Transforming OCD Treatment: The ERP Approach

This chapter explores the evolution of OCD treatment, focusing on the shift from cognitive therapy to Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) as the gold standard. It highlights the challenges and complexities of ERP therapy, particularly the importance of building distress tolerance, psychoeducation, and client motivation. Additionally, it addresses the barriers to access and support needed for effective treatment, emphasizing the necessity of confronting fears while managing discomfort.