POSTGRADUATE PROSPECTUS - London School of Theology

LST 06MA in IntegrativePsychotherapyWith a focus on integrating Christianworldview and philosophyIntegrative Psychotherapy is now a well establishedmovement, with over 50% of counsellors describingthemselves as integrative, rather than holding an allegiancejust to one therapeutic approach. Our MA stands in thismovement, seeking to integrate Christian faith, theology,worldview and spirituality into the process and understandingof therapy. Find out what it might mean for you to be anintegrative therapist, with a well-founded understandingof your therapeutic practice, and of yourself, and of theChristian faith, and how they all fit together.As with our undergraduate programme in Theology &Counselling, the MA is a joint venture between LST and CWR.COURSE CONTENTThe course consists of two core modules(60-credits) and three optional modules(60-credits), culminating in the dissertation(60-credits). In line with other psychotherapycourses at Master’s level, you will alsobe expected to have your own personaltherapy (30 hours minimum) and to joinin a group process, exploring the impactof the experience as you move throughthe programme – so that you can becomeclearer about what it means for you to beintegrative.The core modules are at the heart of thecourse and will explore the integration of thepsychotherapeutic and theological literatureand emerging themes, particularly focusingon relationality and what this means for us intheology, in psychology, and in counselling.It will be a great opportunity to explore yourown underlying philosophy, anthropology andrelationality, and how these impact on yourclinical practice.Core modulesv Integrative Psychotherapy in ChristianPerspective: Being and Relating.v Integrative Psychotherapy in ChristianPerspective: Body, Mind and Story.Optional modulesv Psychotherapeutic Approaches toAddictions – drawing from theological,psychological and psychotherapy literature,this module will enable you to think abouttheories of change, and how to work ina psychotherapy context with clientsrecovering from various addictions.v Systems of Relationship – this modulefocuses on people in systems such ascouples, families and other groups. It willexplore systems from a theological andpsychological perspective, as well as helpyou apply different systemic theories inpractice.v The Use of Art in Therapy – this ‘handson’module will explore the use of art asa medium in the therapeutic process. Youwill engage in personal creative explorationwith different art materials and reflect onyour experience, referencing theologicalideas around human creative activity and aCreator God.v Contemporary Cognitive Approaches –this module aims to introduce you tosome of the newest developments incognitive approaches to therapy. It willcover approaches such as Mindfulness, theCognitive Behavioural Analysis System ofPsychotherapy and Schema Therapy.DissertationThe dissertation will focus all of yourlearning onto the topic of your choice. Aswell as critically evaluating the relevantpsychotherapeutic and theological theories,you will reflect on the implications of thesefor your clinical practice and your ownintegrative philosophy. The word count forthe dissertation is 12,000-15,000 words. Youwill receive supervision at LST to support youin completing the dissertation module.Course LengthFull-time: 12 monthsPart-time: 2-3 years(usually 1 day per week at LST)COURSE DELIVERYThe optional modules, like the core modules,will be seminar based. You will contributeto your own learning by presenting some ofthe topics. As well as the more theoreticalelements, there will be a chance to learnthe application of skills through group work,demonstrations, discussion of your clinicalwork and other reflective exercises. Pleasenote: optional modules will run with aminimum of 5 students.LST5642 - Postgraduate Prospectus revise v8REPRO.indd 6 12/08/2011 12:32