Written Exposure Therapy

Written Exposure Therapy (WET) is a type of cognitive-behavioral therapy used to treat anxiety disorders. It is based on the idea that by writing down and then repeatedly confronting our fears, we can reduce their power over us. WET helps individuals with anxiety to identify and challenge their irrational beliefs about feared situations or objects, as well as develop coping strategies for managing their fear and anxiety. During WET sessions, clients write detailed descriptions of their most feared situations or objects in order to gain insight into how they perceive them. They also practice relaxation techniques such as deep breathing and progressive muscle relaxation to help them manage their physical symptoms of fear and anxiety. Finally, clients learn how to use exposure exercises such as gradually increasing exposure to feared situations or objects in order to desensitize themselves from these fears over time. Written Exposure Therapy is an evidence-based treatment for reducing symptoms of anxiety disorders and helping people live more fulfilling lives.