Fall Adjunct Faculty COUN Theories of Counseling

Fall 2026 Adjunct Faculty COUN 604 01:
Theories of Counseling Location

Moraga, CA

Per course adjunct faculty for the Counseling program's course, COUN 604-01.

Course: COUN 604 Theories of Counseling (3 Units).

Schedule:

Monday 4:15 PM - 7:00 PM, August 30 - December 18, 2026.

This foundational course provides students with an overview of the historical development of psychotherapy and counseling theories, including both traditional and more recent approaches. An emphasis is placed on understanding the major theorists' basic assumptions about human nature and mental health, and their primary concepts, general approach, and techniques. Application of various theories is demonstrated through video, role‑play, in‑class group activities and/or transcripts in the textbooks.

Students are encouraged to further investigate those theories that most interest them and to begin developing their own holistic, integrated counseling philosophy. The course includes an introduction to the findings of research evaluating the efficacy and efficaciousness of a wide variety of counseling theories.

• M.S., M.A., or Ph.D. in Counseling or Psychology, plus experience teaching at the graduate level or at least 3 years of experience as a practicing clinician (e.g., MFT, PCC, Clinical or Counseling Psychologist, School Counselor, School Psychologist). Must be a California resident.

• Ph.D. in Counseling or Psychology highly desirable.
• Current license in Marriage & Family Therapy, Professional Clinical Counseling, Educational Psychology, Psychology, or a PPS Credential in School Counseling or School Psychology.
• Demonstrated commitment to teaching excellence, multicultural/international competence, social justice, clinical expertise, and familiarity with counseling and psychological theory and practice.