What therapeutic approach includes exposure therapy?

Exposure therapy is a therapeutic technique used primarily in the treatment of anxiety-related disorders, particularly Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). The goal of exposure therapy is to reduce the fear or anxiety response associated with traumatic memories or stressors by gradually and systematically exposing the individual to those memories or contexts in a controlled and safe environment.

In the context of PTSD, this approach helps individuals confront and process their trauma instead of avoiding reminders of the event, which can lead to heightened anxiety and distress. This form of therapy emphasizes the importance of facing fears in a supportive way to diminish their power over the individual’s life.

While exposure techniques can also be applicable in treatments for Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and other anxiety disorders, the direct connection of exposure therapy with PTSD makes it the most fitting choice among the options provided. Other treatments for General Anxiety Disorder and Depression may involve different therapeutic strategies like cognitive behavioral therapy or medication management rather than specifically focusing on exposure methods.