STMC 522 - Relationship and Pastoral Therapy: Identity and Ethics

3 credit hours

This course is a survey of professional identity, ethical standards, and moral dilemmas in Christian ethics for relationship and pastoral therapy students. The course is rooted in Christian moral principles and theological virtues that shape practice, training, supervision, and consultation for pastoral counselors and relationship therapists. Students will gain knowledge of professional roles including being therapist for families, individuals, and groups within in various milieus (e.g., community agencies, places of worship, and private practice). In addition, the course will cover ethical codes from American Association of Marriage and Family Therapy (AAMFT) and the American Association of Pastoral Counselors (AAPC). Students will study current Washington Administrative Codes (WAC) that relate to the profession. Majors only.