HUM9997 Title: The Applications of Humor in Psychotherapy: An Overview for Mental Health Clinicians Description: The objective of this course is to provide the mental health clinician with a comprehensive introductory overview of the appropriate and inappropriate uses of humor in psychotherapy. When the trainee completes this course, he/she will: -Understand the nature of humor and the history of the use of humor in psychotherapy -Know the benefits and risks of using humor in psychotherapy -Grasp the contraindications and misuses of humor in psychotherapy. -Comprehend the complications of using humor with different patient populations: adult, child, adolescent, groups, couples -Learn skills in applying humor successfully in psychotherapy This course is primarily designed for clinicians in the earlier stages of their career, or for more advanced clinicians reviewing basic concepts in this area. This course was written by Jad Tompkins, LCSW with guidance and input from other senior yourceus.com, Inc. course developers and from NASW GA. Mr. Tompkins is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 10 years experience in clinical practice. He has been involved in researching humor and its uses in psychotherapy for much of the last decade. He currently provides both psychotherapy and training services at Emory University, and maintains a private practice.