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Pacific Marriage & Family Therapy Network
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92101  (Online Only)
Our wide variety of specialties includes Depression, Anxiety, Eating Disorders, Addiction, Panic Attacks, Grief and Loss, Trauma, Child and Teen Behaviors, Family Issues, Couples, Divorce, Co-parenting, Communication, Dating, Life Transitions, LGBTQIA+, Racial/Ethnic Identity, and clinicians who are trained in EMDR, CBT, IFS, ERP, ACT, and Brain Spotting.
Pacific MFT Network is a group of highly skilled, diverse, and well-trained therapists. Our mission is to empower you to live the life you want. We do so by creating supportive, caring, and non-judgmental relationships with our clients. We work to provide you with the best care possible and reduce obstacles to participation. Additional benefits to working with us include a unique concierge billing service and a wide range of scheduling options (all weekdays, weekends, day and evening appointments are available). We work with children, teens, and adults of all ages.
Our wide variety of specialties includes Depression, Anxiety, Eating Disorders, Addiction, Panic Attacks, Grief and Loss, Trauma, Child and Teen Behaviors, Family Issues, Couples, Divorce, Co-parenting, Communication, Dating, Life Transitions, LGBTQIA+, Racial/Ethnic Identity, and clinicians who are trained in EMDR, CBT, IFS, ERP, ACT, and Brain Spotting.
Pacific MFT Network is a group of highly skilled, diverse, and well-trained therapists. Our mission is to empower you to live the life you want. We do so by creating supportive, caring, and non-judgmental relationships with our clients. We work to provide you with the best care possible and reduce obstacles to participation. Additional benefits to working with us include a unique concierge billing service and a wide range of scheduling options (all weekdays, weekends, day and evening appointments are available). We work with children, teens, and adults of all ages.
(619) 815-3180 View (619) 815-3180
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Christopher Booth
Psychologist, Psy D
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92117  (Online Only)
I utilize evidence-based treatment approaches, primarily cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and exposure-and-response prevention (ERP).
Finding the right therapist can be a challenge, here is a little about myself to help make your decision. I am a licensed psychologist and specialize in the treatment of anxiety, depression, obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) and OCD-related disorders among adolescents and adults. I am licensed in both California and Arizona and am providing teletherapy online. I also have expertise in helping people cope with medical conditions or other life stressors that may affect mental health and happiness.
I utilize evidence-based treatment approaches, primarily cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and exposure-and-response prevention (ERP).
Finding the right therapist can be a challenge, here is a little about myself to help make your decision. I am a licensed psychologist and specialize in the treatment of anxiety, depression, obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) and OCD-related disorders among adolescents and adults. I am licensed in both California and Arizona and am providing teletherapy online. I also have expertise in helping people cope with medical conditions or other life stressors that may affect mental health and happiness.
(858) 251-6718 View (858) 251-6718
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Chelsea Wise-Diangson
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92103  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Trained in Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), I employ this evidence-based practice, known as the "gold standard" for OCD and most anxiety disorders.
Are you wrestling with anxiety, OCD, or the pressures of the Millennial experience? Feeling overwhelmed by the demands of late-stage capitalism? I'm here to support you. Specializing in anxiety disorders, I'm passionate about helping you reclaim control and build the life you envision. My ideal clients are those who are motivated and ready to commit to the journey of growth. Together, we'll navigate the challenges, even if you're unsure of your goals. My role is to guide you through the process, helping you find clarity and envision a future filled with peace, joy, and fulfillment in all aspects of your life.
Trained in Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), I employ this evidence-based practice, known as the "gold standard" for OCD and most anxiety disorders.
Are you wrestling with anxiety, OCD, or the pressures of the Millennial experience? Feeling overwhelmed by the demands of late-stage capitalism? I'm here to support you. Specializing in anxiety disorders, I'm passionate about helping you reclaim control and build the life you envision. My ideal clients are those who are motivated and ready to commit to the journey of growth. Together, we'll navigate the challenges, even if you're unsure of your goals. My role is to guide you through the process, helping you find clarity and envision a future filled with peace, joy, and fulfillment in all aspects of your life.
(408) 317-1692 View (408) 317-1692
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Chelsie Giambrone
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, MA, LCSW, LISW-S, BCD
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92121
Intensives are 3 hour Exposure & Response Prevention (ERP) or Prolonged Exposure (PE) sessions for phobias, panic, OCD and/or PTSD.
