Course Information

Course Information
Course Title Code Language Type Semester L+U Hour Credits ECTS
Psychological Counseling Theories PAE204 Turkish Compulsory 4. Semester 3 + 0 3.0 6.0
Prerequisite Courses
Course Level Undergraduate
Mode of delivery face to face
Course Coordinator Doç. Dr. Tuğba Seda ÇOLAK TURAN
Instructor(s)
Goals Learning theories in counseling and techniques in these theories
Course Content Conditions in which theories in counseling emerged, general view to human nature, basic concepts and principles, therapeutic goals, roles of counselor and client, techniques in counseling
Learning Outcomes
# Öğrenme Kazanımı
1 Know the theories in counseling
2 Choose the theory fit
3 Know the differences of theories
4 Know the roles and responsibilities assigned by theories to the counselor
5 Know the techniques and apply when needed
6 know the advantages and disadvantage iof theories
Lesson Plan (Weekly Topics)
Week Topics/Applications Method
1. Week Introduction: Scope, the importance, and responsibilities Preparation, After Class Study
2. Week Introduction to theories: What is a theory, effective counselor characteristics, differences of theories Other Activities, Research, Preparation, After Class Study, Interview
3. Week Psychoanalytic theory Interview, Other Activities, Research, Preparation, After Class Study
4. Week Individual psychology Research, Other Activities, Preparation, After Class Study
5. Week Existential Psychology Preparation, After Class Study, Research, Other Activities, Interview
6. Week logotherapy Research, Preparation, After Class Study
7. Week midterm Interview, Other Activities
8. Week Person-centered approach Other Activities, Interview, Research, Preparation, After Class Study
9. Week Gestalt approach Research, Other Activities, Interview, Preparation, After Class Study
10. Week Behavioral approach in psychotherapy Preparation, After Class Study, Research, Other Activities, Interview
11. Week Cognitive behavioral approach Interview, Other Activities, Research, Preparation, After Class Study
12. Week Cognitive behavioral approach Research, Other Activities, Interview, Preparation, After Class Study
13. Week Post-Modern Approaches Preparation, After Class Study, Research, Other Activities
14. Week Post-Modern Approaches Research, Preparation, After Class Study, Other Activities
15. Week final
*Midterm and final exam dates are not specified in the 14-week course operation plan. Midterm and final exam dates are held on the dates specified in the academic calendar with the decision of the University Senate.
The Matrix for Course & Program Learning Outcomes
No Program Requirements Level of Contribution
1 2 3 4 5
1 Explains the basic concepts and principles related to the field of Psychological Counseling and Guidance
2 Supports individuals' self-realization and psychological well-being with a multidisciplinary approach by taking into account the new paradigms in the field of counseling and guidance.
8 Plans, implements, and evaluates the learning-teaching process effectively, considering the curricula' basic concepts, principles, and characteristics.
10 Follows the innovation, development, and 21st-century skills in the teaching profession and reflects these developments and skills to research and practice based on scientific principles.
Relations with Education Attainment Program Course Competencies
Program Requirements DK1 DK2 DK3 DK4 DK5 DK6
PY1 5 5 5 5 5 5
PY2 7 7 7 7 7 7
PY8 10 10 10 10 10 10
PY10 10 0 0 0 6 6
Recommended Sources
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Diğer Kaynaklar
  • Corey, G. (2009). Psikolojik Danışma Kuramları. Ankara: Mentis yay.
  • Karahan, T.F. ve Sardoğan, M.E. (2004).Psikolojik Danışma ve Psikoterapide Kuramlar. Samsun: Deniz Kültür
  • Murdock, N. L. (2016). Psikolojik Danışma ve Psikoterapi Kuramları. Ankara: Nobel yay
ECTS credits and course workload
ECTS credits and course workload Quantity Duration (Hour) Total Workload (Hour)
Ders İçi
Class Hours 14 2 28
Ders Dışı
Preparation, After Class Study 14 2 28
Research 13 1 13
Other Activities 10 3 30
Sınavlar
Midterm 1 1 24 24
Final 1 30 30
Total Workload 153
*AKTS = (Total Workload) / 25,5 ECTS Credit of the Course 6.0