Prolonged Exposure Therapy for PTSD: Emotional Processing of Traumatic Experiences, Therapist Guide, 2nd Edition

Prolonged Exposure Therapy for PTSD: Emotional Processing of Traumatic Experiences, Therapist Guide, 2nd Edition by Edna B. Foa and colleagues is a clinical resource for mental health professionals who provide evidence-based treatment for Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). Published by Oxford University Press, this therapist guide presents the principles and practical procedures of prolonged exposure (PE), a structured, trauma-focused psychotherapy designed to help individuals process traumatic experiences and reduce PTSD symptoms.

The guide explains the core components of prolonged exposure therapy, including psychoeducation, breathing retraining, in vivo exposure to safe but avoided situations, and imaginal exposure to traumatic memories. It provides therapists with a structured framework for planning sessions, guiding exposure exercises, addressing avoidance, and monitoring treatment progress.

Designed for psychologists, psychiatrists, counselors, social workers, and other trained mental health professionals, this book connects clinical research with practical treatment guidance. It is a useful reference for clinicians and graduate-level trainees studying trauma-focused psychotherapy and evidence-based interventions for PTSD.

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