REQUIRED TEXTS & READINGS
Cooper, M. G., & Lesser, J. G. (2022). Clinical social work practice: An integrated approach (6e ed.). Pearson.
Theory Paper Benchmark: Competency 8
• Student will prepare an 8-10 page paper that provides an overview of a theory covered in the course text, lectures, or supplemental materials (Systems, Behavioral-Cognitive, Psychoanalytic, Neurobiology, etc.). Using a minimum of five scholarly research articles, published in the last 8 years, student will identify and thoroughly discuss…
° The origination and historical development of the theory;
° Key concepts and assumptions of the theory;
° The treatment approach, models, or interventions associated with the theory;
° Evidence-based practices justifying the approach;
° Theoretical responses to diverse clientele; and
° Anticipated power differentials, ethical issues, clinical boundaries, transference, and counter-transference issues, especially as they relate to social work practice in the rural environment.