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How can i get over my fear of snakes?

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Dr. Alison Segal answered

Specializes in Clinical Health

CBT : Systematic desensitization is a specific type of behavior therapy that is very helpful to individuals to overcome fears. It involves gradual exposure to the feared stimulus while teaching a person to be able to be able to acclimate to their own feelings of fear. Contact a licensed psychologist trained in cognitive behavioral therapy for this type of treatment.

Answered 12/9/2013

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