The Center for CBT & Mindfulness in North County San Diego provides time-limited, cost-effective and evidence-based treatments including the gold standard of care: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. I treat patients across California and Ohio providing psychotherapy for all types of anxiety, trauma and eating disorders. This includes generalized anxiety, OCD, specific phobias, panic, social anxiety, perfectionism/high achiever issues, PTSD, phase of life/adjustment challenges, acute/chronic stress, medical/dental avoidance, ARFID and eating/food fears (neophobia, emetophobia, fear of choking, contamination, allergy fears, DGBIs).
Intensives are 3 hour Exposure & Response Prevention (ERP) or Prolonged Exposure (PE) sessions for phobias, panic, OCD and/or PTSD.
The Center for CBT & Mindfulness in North County San Diego provides time-limited, cost-effective and evidence-based treatments including the gold standard of care: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. I treat patients across California and Ohio providing psychotherapy for all types of anxiety, trauma and eating disorders. This includes generalized anxiety, OCD, specific phobias, panic, social anxiety, perfectionism/high achiever issues, PTSD, phase of life/adjustment challenges, acute/chronic stress, medical/dental avoidance, ARFID and eating/food fears (neophobia, emetophobia, fear of choking, contamination, allergy fears, DGBIs).
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Kaitlyn Peters
Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92126  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
My framework draws from a combination of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), which allows those struggling with OCD and anxiety to reconnect to their values and live in alignment with their true selves.
Taking the step to begin therapy can be pretty overwhelming, especially if you struggle with persistent intrusive thoughts that feel uncomfortable or scary. These unwanted thoughts might make you feel stuck in a difficult cycle of fear and anxiety. In my work, I honor this sensitive and individualized process by meeting you at your own pace while gently encouraging you to examine your thoughts mindfully, experience your feelings openly, and embrace the great unknown. My approach is warm and collaborative, offering space for authentic, human connection in the therapy room.
My framework draws from a combination of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), which allows those struggling with OCD and anxiety to reconnect to their values and live in alignment with their true selves.
Taking the step to begin therapy can be pretty overwhelming, especially if you struggle with persistent intrusive thoughts that feel uncomfortable or scary. These unwanted thoughts might make you feel stuck in a difficult cycle of fear and anxiety. In my work, I honor this sensitive and individualized process by meeting you at your own pace while gently encouraging you to examine your thoughts mindfully, experience your feelings openly, and embrace the great unknown. My approach is warm and collaborative, offering space for authentic, human connection in the therapy room.
(818) 698-2537 View (818) 698-2537
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NOCD- Therapists for OCD
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92101
Our therapists provide evidence-based exposure and response prevention (ERP) therapy - known as the gold-standard treatment for OCD.
Imagine what life would be like if you weren't bothered by OCD. NOCD is here to help you regain peace of mind. NOCD is a digital health company that’s focused on effectively treating people with Obsessive Compulsive Disorder. Inside the NOCD mobile app, you can work with one of our licensed mental health therapists with specialty training in OCD. When your therapist isn’t available, access support communities and therapeutic tools - so that you are never alone. NOCD’s protocol has been proven to reduce OCD severity by 40% in less than 10 weeks.
Our therapists provide evidence-based exposure and response prevention (ERP) therapy - known as the gold-standard treatment for OCD.
Imagine what life would be like if you weren't bothered by OCD. NOCD is here to help you regain peace of mind. NOCD is a digital health company that’s focused on effectively treating people with Obsessive Compulsive Disorder. Inside the NOCD mobile app, you can work with one of our licensed mental health therapists with specialty training in OCD. When your therapist isn’t available, access support communities and therapeutic tools - so that you are never alone. NOCD’s protocol has been proven to reduce OCD severity by 40% in less than 10 weeks.
(312) 766-6780 View (312) 766-6780
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OCD Associates
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92110  (Online Only)
We specialize in Rumination-Focused ERP for OCD and anxiety disorders. This approach focuses on treating compulsive rumination, and provides a highly systematic yet gentler approach to exposure therapy. RF-ERP can be helpful to patients who have not made significant progress in other types of treatment, including individuals with Pure O or Sensorimotor OCD.
