University specialization diploma in Therapeutic Approach to Addictions from an Integrative Perspective

A USD in therapeutic approach to additions from an integrative and applied perspective, based on a holistic view of the individual. This training responds to the need to provide specialized therapeutic tools for the treatment of addictions, with a focus on methodological and clinical factors to address the different current psychopathological manifestations. The prestigious teaching team provides a dynamic learning experience that encourages critical thinking.

This postgraduate course is aimed at people with degrees in Psychology, Medicine/Psychiatry, Nursing and related professions.

• Hold a bachelor's or graduate degree in a health-related field (e.g., psychology, psychiatry, pediatrics, etc.).
• For psychologists, it will be considered an advantage to have completed or be currently enrolled in a master's degree in General Health Psychology, or to have an equivalent validated qualification.
• Individual or group interviews will be conducted to assess each case based on motivation, specific training in the health field, and professional and work experience.
• Students not holding a bachelor's degree or equivalent are not eligible for enrollment.

Frequently-asked questions

• How frequent are the classes? Classes are held weekly, on Tuesdays and Thursdays, from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm.
• Is it possible to follow the classes online only? All classes are offered in both in-person and online formats. If a student cannot attend in person, they can follow the classes online without any problem.
• If I can't connect to a session, will it be recorded so I can watch it at a later time? Students have access to session recordings during the academic term.
• Are the seminars held weekly or as one-time sessions? The weekend seminars are one-time events, with two expert-led sessions scheduled at specific times: Fridays from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm or Saturdays from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm.
• What does the final expert project entail? It involves an experience that allows professionals to expand their practice by adopting a highly empirical approach. Students can choose between conducting a case study or exploring a current topic covered during the course with a practical focus.
• What does an intervention from an integrative perspective mean? Integrative psychotherapy addresses human problems from a broad perspective, focusing on the individual and utilizing a wide range of techniques and resources to work with them. Based on each patient's narrative, the case is conceptualized, and the best treatment plan is selected.
• Why treat addictive behaviors from this perspective? Addictions are complex mental health issues often accompanied by other mental disorders. Since they impact all areas of an individual's life, an integrative approach is essential for their treatment.
• What sets this training apart from others? The key differentiator is the integrative theoretical framework used as a foundation for understanding cases and developing bio-psycho-social treatment plans. Psychotherapeutic practice will be developed through real clinical cases, providing a hands-on approach to consolidate and apply the knowledge gained.
• What is the objective of the course? The main goal is for students to learn how to conceptualize cases, develop treatment plans, and design rigorous psychotherapeutic intervention strategies, as well as master effective techniques tailored to each case.
• What is the profile of the teaching team? The teaching team is made up of experts with extensive clinical experience, including psychiatrists and specialized psychologists, who will provide an integrative perspective on addictions.

Coordination

Lic. Diego Aránega. Graduate in Psychology from the University of Barcelona, with a master's degree in Psychoanalytic Clinical Practice from the Clinical Section of Barcelona and a master's degree in General Health Psychology from the Open University of Madrid. Professional experience includes managing substance dependency programs (CAS Baluard) and working with multidisciplinary teams focused on diversity and vulnerability. Specializes in direct psychological care for substance dependence, mental health, community intervention, and complex cases. Expertise as a psychologist in technology addictions and pathological gambling. Active participation as an adjunct professor in the master's degree in Drug Addiction at the University of Barcelona. Provides consultancy on addictive behaviors and substance dependence. Engages in conferences and scientific research studies.

Lic. Marcela Coromina. Holder of a degree in Psychology from Ramon Llull University - FPCEE Blanquerna, with a master's degree in General Health Psychology and an official master's degree in Cognitive Behavioral, Constructivist, and Systemic Therapy from the same school. She also holds a master's degree in Integrative Psychotherapy from Institut Mensalus and a postgraduate degree in Sensorimotor Therapy from Institut Carl Rogers. Certified as an EMDR clinician. She currently works as a psychologist at Clínica Galatea and Institut Mensalus, where she also supervises psychotherapists and teaches on the master's degree in Integrative Psychotherapy. She previously worked as a psychologist at CAS Baluard for seven years and at CAS Sarrià for over ten years. She has also participated in various conferences and scientific research studies.

Lic. Jan Ivern. Holds a degree in Psychology from Ramon Llull University - FPCEE Blanquerna, with a master's degree in General Health Psychology from the same school, and a specialization in the prevention of behavioral addictions in children and adolescents from the University of Barcelona. He is currently a researcher with the Psicopersona group (Group 2021 SGR 00547) and pursuing a PhD in Psychology, focusing on mental health promotion in the video game industry. He also works as a clinical psychologist specializing in addictions, particularly related to video games and social media, at Hospital Sant Jordi and the private institute Centre Trivium. Since April 2023, he has been a member of the Working Group Council for the Video Game Committee of the Generalitat de Catalunya.

Faculty

Dr. Meritxell Pacheco. PhD in psychology, general health psychologist and psychotherapist. URL professor.

Dr. Sergi Corbella. Full professor at the URL, psychologist specializing in clinical psychology, psychotherapist, clinical supervisor.

Dr. Lluís Botella. PhD in Psychology, psychologist and psychotherapy. Professor at the URL.

Dr. Carol Palma. PhD in psychology, psychologist specializing in clinical psychology, psychotherapist. Professor at the URL.

Dr. Paco Barón. Psychiatrist at CSMA Mataró. Professor at the URL.

Dr. Anna Vilaregut. PhD in psychology, psychologist specializing in clinical psychology, psychotherapist. Professor at the URL. Twelve years of experience in CAP.

Dr. Anna Gil. PhD in psychology, more than twenty years of experience in CAP.

Lic. Jan Ivern. Doctoral student at URL Blanquerna, general health psychologist and psychotherapist. Specialist in new technologies.

Dr. Xavier Carbonell. URL professor. Psychologist and researcher specializing in addictive behaviors.

Dr. Santiago Duran-Sindreu. Head of psychiatry and addictions at Hospital de St. Pau, Barcelona.

Lic. Albert Soldevila. Psychologist at the Fundació Esportsalus and the Institut Mensalus.

Lic. Antonio de Gonzalo. Addiction psychologist.

Lic. Diego Aránega. General health psychologist, coordinator of CAS Baluard (Ciutat Vella).

Lic. Marcela Coromina. General health psychologist, coordinator and psychologist of CAS Sarrià and Psychologist at Institut Mensalus.

The admission process for the school's own degree studies is developed in 3 stages:

Application for admission

Admission

Enrollment

For any doubts or queries about the pre-enrollment or enrollment process, please contact the School's Student Information and Orientation Service
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