ITCCN Immersion · 5th edition, CBPBE 2026
From the evidence
to competence.
A free introduction to Evidence-Based Psychology. Broaden your knowledge and bridge the gap between scientific knowledge and the challenges of practice.
◈ Online · recorded lessons and live sessions
Evidence
Learning
Practice
KNOWLEDGE THAT INFORMs PRACTICE
An invitation from the ITCCN
To go beyond theory.
10 lessons
Different perspectives in psychology
100% online
Access via the Digital Campus
Free registration
To the conference community
— A practical approach
Understanding the evidence.
Developing the practice
The immersion programme brings together topics such as assessment, intervention, career development and professional training in a learning experience guided by Evidence-Based Psychology.
A space to find out about the ITCCN, explore different fields of psychology and reflect on the skills required for professional practice.
Build foundations
Science as a starting point
A course that emphasises critical analysis and the rationale behind professional decisions.
Develop skills
A look at know-how
Topics that link the study of skills to the challenges encountered in practice.
Delve deeper and research
Different ways of learning.
Recorded lessons and live sessions, all brought together in an environment dedicated to your training.
— Immersion teachers
Meet the driver
immersion.
Find out about the teachers’ backgrounds and the topics each one will be presenting during this learning journey.
Especially Felipe Fernandes
Course leader
About the lecturer
Psychologist, neuropsychologist, university lecturer and researcher. Currently studying for a Master’s degree in Education, specialising in evidence-based and competence-based training in the undergraduate Psychology programme.
Mr Guilherme Carvalho
Course leader
About the lecturer
Psychologist, neuropsychologist, lecturer and researcher. PhD candidate in Human Development Sciences (Mackenzie). Specialising in the development, adaptation and validation of psychological assessment tools.
Mr Hamilton Mendes
Course leader
About the lecturer
Psychologist, neuropsychologist, lecturer and researcher. PhD candidate in Psychology (PUC-Campinas). A leading expert in neurodevelopmental disorders and learning processes.
Esp. Leonan Pereira
Course leader
About the lecturer
Psychologist, clinical supervisor, lecturer and researcher. Currently studying for a Master’s degree in Psychology (USF). Specialist in Clinical Behavioural Analysis (IBAC) and PBE (InPBE). Researcher specialising in Behavioural Activation for Depression.
Esp. Rodrigo Borborema
Course leader
About the lecturer
Psicólogo, professor e pesquisador. Mestrando em Psicologia Clínica (USP), especialista em Clínica Analítico-Comportamental (Instituto Par) e TCC (PUC-RS), além de formações em PBE (InPBE) e ACT (Instituto Par). Pesquisador no Laboratório de Psicologia do Sono e Psicoterapia Comportamental (USP). Diretor da ABPBE.
Esp.Debora Rodrigues
Course leader
About the lecturer
Psychologist, neuropsychologist, lecturer and researcher. Master’s student in Psychology (USF). Specialist in Cognitive-Behavioural and Contextual Therapies (PUC-PR). Competence-based supervisor.
Esp. Fernando Freitas
Course leader
About the lecturer
Psicólogo, Neuropsicólogo, professor universitário e pesquisador. Mestrando em Psicologia (USF). Especialista em Psicologia Organizacional (UAM), Analise do Comportamento (IBAC), Terapia Cognitivo-Comportamental (CETCC) e Neuropsicologia (USJT). Coordenador Regional (SP) e Membro da Comissão Científica da ABPBE.
Esp. Yuri Banov
Course leader
About the lecturer
Psicólogo, professor e pesquisador. Especialista em Psicologia Baseada em Evidências (Grupo PBE Educação). Prêmio Láurea Acadêmica (UFF). Divulgador científico de Psicologia, possui ênfase em Protocolo Unificado. Possui expertise em implementação e gestão de Ligas Acadêmicas de Psicologia.
Esp. Jackie Oliveira
Course leader
About the lecturer
Psicóloga, professora e pesquisadora. Graduada em Psicologia (UFSC), especialista em Neuropsicologia (FAAL), intercâmbio internacional (Université Stendhal), pós-graduanda em Terapia Analítico-Comportamental e Terapia Baseada em Processos (Díadelab). Atua com ênfase em DBT, TAC e TCC. Primeiro lugar do Prêmio ABRP-SP na categoria Projetos Experimentais-Setor Público.
Esp. Fernanda Mion
Course leader
About the lecturer
Psicóloga e professora. Especialista em Terapia Cognitivo-Comportamental (CTC VEDA). Gestora e supervisora de Clínica de Psicologia (Harmonie Instituto), extensão em Neurociência do Comportamento (UNIFESP). Ênfase em Terapia de Sessão Única (TSU), Intervenções para Ansiedade e Treinamento de Habilidades Sociais.
Esp. Talita Silva Meneses
Course leader
About the lecturer
Psicóloga e professora. Especialista em Terapia Cognitivo-Comportamental (CTC Veda). Pós-Graduanda em DBT (CTC Veda). Atua como ênfase em Transtorno de Personalidade Borderline e Transtorno Afetivo Bipolar.
