ROSEMEAD SCHOOL OF PSYCHOLOGY
STH 625 Theology V: Christion Ethics (3) Asn1dy of Ch,istian ed1ics in relation to divorce, abortion, homosexuality, euthanasia, situation etliics, environmen- tal ecology and human conu·ol of human
STP 710 Sin and Psychopathology (2) An adva nced seminar exploring the concepts of sin and psychopathology. Includes a discussion of the nature and essence of psychopathology and the relationship of personal, parental and societal responsibility in personal- ity development and functioning. Prerequisites: STP 500, 72) or 722; SPY 515 and 615, STH 604 and per- mission of the instructor. Elective. (Same as SPY 605) STP 714 Conflicts in the Integration of Psychology and Theology (2) Aconsiderntion of tensions between p;y- chology and theology in areas such as self-<!steem, corporal punishment, sex roles, egalitaiianism, and divorce. A syn- thesis model is used for thinking con- structively about such tensions and iden- tifying su·engths and weaknesses of u-adi- lionally conflicting viewpoints. Prerequi- sites: STP 500, 721 or 722. Elective. STP 71 5 Contemporary Psychoanalysis and Rehgion (3) The histo1y of the concept of transfer- ence is traced, particularly as pertains to controversies in contempora1y psy- choanalysis over historical truth vs. narrative truth, and reality vs. illusion, with special attention to the formation and use of God as a foreground and background object in light of modern infant observational research. Prereq- ui sites: STP 500, 721 or 722. Elective. STP 720 Psychotherapy with Religiously Committed Patients (3) This course is a chance to share prac- tical ways of addressing clinical themes, as well as broader conceptual issues like developing a personally meaning- ful , on-going d1eology of therapy. Certain themes if handled one way allow therapy with religiously commit- ted patients to take on more depth; if handled in other ways the work assumes a more superficial quality and meets with a kind of therapeutic stale- mate, even when therapist and patient are both persons of faith. Elective. STP 721 The Nature and Scope of Integration (3) This course includes a discussion of the models, levels and areas in which integration of the theological and psy- chol og ical can occur, as well as a framework for conceptual izing the scope of integration. Prerequisites: STH 52 1, 522, 603 and second year standing. Required of Ph.D., Psy.D.
SLB 718 Advanced Gestalt (3) This course is open to students who have completed SLB 717 and focuses on the application of Gestalt therapy and techniques to group psychother- apy. Enrollment is limited and the per- mission of the instructor is required. Theology/Biblical Studies This series of courses provides students with essential biblical and theological understanding prerequi- site to effective integration of the dis- ciplines of psychology and theology. (I7 units required.) STH 521 Theology I: Foundations of Integration (3) The first of a two course sequence exploring the foundations of efforts to integrate theology and psychology. This course focuses on the historical, theological and philosophical under- pinnings of these efforts, as well as var- ious models for integration. Included is a discussion of revelation, theology of God and hermeneutical principles for sound interpretation of the Bible. Required of Psy.D. , Ph.D. STH 522 Theology II: Theological and Psychological Modes (3) The second course in foundation for the integration of psychology and the- ology attempts to interface bibli cal themes with the idea of integration. Special emphasis is placed on the rela- tionship between nature and grace , faith and learning and theology and psychology as reflected in the Old and New Testaments. Prerequisite: STH 52 1. Required of Psy.D., Ph.D. STH 603 Theology 111 (4) Man, hi s creation in the image of God, his nature, fall and the effect of sin upon the race. The salvation of God, including the Person and work of Christ. The application of salvation to men including election, regenera- tion, justification, sanctification and perseverance. Course includes a one hour lab. Required of Psy.D., Ph.D. STH 604 Theology IV (4) Astudy of the broad kingdom purpose of God and the fun1re events relating to the destiny of individuals and histo1y, including the second coming of Christ in its phases, the millennial reign of Christ, the resurrections, the judgments and eternal state. The church, its inception, its nature both as a living organism and an organization, its ordi- nances, and its place and mission in the purpose of God . Course includes a one hour lab. Required of Psy.D., Ph.D.
and other psychological problems. For- mal registration for credit is usually in the spring semester, but actual learning experiences begin in the fall semester to allowample lime for mastering the technical equipment necessary for use with clients. Students receive 10 hours of personal biofeedback. Course size is limited and requires the advance per- mission of the inso11ctor. SLB 707 Cognitive Behavior Therapy (3) This course will present a cognitive behavioral model of treatment for depression, anxiety, and the personal dis- orders. The theories of Aaron T. Beck, Donald Meichenbaum and Christine Padesky will be considered. Snidents will learn how to apply this approach with individuals and with couples. SLB 709 Therapeutic Approaches to Sexual Dysfunction (3) This course focuses exclusively on clini- cal approaches to assessment and the1-a- peulic intervention in relation to sexual dysfunction within the marital dyad. Prerequisites: SLB 671, SPY 607, 663 and permission of instrnctor. Elective. SLB 710 Existential Psychotherapy (3) Study and practice of the therapeutic relationship and the process of ther- apy from a growth or actualization perspective, including the approaches of se lected theorists such as Rogers, Gendlin, and selected existential ther- apists. Prerequisites: SPY 515 and per-
beings. Required of Psy.D., Ph.D. STH 730 Independent Study (1-3)
Individual work, directed reading or spe- cial problems in theology. Such study must be clone with the approval and supervision of a facu lty professor of record. The snident is expected to sub- mit a detailed course proposal and a bib- liography on a learning contract form available from the registrar's office. Required courses may not be taken through independent sn1dy. Elective. Integration of Psychology and Theology Rosemead's curriculum is distin- guished by a series of seminars designed to investigate the mutual relationships between theological and psychological concepts and data. These seminars con- sti lllte an essential part of Rosemead u-aining and offer students an opportu- nity to become involved in a creative application of shared insights from these related disciplines. Each student must take STP 500 and STP 721 or 722 and five additional integration semi- nars. Completion of STP 721 or 722 is a prerequisite for all other integration seminars. ( 14 units are required.) STP 500 Psychotherapy and Religion (1) An i1rn-oduction to the conu·ibutions a biblical understanding of human nature can make to the psychological practi- tioner's understanding of the thernpeu- tic process. Special attention is given to the relational dimension of human growd1 and clevelopmen t. Required of all first year snidents to be taken concur-
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mission of instructor. Elective. SLB 715 Current Psychotherapies (3)
This course focuses each time it is offered on a specific therapy not regu- larly included in Rosemead's cu rricu- lum, including such approaches as: Transactional Analysis, Adlerian, Psy- chodrama, Rational-Emotive Therapy, Reality The1'apy, and others. Teaching personnel are drawn from the profes, sional community of active prnctilioners of the specific modality to be consid- erecl. Prerequisites: as determined by
rently witJ1 STP 680 Preprnclicum. STP 705 Psychology of Rehgion 12)
A survey of the psychology of religion research emphasizing both content and methodological issues. Topics covered include religiosity and mental health, measures of religiosity, religious devel- opment, corre lates of religiosity and psychological aspects of conversion and other religious aspects. Prerequisites: STP 500, 721 or 722. Elective.
the individual instructor. Elective. SLB 717 Gestalt Psychotherapy (3)
The focus of this course 1vill present the theo1y and application of Gestalt thernpy for use with individuals and groups. This the1-apy, created by Perls and developed by Zinker & Polster, focuses on personal growth and self.acnialization. Elective.
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