Paola Obrador Pellicer · Director
General Health Psychologist
Collegiate Nº B-1815
I decided I wanted to become a psychologist at the age of 13… I started out knowing that I wanted to help people and, among all the possible career paths, I realized at that early age that my vocation was psychology. With that goal in mind, I began my Degree in Psychology and, even before completing it, I became particularly interested in sexology and relationship issues as areas of specialization… Cupid sometimes needs a little help, as they say… So I completed a Master’s Degree in Sexology and Couples Therapy and, around 2008, I began my professional career in private practice, helping people grow and improve their quality of life through Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy.
It is true that my passion for learning has never faded, which led me to complete a Postgraduate Degree in Gender Violence and, shortly afterwards, a Master’s Degree in Psycho-Oncology, as well as specializing in grief and loss. These three fields undoubtedly allow professionals to provide support to groups experiencing a high level of suffering. I can only say that they have been, like the rest of my training, some of the most enriching experiences of my life.
However, one should never stop learning… Shortly afterwards, driven by my commitment to staying up to date with the most innovative therapeutic approaches, I trained in EMDR therapy and other psychological issues related to Trauma and Dissociation. Through these therapeutic approaches, I am able to address my patients’ needs with the highest level of quality and care.
I currently also hold the accreditation of General Health Psychologist granted by the Spanish Ministry of Health.
And here I am, continuing to work and learn every day.
I sincerely hope to be able to help you… it is what I have always wanted to do.
Most relevant academic education:
Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology
University of the Balearic Islands
General Health Psychology Accreditation
Health Department of the Balearic Islands
Master’s Degree in Sexual and Couple’s Therapy
Sexpol Foundation of Madrid
University Expertise in Psychosocial analysis of Gender Violence
University of the Balearic Islands
Master’s Degree in Psycho-oncology
Complutense University of Madrid
EMDR Clinical Accreditation (EMDR Psychotherapeutic Approach: Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing)
EMDR Spain Association – EMDR Europe
Notable Additional Training:
Courses and training provided by the Official College of Psychology of the Balearic Islands:
- “Gay Affirmative Psychology”.
- “Behavioral Addictions”.
- “Mindfulness for Anxiety and Mood Disorders”.
- “Attachment in Children and Adults: Psychoeducation, Assessment and Repair”.
- “Therapeutic Tools for Managing Trauma and Dissociation”.
- Training in Psychological Coaching.
Advanced EMDR training through the EMDR Spain Association:
- “Dissociative Disorders: Identification and Treatment”.
- “Personality Dissociation and Treatment of Chronically Traumatized Patients with EMDR”.
- “EMDR in Psycho-Oncology”.
- “Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder: Etiological Model and EMDR Treatment”.
- “Integrating EMDR into Couples Therapy”.
- “Sex Therapy with EMDR”.
Ongoing professional development through the Official College of Psychology of the Balearic Islands and the EMDR Spain Association.
Professional Experience with Different Populations:
In addition to the psychological and sexological care I have been providing in private practice for many years, throughout my professional career I have worked with different groups of people experiencing a wide range of conditions and challenges:
- Sexual dysfunctions and relationship difficulties.
- General Health Psychology issues (anxiety, depression, self-esteem problems, etc.).
- Trauma and Dissociation.
- Cancer-related illness (Spanish Association Against Cancer – Balearic Islands Branch).
- Grief and loss (bereavement and other significant losses).
- Parkinson’s disease (Balearic Parkinson’s Association).
- Age-related dementias (various senior citizens’ associations).
- Delivery of training programs, courses, and workshops for both healthcare professionals and patients.
Teaching experience:
- Course: “Introduction to Psycho-Oncology: Communication in Difficult Situations” (recognized by the University of the Balearic Islands).
- Course: “Self-Esteem: What Is It and How Can It Be Improved?” (recognized by the University of the Balearic Islands).
- Workshop: “What Happens When a Loved One Dies and How Can We Cope with It?” (recognized by the University of the Balearic Islands).
- Participation in the 2013 Psychology Conference of the University of the Balearic Islands with a workshop-lecture on “Communication in Difficult Situations”.
- Co-supervisor of Psychology students’ internships at the University of the Balearic Islands.
I currently work as:
Director and general health psychologist at the Institute of Psychology Sexology Mallorca.
Radio interviews:
Interview with Paola Obrador in ESRADIO on how to cope with grief (I) (Spanish)
Interview with Paola Obrador in ESRADIO on how to cope with grief (II) (Spanish)
Interview with Paola Obrador in Radio Marratxi on sexology, couples therapy and psycho-oncology. (Spanish)
Interview with Paola Obrador in IB3 Radio on Psycho-oncology. (Spanish)