Delivering VR Exposure TherapyLesson 12 of 50

What Clients Would Benefit From Virtual Reality Exposure Therapy?

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Corrie Ackland, PhDPrincipal Clinical Psychologist & Director, Sydney Phobia Clinic

Lesson summary

Any client who needs exposure therapy is a candidate for VRET, and those who have struggled or felt unmotivated in the past often benefit most because VR removes many logistical and safety barriers to graded practice — enabling successes with fear of flying, needle phobia and claustrophobia that clients never thought possible.

Key learning points

Suits clients stuck with traditional exposure
Re-engages unmotivated or hesitant clients
Set clear expectations and a strong rationale