Super Duper Gentle Exposure Therapy: A Step-by-Step Guide for Anxiety and PTSD
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This 11-minute video teaches a gentle approach to exposure therapy for managing anxiety, PTSD, and phobias. Learn how to break the cycle of avoidance by building an exposure hierarchy—a step-by-step tool for facing fears gradually. Discover practical techniques for identifying triggers, ranking them from least to most anxiety-provoking, and developing manageable exposures with proper support. The content covers the entire process from understanding avoidance to reinforcing courage, with specific sections on taking tiny steps, adding support systems, practicing willingness, and repeating exposures for lasting change. Perfect for anyone looking to overcome fears without feeling overwhelmed, this educational resource from Therapy in a Nutshell provides a structured approach to building resilience and reclaiming control over anxiety.
Syllabus
00:00 Intro
00:46 Avoidance
01:05 Exposure: The Gradual Process of Facing Fear
02:19 How to Do It
03:44 Exposure Hierarchy
05:08 Tiny Steps
05:26 Add in Support
06:26 Exposure
07:25 Practice Willingness
08:25 Repeat
09:21 Reinforce Courage
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