We specialize in Rumination-Focused ERP for OCD and anxiety disorders. This approach focuses on treating compulsive rumination, and provides a highly systematic yet gentler approach to exposure therapy. RF-ERP can be helpful to patients who have not made significant progress in other types of treatment, including individuals with Pure O or Sensorimotor OCD.
(646) 652-6753 View (646) 652-6753
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Ryan Dumke
Psychologist, PsyD, ABPP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92103
Hello! In a world that can feel rough and insensitive, with pasts that feel like they can choke us, it can be hard to move past the weight of our histories and our own minds. I'm here to help you figure out problems you want to overcome, what goals and life you want, and work with you to get there. I work with mood disorders (depression), anxiety disorders (OCD, Generalized Anxiety, panic), trauma-spectrum disorders (PTSD), relationship problems, intimacy issues, emotional problems, work and academic issues, and generalized coaching. Reach out and we'll figure it out together! Call 619-500-8967 for a free consult.
Hello! In a world that can feel rough and insensitive, with pasts that feel like they can choke us, it can be hard to move past the weight of our histories and our own minds. I'm here to help you figure out problems you want to overcome, what goals and life you want, and work with you to get there. I work with mood disorders (depression), anxiety disorders (OCD, Generalized Anxiety, panic), trauma-spectrum disorders (PTSD), relationship problems, intimacy issues, emotional problems, work and academic issues, and generalized coaching. Reach out and we'll figure it out together! Call 619-500-8967 for a free consult.
(760) 239-5626 View (760) 239-5626
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Nicole Guzman
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92117
I am a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in treating children, adolescents, and young adults. I received my Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology with a minor in Applied Developmental Psychology from UCLA. I also hold a master’s and doctorate degree in Clinical Psychology from Pepperdine University and have over 20 years of experience working with children with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) and a variety of other presenting issues. For the past several years, I have served as a Subject Matter Expert for the California Board of Psychology.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in treating children, adolescents, and young adults. I received my Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology with a minor in Applied Developmental Psychology from UCLA. I also hold a master’s and doctorate degree in Clinical Psychology from Pepperdine University and have over 20 years of experience working with children with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) and a variety of other presenting issues. For the past several years, I have served as a Subject Matter Expert for the California Board of Psychology.
(619) 383-1066 View (619) 383-1066
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Child Psych San Diego: Dr. Diana Robbins
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92103
A young person struggling with anxiety, OCD, tics, behavior issues, or school problems can feel overwhelming. I'm here to help. I'm Dr. Diana Robbins. I am a California-licensed clinical psychologist specializing in the treatment of children, teens, and young adults. I strive to help young people and their families create better futures. At Child Psych San Diego, you receive high-quality evidence-based psychological services uniquely targeted to your concerns. I provide in-person services as well as telehealth via secure video conferencing. You can receive help and support in office or from the comfort and convenience of your home.
A young person struggling with anxiety, OCD, tics, behavior issues, or school problems can feel overwhelming. I'm here to help. I'm Dr. Diana Robbins. I am a California-licensed clinical psychologist specializing in the treatment of children, teens, and young adults. I strive to help young people and their families create better futures. At Child Psych San Diego, you receive high-quality evidence-based psychological services uniquely targeted to your concerns. I provide in-person services as well as telehealth via secure video conferencing. You can receive help and support in office or from the comfort and convenience of your home.
(619) 605-0620 View (619) 605-0620
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Gaelle Carey
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92104  (Online Only)
Welcome! My name is Gaëlle Carey and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have worked with all types of people, from CEOs to stay-at-home parents. My ideal client is anyone who is interested in empowering their life. I am a direct person and like to get right down to business, but I also genuinely care about my clients' success. I have experience providing clinical assessment and therapeutic care to adolescents and adults seeking help with depression, anxiety, trauma, substance use disorders, anger management, Post-traumatic stress disorder, Personality Disorders, ADHD management, and LGBTQ+ issues.
Welcome! My name is Gaëlle Carey and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have worked with all types of people, from CEOs to stay-at-home parents. My ideal client is anyone who is interested in empowering their life. I am a direct person and like to get right down to business, but I also genuinely care about my clients' success. I have experience providing clinical assessment and therapeutic care to adolescents and adults seeking help with depression, anxiety, trauma, substance use disorders, anger management, Post-traumatic stress disorder, Personality Disorders, ADHD management, and LGBTQ+ issues.
