Desensitizing Distressing Recollections in Cancer Patients

Inclusion Criteria: * Age ≥18 years of age * Distressing cancer-related recollection that has persisted for at least six months * Distressing cancer-related recollection that causes physiological reactivity (i.e., increased heart rate and/or increased skin conductance level - SCL), as described in section 4.2.3. * Received a cancer diagnosis at least 6 months prior to being contacted for participation in this study Exclusion Criteria: * Any current Major Mental Disorder, as assessed by Structured Clinical Interview for DSM IV Axis I Disorders (SCID - Clinical Version, First et al, 1997) * History of Post-traumatic Stress Disorder * Current active mood primary disorder prior to the cancer diagnosis (as per PI or designate) * History or current diagnosis of substance or alcohol abuse or dependence (as per PI or designate) * Use of psychotropic medications within the past month or current use of medications that would interfere with autonomic nervous system measures (benzodiazepines, barbiturates, major tranquilizers). * Use of some psychotropic medications are allowed such as SSRIs and certain sleep aids, but dosages must be stable from six weeks prior to enrollment and throughout study period * Any psychological or musculoskeletal problems that would interfere with psychophysiological assessments and treatment * Currently receiving chemotherapy or radiation * Are in the terminal stages of illness