Introduction to Exposure and Response Prevention Treatment for OCD
About This Course
Dr. Sandy Capaldi will provide instruction in the diagnosis of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and the theoretical underpinnings of Exposure and Response Prevention (EX/RP), an evidence-based treatment for OCD symptoms. The primary treatment components of EX/RP will be introduced, and practical applications discussed.
The registration deadline for this course is May 4, 2026.
Learning Objectives
- Describe the symptoms of OCD
- Discuss the theory underlying EX/RP
- Implement psychoeducational treatment components of EX/RP
- Explain how to construct an in-vivo exposure hierarchy
- Discuss the elements of imaginal exposure to feared consequences
Intended Audience
Mental health professionals who may work with individuals with a suspected or confirmed diagnosis of OCD.




