on the principles of crisis intervention, disaster mental health and trauma-informed care, this course will examine the psychological impact of trauma-causing events from multiple perspectives, including neurobiological and post-traumatic growth approaches. Special attention will be placed on helping students apply skills grounded in culturally informed assessment and intervention with a focus on ethical and legal issues.