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Prolonged Exposure Therapy

A type of exposure therapy used to treat trauma and PTSD. In this therapy, clients are exposed to thoughts, situations, and other triggers they have been avoiding in order to help individuals live a more meaningful life.

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Common questions

What is PE?
A type of exposure therapy used to treat trauma and PTSD. In this therapy, clients are exposed to thoughts, situations, and other triggers they have been avoiding in order to help individuals live a more meaningful life.
Can I find a therapist who uses PE?
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