Raika
- Date posted
- 3y
ERP
I have been attempting to do ERP on my own. Is there suggestions or recommendation to make it more effective? And also how long should a session be and how many times should i do ERP per week?
- User type
- Therapist
- Date posted
- 3y
In general, the more you do ERP, the better you will get. Every time we do an exposure, we re-wire the brain just a tiny bit. That being said, there are a LOT of nuances to doing exposures correctly, so I would definitely recommend meeting with a therapist who specializes in this while you're doing it.
AnonymousAnonymous
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- OCD Conqueror
- Date posted
- 3y
Everyone is so different so it depends on your situation and your themes but at least for me, I try to do a half hour a day 3-4 days a week. Some weeks less, some more. Just try to stay consistent and have faith!
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- Date posted
- 25w
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- Therapist
- Date posted
- 25w
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- Date posted
- 24w
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