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The CTSA at UPenn is renowned for its dedication to developing and providing effective treatments for OCD, PTSD, and all anxiety disorders.
Philadelphia, PA
Joined March 2010
🔗 Learn more & register: https://t.co/d6HUFvxpGg 👥 Who it's for: Licensed clinicians (or those under supervision) 🎓 What you’ll gain: Expert feedback on your cases Support from a community of peers Practical tools to strengthen your exposure therapy delivery #GroupConsultation
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💛 Kindness is a clinical strength. Celebrate the healing power of compassion—in therapy, in community, and in everyday moments. At the CTSA, we believe that kindness is more than a feeling—it’s a foundation for recovery. Let’s make kindness the norm. #WorldKindnessDay
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📅 January 12–15, 2026 📍 Live via Zoom 🎓 Designed for licensed mental health professionals with trauma treatment experience 🔗 Register now and transform your trauma care practice: https://t.co/xMsVJLmvPF
#ProlongedExposure #PTSDTreatment #TraumaTherapy #EvidenceBasedCare
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On this Veterans Day, we salute those who’ve served—and recommit to supporting their mental health. At the CTSA, we offer evidence-based care and training to help providers make a lasting impact. 🧠Learn more. Get trained. Be part of the healing. #VeteransDay
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Is it social anxiety—or something more? Join CTSA for a deep dive into Impression Management OCD, a misunderstood subtype that mimics social anxiety but runs deeper. 👉 Register now and expand your OCD treatment toolkit: https://t.co/AhOI0p4D4F
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Ruminations vs. Obsessions: What’s the Difference? Ruminations and obsessions may look alike—but they function differently. Learn how to spot the difference and guide treatment effectively. Hashtags: #OCD #MentalHealthEducation #CBT #ObsessionsVsRuminations
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Safety behaviors can feel like coping tools—but they often keep anxiety going. From checking and avoiding to seeking constant reassurance, these habits can block progress in exposure therapy. Learn how to spot them and support clients in letting go. #SafetyBehaviors #OCD #Anxiety
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Health anxiety is more than worry—it’s a cycle of fear, checking, and seeking reassurance. Exposure therapy helps clients break that cycle by facing uncertainty head-on. Learn how to guide them toward lasting relief. #HealthAnxiety #CBT #ExposureTherapy
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Haunted houses are optional—but for people with anxiety, fear can feel constant. This Halloween, let’s talk about real fear, and how exposure therapy helps clients face it—one brave step at a time. #HalloweenAnxiety #ExposureTherapy #MentalHealthAwareness
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What Cats Can Teach Us About Anxiety Even the most anxious cat can learn to feel safe. So can we. #NationalCatDay #AnxietyAwareness #ExposureTherapy #MentalHealthMatters
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A strong exposure hierarchy sets the stage for meaningful progress in therapy. By breaking fears into manageable steps, you empower clients to face what once felt impossible. #ExposureHierarchy #TherapistTools #CBT
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Specific phobias don’t have to control your clients’ lives. Exposure therapy offers a proven path to healing—step by step, fear becomes manageable. Learn how to guide clients through their journey with confidence and compassion.
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Resistance isn’t a setback—it’s part of the therapeutic journey. When clients push back against exposure, it’s an opportunity to slow down, listen, and collaborate. Learn how to meet resistance with empathy and strategy. #TherapistSupport #ClientResistance #ExposureTherapy
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Hey Therapists! 🌟 Let's dive into anxiety sensitivity and how exposure therapy can be a game-changer for our clients. Empower your clients to face their fears and reclaim their lives! 💪✨ #TherapyTools #AnxietySensitivity #ExposureTherapy #MentalHealthMatters
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🧠It’s OCD Awareness Week! This week, CTSA will post videos from our very own OCD experts to provide the FACTS about OCD. 📲 Follow @CTSA for expert insights, resources, and ways to support those living with OCD. #OCDWeek #OCDAwareness #MentalHealthAwareness #CTSA
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Exposure Therapy is a structured, supportive way to retrain your brain to feel safe in situations that trigger fear or anxiety. Swipe to learn what exposure therapy actually is, how it works, and why it’s one of the most effective tools for anxiety. 💬✨ #ExposureTherapy #CBT
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Avoiding discomfort might bring short-term relief, but it teaches your brain that fear = danger. Swipe through to learn how avoidance fuels anxiety and how facing fear (even in small steps) can lead to real freedom. đź’Ş #AnxietyAwareness #ExposureTherapy #AvoidanceCycle
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It's fall, y'all and CTSA's Newsletter is back, filled with exciting news and updates. Don't miss out, read it now! đź“– We can only post 4 pages. For a pdf version of the newsletter, click here: https://t.co/t0iTqex2P2
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Exposure Therapy can sound intimidating — but it doesn’t have to be. How we introduce it to clients makes all the difference. Swipe through for tips on framing exposure in a way that feels collaborative, empowering, and grounded in trust. 💬✨ #ExposureTherapy #CBT
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Perfectionism isn’t just about doing things well — it’s about fearing what happens if you don’t. Swipe through to learn how perfectionism keeps anxiety alive — and how to start breaking the cycle. 🌱 #Perfectionism #AnxietyAwareness #MentalHealthMatters #CBT #SelfCompassion
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