Grupos psicoeducativos na perspectiva da psicodermatologia em serviço-escola: relato de experiência

Carla Schubert Sengl; Maria Luisa Gontijo Gouveia; Carlos José Naujorks

doi:10.17765/2176-9206.2026v19e13545

Authors

Carla Schubert Sengl Federal University of Santa Catarina https://orcid.org/0000-0002-2541-5136
Maria Luisa Gontijo Gouveia Universidade Federal de Santa Catarina https://orcid.org/0000-0001-9067-6087
Carlos José Naujorks Federal University of Santa Catarina https://orcid.org/0000-0003-0258-1585

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.17765/2176-9206.2026v19e13545

Keywords:

Dermatology, Psychology, Support Group, Mental Health Services

Abstract

The objective of this study was to report the experience of the Psychological Care Group for Individuals with Atopic Dermatitis, Psoriasis, and Vitiligo developed at the teaching clinic of the Psychology Course at the Federal University of Santa Catarina (UFSC) between 2015 and 2019. A total of 52 individuals aged between 18 and 77 years, living with atopic dermatitis, psoriasis, or vitiligo, participated in the nine editions of the group. Meetings were held weekly and lasted 1 hour and 30 minutes, and were guided by a health psychoeducation perspective, using group dynamics techniques that promoted the expression of feelings and perceptions related to living with these dermatoses, as well as providing updated information on treatments based on the participation of different professionals. The psychoeducational group constituted an affective-instrumental support to help individuals cope with their skin conditions, and both participants and facilitators perceived the experience as highly positive. It is expected that other teaching clinics develop psychoeducational groups due to their transformative impact on individuals’ lives and their great potential for promoting comprehensive health.

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Author Biographies

Carla Schubert Sengl, Federal University of Santa Catarina

Graduated in Pedagogy from the State University of Santa Catarina (1993), graduated in Psychology from the Federal University of Santa Catarina (1997) and Master's degree in Psychology from the Federal University of Santa Catarina (2000). Specialist in Clinical Psychology from the Federal Council of Psychology. Works at the Psychological Care Service (SAPSI), at UFSC, - School Service of the Psychology course. Coordinator of the Support Group for People with Atopic Dermatitis, Psoriasis and Vitiligo. Experience in the areas of clinical psychology, health psychology, legal psychology (psychological expertise), educational psychology and organizational psychology. Works as a teacher, supervisor, internship and TCC advisor in undergraduate and graduate courses in Psychology and Education. Specialist in Analytical Psychology. Training in Psychology in Palliative Care.

Maria Luisa Gontijo Gouveia, Universidade Federal de Santa Catarina

Specialization in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy from the Pontifical Catholic University of Rio Grande do Sul. Specialization in Positive Psychology from the University of Pennsylvania. Graduated in Academic Exchange from San Diego State University. Graduated in Psychology from the Federal University of Santa Catarina Florianópolis, SC Brazil.

Carlos José Naujorks, Federal University of Santa Catarina

Associate Professor III of the Psychology Department of the Federal University of Santa Catarina. PhD in Sociology from the Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul (2011), Master in Political Sociology from the Federal University of Santa Catarina (1999), psychologist from the Federal University of Santa Catarina (1993). Areas of Expertise: Critical Social Psychology of Work; Institutional Psychology. Topics of Interest: Identity; Engagement; Institutional Psychology; Social Movements; Work Clinics.

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