Exposure Response Prevention (ERP) Therapists in 11432
New Start Mental Health Counseling
MHC-LP
Verified Verified
Jamaica, NY 11432
Do you find yourself struggling with obsessive-compulsive disorder, specific phobias, anxiety, eating disorders or low self esteem? Do you find that you spend much of your energy attempting to decrease your negative thoughts and feelings yet still struggle to cope with debilitating symptoms? Please understand that you are not alone in experiencing these feelings and your courage to reach out for help is the starting point on your path to recovery and self-fulfillment.
Do you find yourself struggling with obsessive-compulsive disorder, specific phobias, anxiety, eating disorders or low self esteem? Do you find that you spend much of your energy attempting to decrease your negative thoughts and feelings yet still struggle to cope with debilitating symptoms? Please understand that you are not alone in experiencing these feelings and your courage to reach out for help is the starting point on your path to recovery and self-fulfillment.
Inspire Clinical LCSW Services, PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Jamaica, NY 11432 (Online Only)
Are you feeling like something is not quite right but also feel conflicted about the notion of having a mental health condition? This is a very common feeling especially when cultural values and other beliefs compete with the desire to seek this type of help. My practice approach is culturally sensitive, collaborative, and individual-specific which helps to create a sense of respect and autonomy. My main goal in your treatment will be to foster physical and emotional safety, to allow an open discussion of the issues and the best way to address them.
Are you feeling like something is not quite right but also feel conflicted about the notion of having a mental health condition? This is a very common feeling especially when cultural values and other beliefs compete with the desire to seek this type of help. My practice approach is culturally sensitive, collaborative, and individual-specific which helps to create a sense of respect and autonomy. My main goal in your treatment will be to foster physical and emotional safety, to allow an open discussion of the issues and the best way to address them.
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Exposure Response Prevention (ERP) Therapists
Do I need exposure and response prevention therapy?
Many clients decide to seek help for obsessive thoughts and compulsive behaviors when these symptoms are distressing enough to disrupt everyday life. Any thoughts or behaviors 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 behavioral therapy?
Exposure and response prevention is one specific type of CBT that focuses on behavioral 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.