(619) 329-8438 View (619) 329-8438
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Wellness Therapy of San Diego
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92131
Feeling overwhelmed and struggling to find balance in your life is a common experience many can relate to. These concerns can have a significant impact on your overall well-being and hinder your personal growth. Our dedicated interdisciplinary team is here to support you on your journey toward transformative changes. We provide personalized strategies that align with your unique values, fostering growth and facilitating recovery. Through one or more services, based on your needs, we empower you to achieve a life that is whole, healthy, and aligned with your goals.
Feeling overwhelmed and struggling to find balance in your life is a common experience many can relate to. These concerns can have a significant impact on your overall well-being and hinder your personal growth. Our dedicated interdisciplinary team is here to support you on your journey toward transformative changes. We provide personalized strategies that align with your unique values, fostering growth and facilitating recovery. Through one or more services, based on your needs, we empower you to achieve a life that is whole, healthy, and aligned with your goals.
(619) 202-1239 View (619) 202-1239
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Trishala Bijoy Khandheria
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT , MA, MS
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92109
“Treat the patient, not just the disease.” This mantra has always been an inspiration for my practice, as I truly believe that successful therapy is rooted in the positive, working relationships I form with my patients. If you are living with an eating disorder, depression, anxiety, or have family and/or marital issues, life might feel complicated and overwhelming. You may need a safe space to heal, explore yourself, and feel heard. My education & experience as an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist has given me the tools to help empower people like you to create positive change and work towards achieving a state of well-being.
“Treat the patient, not just the disease.” This mantra has always been an inspiration for my practice, as I truly believe that successful therapy is rooted in the positive, working relationships I form with my patients. If you are living with an eating disorder, depression, anxiety, or have family and/or marital issues, life might feel complicated and overwhelming. You may need a safe space to heal, explore yourself, and feel heard. My education & experience as an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist has given me the tools to help empower people like you to create positive change and work towards achieving a state of well-being.
(858) 251-6862 View (858) 251-6862
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Pablo Garcia Hurtado
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92123
Pablo Hurtado is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California who has been practicing since 2017. Pablo is a non-judgmental person who is passionate about mental health. In his spare time, Pablo enjoys reading, listening to podcasts, and traveling.
Pablo Hurtado is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California who has been practicing since 2017. Pablo is a non-judgmental person who is passionate about mental health. In his spare time, Pablo enjoys reading, listening to podcasts, and traveling.
(858) 683-6315 View (858) 683-6315
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Jasmin Jackson
MS
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92108
The ideal client is MOTIVATED and realizes there is a need for CHANGE starting with one's self. Sometimes we just need that push in the right direction; a new set of eyes; that guidance to the answers that's already within. If that's what your're looking for, then you've found the right person! Are you struggling with your daily activities? Not feeling like yourself? Filled with constant worry? Just know you are not alone. Often times, life gets the best of us and we're bombarded with stress and life's constant demands. Let me help you to gain the tools to reduce those stressors and get back to enjoying life.
The ideal client is MOTIVATED and realizes there is a need for CHANGE starting with one's self. Sometimes we just need that push in the right direction; a new set of eyes; that guidance to the answers that's already within. If that's what your're looking for, then you've found the right person! Are you struggling with your daily activities? Not feeling like yourself? Filled with constant worry? Just know you are not alone. Often times, life gets the best of us and we're bombarded with stress and life's constant demands. Let me help you to gain the tools to reduce those stressors and get back to enjoying life.
(858) 360-8991 View (858) 360-8991
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Paniz Allameh
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, APCC
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92128
As a Mental Health Therapist, I embarked on my journey of self-development in 2014, catalyzed by a life-altering panic attack during a traumatic event. Initially feeling isolated in my struggles, I sought help and immersed myself in various modalities aimed at nurturing my soul back to health. Through years of introspection and growth, I came to appreciate the profound significance of therapy as a safe haven, cultivating self-awareness, and harnessing the transformative potential of cognitive techniques. That's when I made the choice to transition from my role as an engineer to become a therapist.
As a Mental Health Therapist, I embarked on my journey of self-development in 2014, catalyzed by a life-altering panic attack during a traumatic event. Initially feeling isolated in my struggles, I sought help and immersed myself in various modalities aimed at nurturing my soul back to health. Through years of introspection and growth, I came to appreciate the profound significance of therapy as a safe haven, cultivating self-awareness, and harnessing the transformative potential of cognitive techniques. That's when I made the choice to transition from my role as an engineer to become a therapist.
