Psycho-oncology in Practice: Psychological Treatment of Medical Patients With Cancer

This workshop provides foundational knowledge to mental health professionals who are new to the field of psycho-oncology, about common problems (e.g. depression, anxiety) encountered in the context of cancer care and psychological approaches to treatment. Ellen A. Dornelas, PhD, incorporates clinical examples and relevant research to illustrate essential concepts in the delivery of psycho-oncology services.

Original webcast date: Feb. 12, 2020

• Assess the basic psychological needs of cancer patients across a broad spectrum of diagnoses and stages of disease.
• Discuss potential psychological treatment services that could be provided to cancer patients by therapists working in the community setting.

Ellen A. Dornelas, PhD