Among Therapists: Practical Tips
Among Therapists: Practical Tips
Psychotherapy Academy
In Vivo Exposure Therapy for PTSD: The Essentials
14 minutes Posted Feb 17, 2023 at 5:00 pm.
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In this episode, Dr. Barbara Rothbaum shares an overview of in vivo exposure and explains how it promotes therapeutic change when addressing PTSD. In vivo exposure blocks negative reinforcement, previously fostered by avoidance, promoting self-agency and the understanding that feared situations are not dangerous per se.

Faculty: Barbara Rothbaum, Ph.D. Host: Jessica Díaz, M.D. Script Editor: David Barragán, M.A.