Trauma and trauma therapy is a core theoretical practice requirement for counselors in training and practice. The course equips students with relevant knowledge and skills to offer trauma focused therapy. This course can be a specialization area for students during practicum and advanced internship and practice. Competence in trauma therapy is critical for professional Counseling Psychologists working with vulnerable individuals and communities.

The course is designed to assist students in explaining the concept of trauma, differentiate between trauma and crisis, identify signs and symptoms of posttraumatic stress disorder, examine the impact of trauma, assess counseling cases that qualify for trauma therapy, prepare trauma counseling treatment plans, and apply trauma focused therapy in counseling practice.