Exposure Response Prevention Therapy
Treatments
ERP Therapy
Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) therapy is a type of cognitive-behavioral therapy specifically designed for obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). It involves gradual, controlled exposure to triggers that provoke obsessive thoughts, followed by preventing the compulsive behaviors (responses) typically used to reduce anxiety. Over time, this helps desensitize the individual to the triggers, reducing OCD symptoms. It’s evidence-based and often conducted with a therapist.
