A client, who has an intense fear of flying, has elected to participate in a therapy that culminates in a short air flight. This is an example of which type of therapy?
A) Psychotherapy
B) Cognitive therapy
C) Behavioral therapy
D) Alternative therapy
C
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Desensitization is a form of behavioral therapy and attempts to extinguish undesirable responses by learning adaptive techniques. Emotional support is provided while the client is gradually coached through experiences that provoke anxiety. Eventually, the client will be able to tolerate the anxiety-provoking experience independently. Psychotherapy involves talking with a psychiatrist, psychologist, or other clinical specialist. Cognitive therapy is a form of psychotherapy in which the therapist assists the client in correcting faulty belief systems. Alternative therapy is the use of techniques to manage anxiety through relaxation techniques and physical exercise.
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