Exposure and Response (Ritual) Prevention for Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder: Therapist Guide (Treatments That Work) 2nd Edition

Edna Foa, PhD
Oxford University Press
2012
Target Audience
Both
About the Book

 

Treating OCD with Exposure and Ritual Prevention

OCD affects about 2-3% of people and can make daily life very hard. Many need expert help to manage it well. This book helps therapists learn how to treat OCD using a proven method called exposure and ritual prevention.

Key Benefits for Therapists

  • Step-by-step guides for treatment sessions
  • Real-life examples and sample conversations
  • Tools to handle different types of OCD symptoms

What Makes This Book Useful

  • Explains the science and background of the therapy
  • Offers clear instructions for practice and homework
  • Helps therapists overcome common challenges in treatment

This guide aims to make effective OCD treatment more available and reliable. Readers will find it valuable for helping people with OCD live better lives.