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Master's in Cognitive Behavioral Psychotherapy
Trains psychologists in technical and personal skills for effective psychotherapeutic practice. The program focuses on providing essential theoretical and practical experience and knowledge to address cases of varying complexity with a cognitive-behavioral approach, ensuring safe and responsible intervention.
Start: agosto de 2026
16 Meses
online
What you will learn in the Master's in Cognitive Behavioral Psychotherapy
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Foundations of cognitive behavioral psychotherapy Understand the theoretical and practical principles of this therapeutic approach.
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Psychological assessment Learn to perform psychological evaluations to diagnose disorders and design intervention plans.
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Therapeutic techniques and strategies Learn and apply techniques and strategies of cognitive behavioral therapy in clinical practice.
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Psychological disorders Acquire knowledge about different psychological disorders and their treatment with cognitive behavioral therapy.
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Research in psychotherapy Participates in research that contributes to the advancement of knowledge in cognitive behavioral psychotherapy.
Revoluciona el mundo con la Master’s in Cognitive Behavioral Psychotherapy
Become a specialized professional in cognitive behavioral psychotherapy and contribute to improving people’s mental health and emotional well-being, offering effective and individual-centered interventions.
Plan de estudios — Master’s in Cognitive Behavioral Psychotherapy
MODULE 1: ASSESSMENT OF PSYCHOLOGICAL PROBLEMS AND THERAPEUTIC DESIGN
- Concept and Historical Review
- Basic Models of Clinical Assessment
- Initial Assessment
- Information Gathering Methods
- Interpretation of Results and Report
- Skills in Assessment
- Plan Design and Evaluation
MODULE 2: THE CLINICAL INTERVIEW
- General aspects
- Prior conditions
- Phases of the interview.
- Interviewing skills.
- Therapist errors.
- Resolution of difficult situations.
MODULE 3: BEHAVIORAL TECHNOLOGY
- Introduction to modification techniques
- Activation Control
- Exposure and variants.
- Behavioral experiments.
- Modeling and Behavioral Rehearsal
- Behavioral Control Techniques.
- Complementary Techniques.
MODULE 4: COGNITIVE THERAPY
- Historical introduction and general aspects
- Main cognitive-behavioral therapeutic processes
- The cognitive therapy process
- Cognitive restructuring
- Additional cognitive techniques
- Cognitive-behavioral assessment
MODULE 5: PSYCHOTHERAPIST'S SOCIAL SKILLS
- Assistance relationship.
- Communication
MODULE 6: COGNITIVE BEHAVIORAL PSYCHOTHERAPY IN ANXIETY DISORDERS
- Panic disorder
- Specific phobia.
- Social phobia.
- Generalized anxiety disorder (GAD)
- Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)
- Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
MODULE 7: COGNITIVE BEHAVIORAL PSYCHOTHERAPY IN DEPRESSIVE DISORDERS
- Explanatory models
- Generalities and differentiation
- Affective disorders.
- Treatments for general approach.
- Specific Treatments
- Bipolar Disorder
- Patients with Suicidal Ideation
MODULE 8 SOCIAL SKILLS TRAINING
- Assertiveness and social skills.
- Assessment techniques
- Treatments and EHS Programs
MODULE 9: COGNITIVE BEHAVIORAL PSYCHOTHERAPY IN ADDICTIONS
- Pathological gambling.
- Other modalities of non-substance addictions.
- Predisposing factors and explanatory models.
- Assessment techniques
- Intervention techniques
MODULE 10: COGNITIVE BEHAVIORAL PSYCHOTHERAPY IN COUPLE PROBLEMS
- Basic concepts about the relationship
- Introduction and theoretical contributions.
- Couple assessment
- Intervention models
- Cognitive intervention
- Special situations
MODULE 11: COGNITIVE BEHAVIORAL PSYCHOTHERAPY IN SEXUAL PROBLEMS
- Physiology and sexual response
- Classification and diagnosis
- Causal factors
- Sexuality Assessment
- Treatment of dysfunctions
MODULE 12: CLINICAL CASE STUDY
- Clinical Session Methodology
- Session-by-Session Treatment Design
- Discussion and Resolution
- Applied Ethics and Deontology
Explora tus oportunidades laborales
Picture yourself in exciting career opportunities!
Psychotherapist
Offers cognitive behavioral therapy to patients with various psychological disorders.
Psychotherapy researcher
Participates in research that contributes to the advancement of knowledge in cognitive behavioral psychotherapy.
University lecturer
Teaches courses and workshops on cognitive behavioral psychotherapy in educational institutions.
Why study the Master’s in Cognitive Behavioral Psychotherapy?
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Academic excellence Our program is backed by a team of highly qualified professionals in the field of cognitive behavioral psychotherapy.
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Support and follow-up You will have the support of our teachers and tutors throughout the learning process.
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Practical approach You will learn through clinical cases and real situations, which will allow you to develop practical skills for your professional practice.
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Flexibility Our study modality allows you to adapt your studies to your needs and responsibilities.
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Job opportunities Upon graduation, you will have access to a wide range of job opportunities in the field of cognitive behavioral psychotherapy.
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