CBS 723 / Introduction to Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Chronic Pain

6 unit(s)

Prerequisite(s): Satisfactory completion of 720, or equivalent experience. This course is designed for students who are experienced clinical therapists.

Registration in the program or permission of the Study Area Chair

Understanding the experience and impact of chronic pain through use of the cognitive behavioural model in addition to other empirically supported theoretical models (e.g., biopsychosocial model, gate-control theoretical model). In-depth learning/understanding of assessment techniques and cognitive and behavioural treatment strategies for the management of chronic pain as well as mood disturbances (e.g., depression, anxiety, anger) that often result from pain conditions, in both adults and seniors.