— O percurso da imersão
Ten lessons.
New connections.
Explore the topics and discover where they intersect with your interests and your practice.
10 lessons along the way
01
Competency-Based Supervision
Skills
01
Competency-Based Supervision
Skills
A look at supervision and the development of the skills that underpin professional practice.
02
An Introduction to Evidence-Based Vocational and Career Guidance
Career
02
An Introduction to Evidence-Based Vocational and Career Guidance
Career
An approach to vocational and career guidance from an evidence-based perspective.
03
Common mistakes in the diagnosis of adults with autism
Clinical assessment
03
Common mistakes in the diagnosis of adults with autism
Clinical assessment
A section dedicated to reflecting on the difficulties and errors that can arise in the diagnosis of autism in adulthood.
04
An Introduction to Therapeutic Support
Clinical practice
04
An Introduction to Therapeutic Support
Clinical practice
An introduction to therapeutic support and the issues involved in this field of practice.
05
Initial Interview Method
Clinical interview
05
Initial Interview Method
Clinical interview
An initial consultation, which is an important step in understanding the patient’s needs and guiding clinical practice.
06
Functional Behaviour Analysis
Fundamentals
06
Functional Behaviour Analysis
Fundamentals
An exploration of functional analysis and an examination of the relationship between behaviour and context.
07
Neuropsychology of Brain Tumours
Clinical assessment
07
Neuropsychology of Brain Tumours
Clinical assessment
Introdução à avaliação e reabilitação neuropsicológica e cognitiva em pacientes com Tumores Cerebrais.
08
An Introduction to Evidence-Based Psychology
Fundamentals
08
An Introduction to Evidence-Based Psychology
Fundamentals
A starting point for learning about Evidence-Based Psychology and reflecting on well-founded professional decisions.
09
Clinical management of borderline personality disorder with bipolar disorder using CBT
Clinical intervention
09
Clinical management of borderline personality disorder with bipolar disorder using CBT
Clinical intervention
An approach to issues relating to the clinical management of the co-occurrence of borderline personality disorder and bipolar disorder in CBT.
10
Unified Protocol — Module 1: Goals and Motivation
Clinical intervention
10
Unified Protocol — Module 1: Goals and Motivation
Clinical intervention
An introduction to working with goals and motivation in the first module of the Unified Protocol.
The planned programme of topics. Tutors, dates and the format of each session will be confirmed in the immersion programme.
— Seu ambiente de aprendizagem
The experience continues
on the Digital Campus.
A place where you can find your programme, access the lessons and follow the immersion guidelines, all with the ITCCN’s distinctive style and care.
Find out how to take part ↗ITCCN / DIGITAL CAMPUS
Your learning journey
Welcome to the ITCCN Immersion Programme.
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Start here
Welcome and programme
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Recorded lessons
Content brought together in one place
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Live events
Schedule and access information
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Access via login and registration · illustrative example
— Do convite à primeira aula
Your next step
It starts here.
The immersion programme was designed to bring together the learning pathway on the ITCCN Digital Campus.
01 / REGISTRATION
Please register.
On the Digital Campus, enter your details or use your existing account to take part in the immersion programme free of charge.
02 / ACCESS
Enter the Campus.
Get the access instructions and discover the immersive experience in your learning environment.
03 / PARTICIPATION
Keep up with the lessons.
Explore the recorded content and check the timings and format of each live session.
Meetings with guest lecturers. The detailed schedule will be confirmed in the programme.
— Imersão ITCCN
Bringing science closer
and practical.
An invitation to the conference community to discover new perspectives and gain an insight into the ITCCN’s training ecosystem.
✓ Free admission
✓ Ten themes to expand your repertoire
✓ Recorded lessons and live sessions
✓ Access organised by Campus Digital
From evidence to competence.
Enrolment via the Digital Campus
Your first step.
Register on the ITCCN Digital Campus. Registration details and guidance on accessing the immersion programme will be available on the learning platform.
Sign up for free ↗Registration opens soon. The link will be posted here.
— Antes de começar
Some
answers.
Is the immersion course free?
Yes. The aim of the ITCCN Immersion programme is to offer free participation, subject to registration, as an invitation to the conference community.
Will the lessons be online?
Yes. The immersion programme combines recorded lessons and live sessions. The Digital Campus will bring together the programme and guidance on how to access each lesson.
When do the in-person meetings take place?
The dates and times are currently being confirmed with the guest lecturers. Please check the timetable, which will be made available on the Digital Campus before each session.
Will there be any practical activities?
The format will be decided on a class-by-class basis. Where there are practical activities requiring participation via camera or microphone, participants will be informed in advance of the conditions and any limits on the number of places available.
Will there be a certificate?
The course workload and certification criteria are yet to be confirmed. The final details will be set out in the immersion programme.
How do I register?
Registration will take place on the ITCCN Digital Campus. As soon as the address is available, the button on this page will take you to the registration form.
Institute of Cognitive-Behavioural Therapies and Neuroscience. Training guided by evidence-based psychology.
© 2026 ITCCN · From evidence to expertise.
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