Anxiety disorders are the most common disorders among young people today. Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) is the most effective treatment for most anxiety disorders including OCD, phobias, panic disorder, and more. So what is ERP and is at an effective tool for your child?

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ERP is a two-step process. First, you will find and engage in a meaningful task that triggers an unwanted thoughts or feelings. This is the Exposure. Then, you will learn to tolerate or challenge the thoughts and feelings without doing a compulsion or reducing your anxiety. This is response prevention. When an ERP plan is put in created and guided by a professional, your child should be able to understand and face his anxiety in a way that makes him feel empowered and ready to tackle the challenges life with throw at him as he ages. 

 

ERP is often not about just getting over one fear, but gaining the skills in understanding and facing things as they continue to grow and expand into the world. 

 

If you think ERP may be right for your child please reach out to us for a consultation!