Wolpe's Model of Therapy

Wolpe's Model of Therapy, known as systematic desensitization, is a technique to help individuals reduce anxiety related to specific fears. It involves gradually exposing the person to the feared object or situation while teaching relaxation techniques to manage fear. The process starts with imagining or experiencing less anxiety-provoking scenarios and progressively moves to more challenging ones, helping the person build confidence and lessen their fear response. This structured approach aims to replace fear with calmness, making it easier to handle situations that previously caused anxiety.