Psychological & Brain Sciences 391NB - S-Neurobio of Psychotherapy

Spring
2026
01
3.00
Matthew Hartsock

TU TH 8:30AM 9:45AM

UMass Amherst
82212
Tobin Hall room 307
mhartsock@umass.edu
Mental health counseling remains a leading treatment option for conditions such as anxiety, depression, and obsessive-compulsive disorder. Yet the neurobiological mechanisms by which counseling exerts its effects are little discussed in a neuroscientific context. In this course, we will explore how counseling can influence cognition, emotion, and behavior through changes in brain function.

Open to junior and senior Psychology or Neuroscience majors. Pre Req: PSYCH 241 When taken in combination with Psych 494PI, this course can count towards the Integrative Experience (IE) requirement for Primary Psychology majors. This course and 494PI do not need to be taken in the same semester

Permission is required for interchange registration during the add/drop period only.