Discover the most proven models in cognitive-behavioral psycho-oncology"

The tools developed in psycho-oncology have helped to improve care for cancer patients and their families. These range from prevention and early diagnosis to support during the treatment phase and at the end of treatment. Therefore, it is necessary that future psychologists interested in the area know them and know how to apply them. 

The postgraduate certificate in Psychological Treatments in Cancer and Third Generation Therapies Therapies will present those cognitive behavioral models that have been developed to reduce the patient's anxiety and immune response, favoring the acceptance of the diagnosis and coping with the disease. All of these are factors that, when not properly addressed, have an impact on the health of the individual. Therefore, this program helps to facilitate the alliance with the medical team and the patient. 

On the other hand, from the Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) position, the psychologist will provide help to patients who must come to terms with aspects of their lives that they cannot control, such as their cancer diagnosis, their fear of death or feelings of anxiety. It will also help to find activities that are valuable to the person, so that their goals and aspirations are not paralyzed during the disease process.  

At the end of the program, students will be able to apply the appropriate techniques to treat their patients, making it an excellent opportunity for the psychologist who wishes to work in a private practice or directly in the oncology department of a hospital.

Help patients determine realistic goals for coping with the disease”

This postgraduate certificate in Psychological Treatments in Cancer and Third Generation Therapies contains the most complete and up-to-date educational program on the market. The most important features include:

• Practical cases presented by experts in Psycho-Oncology
• The graphic, schematic, and practical contents with which they are created, provide scientific and practical information on the disciplines that are essential for professional practice 
• Practical exercises where self assessment can be used to improve learning 
• Special emphasis on innovative methodologies  
• Theoretical lessons, questions to the expert, debate forums on controversial topics, and individual reflection assignments 
• Content that is accessible from any fixed or portable device with an Internet connection

Apply the right technique to mitigate the negative feelings caused by cancer”

The program includes, in its teaching staff, professionals from the sector who bring to this training the experience of their work, in addition to recognized specialists from prestigious reference societies and universities.  

Its multimedia content, developed with the latest educational technology, will allow professionals situated and contextual learning, i.e. a simulated environment that will provide immersive education programmed to learn for real situations.  

This program is designed around Problem-Based Learning, whereby the professional must try to solve the different professional practice situations that arise throughout the program. For this purpose, the student will be assisted by an innovative interactive video system created by renowned and experienced experts.   

Ensure the integrity of the palliative care patient by employing dignity therapy"

Assess and intervene in maladaptive behaviors and emotions that affect treatment outcomes"

The design of this program will help the student to learn about the latest advances in cognitive behavioral models that reduce the negative effects caused by cancer diagnosis and treatment. These are focused on problem-solving techniques, cognitive restructuring, guided imagery, biofeedback, relaxation and coping skills training. In this way, students will be able to help cancer patients to live meaningfully, in a fulfilling way, maintaining and expanding the reasons to continue fighting the disease.

Produce a healthy change in your cancer patient's mind using guided imagery”

General Objectives

• Gain in depth knowledge of the different therapeutic options in the psychological treatment of cancer
• Contribute to the control of mood alterations through appropriate psychological strategies
• Know how to assess and intervene in adaptive and maladaptive emotions and behaviors

Specific Objectives

• Determine realistic treatment objectives together with the patient and/or their family
• Be trained in the methods of intervention with cancer patients, particularly empirically supported treatment techniques
• Identify those somatic symptoms and/or psychological alterations that are perceived by the patient as a threat
• Detect and enhance, as far as possible, the patient's own resources

Improve a patient's quality of life by eliminating the fear and phobias that develop in the disease”