Intensive One-Session Treatment of Specific Phobias

Whether it s dogs, spiders, blood, heights or some other fear, specific phobias are one of the most prevalent mental health problems, affecting as many as one in eight people. In recent years, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) has emerged as particularly effective in treating young people and adults with specific phobias. And of these methods, one-session treatment stands out as a long-lasting, cost-effective intervention of choice.§Intensive One-Session Treatment of Specific Phobias is designed to fit a variety of related purposes, as a summary of the evidence base, a practical reference, and a training guide. This important volume lays the groundwork by examining the phenomenology, epidemiology, and etiology of phobias, then focusing on assessment strategies, empirically sound one-session treatment methods, and special topics to provide coverage geared equally to researchers as well as seasoned and novice practitioners. Expert contributors address challenges common to exposure therapy, offer age-appropriate guidelines for treating young clients, and describe innovative computer-assisted techniques. §Organized to be read individually or in sequence, chapters delve into key areas, including:§Evidence-based assessment and treatment of specific phobias in children, adolescents, and adults.One-session treatment theory and practice with children, adolescents, and adults.Handling difficult cases of specific phobias in youth.Interventions for specific phobias in special populations.Training and assessing therapists in one-session treatment.Ethical issues in considering exposure. The comprehensive coverage provided in this concise volume makes Intensive One-Session Treatment of Specific Phobias an essential resource for researchers, clinicians, and graduate students in child, school, clinical, and counseling psychology; social work; and general and special education.