Exposure Therapy: Definition, Conditions Treated, Process

In this blog, we are going to talk about prolonged exposure therapy for PTSD which is a form of exposure therapy based on approaching trauma-related memories, situations, and feelings

Exposure therapy consists of exposing yourself to the situations you fear, gradually. Get a clear, simple and practical way of making your own plan.

What’s the Difference Between Systematic Desensitization and Exposure Therapy? Find out how both therapies are used to tackle fear and anxiety.

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This training focuses on core play therapy interventions to help children master their fears, primarily through exposure/systematic desensitization, psychoeducation, and CBT. While primary play therapy theories and skills will be discussed, the most important and unique part of this training is that we will take a trip inside the head of children (mostly ages 3 to 12) and show the hands-on, practical steps for treating specific fears.

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Anxiety disorder is not a single, standalone disease. There are many types of anxiety disorders. Different kinds of anxiety disorders are listed below:

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But when the intensity of the fear turns into anxiety or a phobia, it becomes problematic.

Avoiding the situation you fear will increase your anxiety. Gradually exposing yourself, on the other hand, will help you to overcome your fears. If you are afraid of public speaking, VR is a possible solution for your exposure therapy.

Learn more about and download our OCD Exposure Hierarchy Worksheet.

Cognitive behavior therapy (CBT) is a popular form of psychological therapy that works with our thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.