Fall 2026 Adjunct Faculty COUN 731-02 : Treatment of Children

Per course adjunct faculty for the Counseling program's course, COUN 731-02 Location: Moraga, CA Open Date: 2026-05-07 Deadline: 2026-05-22 Description: COUN 731: TREATMENT OF CHILDREN (3 Units) Thursdays 4:15pm-7:00pm August 30 - December 18, 2026 Course Description: Treatment of Children, COUN 731, is a survey class on a variety of theories, techniques and modalities to the treatment of children individually and in a family context. This class includes a social justice, multicultural and trauma-informed frames from which to conceptualize children and youth clinical cases. Some of the modalities which will be introduced and practiced are play, art, and sand tray therapy. This class will teach you how to apply said modalities to theoretical orientations. Discussion will include: 1) assessment, 2) therapeutic relationships, 3) complex trauma, 4) historical and intergenerational trauma, 5) socio-emotional wellness, 6) infant/child and parent psychotherapy, 7) treatment planning, 8) divorce, 9) peace corners, 10) domestic and community violence, 11) bullying, 12) child symptomatology, 13) development and 14) socio-cultural constructs. Required Qualifications: Candidates must have an M.S., M.A. or Ph.D. in the relevant area of Counseling or Psychology. Experience teaching at the graduate level or at least 3 years of experience as a practicing clinician (i.e., MFT, PCC, Clinical or Counseling Psychologist, School Counselor, School Psychologist). Preferred Qualifications: A Ph.D. in Counseling or Psychology is highly desirable. A successful record of teaching experience at the graduate level. Current license in Marriage & Family Therapy, Professional Clinical Counseling, Educational Psychology, Psychology or PPS Credential in School Counseling or School Psychology. A demonstrated commitment to teaching excellence, multicultural/international competence, social justice, clinical expertise, and familiarity with counseling & psychological theory and practice. To apply, visit https://apply.interfolio.com/186066