Therapists in M6C
Naomi Ennis
Psychologist, PhD, CPsych
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M6C (Online Only)
Are you struggling to cope with a traumatic event, life transition, or stress? Having issues in your romantic relationship? Struggling to manage tough feelings? Feel like you are not living life in a way that matters to you? I am a clinical psychologist who provides evidence-based treatment to couples and adults looking to reduce their stress and anxiety, improve their mood and relationships, navigate life transitions and get help with a variety of other mental health needs (including but not limited to those listed on my profile). My practice is anti-oppressive, 2SLGBTQ+ affirmative, and trauma-informed.
Are you struggling to cope with a traumatic event, life transition, or stress? Having issues in your romantic relationship? Struggling to manage tough feelings? Feel like you are not living life in a way that matters to you? I am a clinical psychologist who provides evidence-based treatment to couples and adults looking to reduce their stress and anxiety, improve their mood and relationships, navigate life transitions and get help with a variety of other mental health needs (including but not limited to those listed on my profile). My practice is anti-oppressive, 2SLGBTQ+ affirmative, and trauma-informed.
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Exposure Response Prevention (ERP) Counsellors
Do I need exposure and response prevention therapy?
Many clients decide to seek help for obsessive thoughts and compulsive behaviours when these symptoms are distressing enough to disrupt everyday life. Any thoughts or behaviours that cause friction in close relationships are also worth addressing. In addition, the client’s symptoms don’t have to be severe for them to benefit from ERP therapy.
Is exposure and response prevention therapy part of cognitive behavioural therapy?
Exposure and response prevention is one specific type of CBT that focuses on behavioural change in response to triggering stimuli. It is related to exposure therapy but adds an additional component of preventing compulsive and harmful responses.
How long does exposure and response prevention therapy take?
While every patient is different, exposure and response prevention therapy typically lasts around 12 sessions, although some treatments can take longer. A therapist will determine if the treatment is complete based on how the client faces their fears, particularly the strongest ones. When a client feels less anxiety about stimuli that once evoked terror or distress, that is generally an indication that they are nearing the end of ERP therapy.
What are the limitations of exposure and response prevention therapy?
The most common pitfalls of exposure and response prevention therapy include not addressing a client’s core fears, allowing the client to avoid their most distressing stimuli, and using imaginary exposure when the client requires real-life exposure (and vice versa). ERP therapy is most effective when the client commits to the full course of treatment; if the client stops early or doesn’t practice what they have learned outside of therapy sessions, they are less likely to have successful outcomes.