(858) 434-5263 View (858) 434-5263
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Amaya Tueller Eating Disorder Therapist
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92102
Welcome to my page! I specialize in working with teens and adults who are struggling with eating and body image. I work with a variety of eating issues including anorexia, bulimia, binge eating disorder, ARFID, and body image issues. I work from a compassion focused and trauma informed lens, supporting my clients in better understanding themselves and building tools to help them get to their goals. I work with many issues that tend to overlap with eating difficulties, such as depression, anxiety, trauma, OCD, self harm and substance use.
Welcome to my page! I specialize in working with teens and adults who are struggling with eating and body image. I work with a variety of eating issues including anorexia, bulimia, binge eating disorder, ARFID, and body image issues. I work from a compassion focused and trauma informed lens, supporting my clients in better understanding themselves and building tools to help them get to their goals. I work with many issues that tend to overlap with eating difficulties, such as depression, anxiety, trauma, OCD, self harm and substance use.
(619) 878-3201 View (619) 878-3201
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Daishea Poole
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92103
Are anxiety and stress keeping you from living your life to your fullest potential? Are you feeling stress weighing on you internally or causing you to feel exhausted and hopeless? Together we will explore ways to grow, further develop self-acceptance and unearth traumatic experiences and daily stressors that are hindering you from achieving this potential. I will be available to provide an unbiased listening ear and warm spirit as you reimagine the life you want for yourself. In this safe and accepting environment, we will develop an action plan to better manage your unique symptoms and your life.
Are anxiety and stress keeping you from living your life to your fullest potential? Are you feeling stress weighing on you internally or causing you to feel exhausted and hopeless? Together we will explore ways to grow, further develop self-acceptance and unearth traumatic experiences and daily stressors that are hindering you from achieving this potential. I will be available to provide an unbiased listening ear and warm spirit as you reimagine the life you want for yourself. In this safe and accepting environment, we will develop an action plan to better manage your unique symptoms and your life.
(760) 227-2830 View (760) 227-2830
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Vanessa Villasenor
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92108
Currently accepting new clients at A Place of Growth. Welcome, my name is Vanessa Villasenor and I am a bilingual Spanish-speaking therapist who has experience providing child, teen and adult therapy in San Diego. The first goal will be to create a safe and comfortable counseling environment to and it is important to find a therapist that will work with you and whom you feel comfortable with in order to make the most progress. I provide a variety of counseling environments and styles to address your needs and have experience working with military families including both active duty members as well as their family members.
Currently accepting new clients at A Place of Growth. Welcome, my name is Vanessa Villasenor and I am a bilingual Spanish-speaking therapist who has experience providing child, teen and adult therapy in San Diego. The first goal will be to create a safe and comfortable counseling environment to and it is important to find a therapist that will work with you and whom you feel comfortable with in order to make the most progress. I provide a variety of counseling environments and styles to address your needs and have experience working with military families including both active duty members as well as their family members.
(858) 519-8002 View (858) 519-8002
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Heather Marriatori
Psychologist, PhD, LP
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92108
I'm a licensed Psychologist in CA (PSY31034) and MN who believes each person has the potential to grow at any age. My ultimate focus in therapy is to not merely eliminate “symptoms” but to increase your fulfillment in life, as defined by you. This means treatment is customized to meet YOUR needs so you can meet your goals. I provide therapy for a variety of clinical disorders, including but not limited to anxiety, depression, OCD, PTSD, & interpersonal difficulties. I'm MAP-Informed. I believe in the potential for individual and emotional growth, striving to provide a safe and warm environment in which you can explore and thrive.
I'm a licensed Psychologist in CA (PSY31034) and MN who believes each person has the potential to grow at any age. My ultimate focus in therapy is to not merely eliminate “symptoms” but to increase your fulfillment in life, as defined by you. This means treatment is customized to meet YOUR needs so you can meet your goals. I provide therapy for a variety of clinical disorders, including but not limited to anxiety, depression, OCD, PTSD, & interpersonal difficulties. I'm MAP-Informed. I believe in the potential for individual and emotional growth, striving to provide a safe and warm environment in which you can explore and thrive.
(619) 648-3167 View (619) 648-3167
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.