Training therapists in exposure therapy using online learning tools
Interactive E-Learning for Therapist Training in Exposure Therapy
This study is working on a new online training program to help therapists learn how to use exposure therapy for anxiety disorders better, making it easier for them to get the training they need to help you feel better.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Parc Innovations LLC NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (East Greenwich, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11065966 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research aims to improve the training of therapists in exposure therapy for anxiety disorders by developing an automated e-learning platform. The project will utilize evidence-based training content and active learning strategies to create interactive modules that therapists can access remotely. By making training more scalable and flexible, the research seeks to overcome barriers that prevent therapists from receiving adequate training in this effective treatment. The initial testing of this e-learning approach will help determine its effectiveness in preparing therapists to deliver exposure therapy.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are therapists who are currently practicing and seeking to enhance their skills in delivering exposure therapy.
Not a fit: Patients who are not receiving therapy or those who do not have access to trained therapists may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly increase the number of trained therapists capable of providing effective exposure therapy for anxiety disorders.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in using e-learning approaches for training in various therapeutic techniques, indicating potential for this method in exposure therapy.
Where this research is happening
East Greenwich, United States
- Parc Innovations LLC — East Greenwich, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Kemp, Joshua — Parc Innovations LLC
- Study coordinator: Kemp, Joshua
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.