Fall 2026 Adjunct Faculty COUN 731-02 : Treatment of Children

Fall 2026 Adjunct Faculty

COUN 731-02

: Treatment of Children Saint Mary's College of California - 4.0 Moraga, CA Job Details 1 day ago Qualifications School experience LMFT Working with graduate students Master's degree in psychology Mid-level 3 years Master's degree in educational psychology Play therapy Doctor of Philosophy Counseling Master of Science Doctoral degree in counseling Psychology University teaching experience Master of Arts Doctoral degree in psychology Doctoral degree in educational psychology Child & family counseling Higher education teaching Practicing as a mental health professional Ph.D. in Psychology School Counseling Certification Master's degree in counseling Teaching Full Job Description Fall 2026 Adjunct Faculty

COUN 731-02

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Treatment of Children Location:

Moraga, CA Open Date:

2026-05-07

Deadline:

2026-05-22

Description:

Per course adjunct faculty for the Counseling program's course, COUN 731-02 Founded in 1863, Saint Mary's is a residential campus nestled 20 miles east of San Francisco in the picturesque Moraga Valley. Based in the Catholic, Lasallian and Liberal Arts traditions, Saint Mary's currently enrolls more than 4,000 students from diverse backgrounds in undergraduate and graduate programs. The De La Salle Christian Brothers, the largest teaching order of the Roman Catholic Church, guide the spiritual and academic character of the College. As a comprehensive and independent institution, Saint Mary's offers undergraduate and graduate programs integrating liberal and professional education. Saint Mary's reputation for excellence, innovation, and responsiveness in education stems from its vibrant heritage as a Catholic, Lasallian and Liberal Arts institution. An outstanding, committed faculty and staff that value shared inquiry, integrative learning, and student interaction bring these traditions to life in the 21st century. The College is committed to the educational benefits of diversity.

Qualifications:

COUN 731

TREATMENT

OF CHILDREN

(3 Units) Thursdays 4:15pm-7:00pm August 30 -December 18, 2026

Course Description:

Treatment of Children, COUN 731, is a survey class on a variety of theories, techniques and modalities to the treatment of children individually and in a family context. This class includes a social justice, multicultural and trauma-informed frames from which to conceptualize children and youth clinical cases. Some of the modalities which will be introduced and practiced are play, art, and sand tray therapy. This class will teach you how to apply said modalities to theoretical orientations.

Discussion will include:

1) assessment, 2) therapeutic relationships, 3) complex trauma, 4) historical and intergenerational trauma, 5) socio-emotional wellness, 6) infant/child and parent psychotherapy, 7) treatment planning, 8) divorce, 9) peace corners, 10) domestic and community violence, 11) bullying, 12) child symptomatology, 13) development and 14) socio-cultural constructs. Through the readings, discussions and experientials, this course will look at the historical development of child therapy, key theoreticians and practitioners in the field.

Required Qualifications:

Candidates must have an M.S., M.A. or Ph.D. in the relevant area of Counseling or Psychology. Experience teaching at the graduate level or at least 3 years of experience as a practicing clinician (i.e., MFT, PCC, Clinical or Counseling Psychologist, School Counselor, School Psychologist).

Preferred Qualifications:

A Ph.D. in Counseling or Psychology is highly desirable. A successful record of teaching experience at the graduate level. Current license in Marriage & Family Therapy, Professional Clinical Counseling, Educational Psychology, Psychology or PPS Credential in School Counseling or School Psychology. A demonstrated commitment to teaching excellence, multicultural/international competence, social justice, clinical expertise, and familiarity with counseling & psychological theory and practice. To apply, visit https://apply.interfolio.com/186066 jeid-ba044cb13040bd4395c4157d19c5c62e