Prolonged Exposure Therapy

Prolonged Exposure Therapy (PE) in Colorado

Gradually confront trauma-related memories and situations with Prolonged Exposure (PE) at Overcomers. Reduce PTSD symptoms and reclaim your life.

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Prolonged Exposure Therapy at Overcomers

A specific type of therapy for PTSD and trauma-related issues. PE involves gradually and repeatedly exposing yourself to trauma-related memories, feelings, and situations in a safe and controlled way. This helps to reduce the fear and anxiety associated with the trauma over time.

Finding a Prolonged Exposure Therapist in Colorado

We believe that avoidance keeps trauma alive, and that gently facing it is often the fastest path to relief.

Prolonged Exposure (PE) is one of the most researched treatments for PTSD. At Overcomers Counseling in Colorado, our PE-trained therapists help clients who've been avoiding memories, places, or situations tied to a traumatic event — avoidance that often shrinks life down over time. PE works by gradually, repeatedly revisiting trauma-related memories and situations in a safe, controlled setting until the fear response starts to fade.

Our team of dedicated PE-trained counselors paces this work carefully so it builds confidence instead of overwhelm.

Prolonged Exposure Therapy Services

You can't avoid your way to healing — but you don't have to face it alone.

Our providers offer PE at our Colorado Springs, Aurora, Pueblo, and Fort Collins offices, and through teletherapy anywhere in Colorado. PE is often paired with the same trauma-informed foundation used in our trauma-focused therapy and EMDR services.

PE for PTSD and Avoidance

If you've been steering clear of certain places, conversations, or memories, PE helps you approach them gradually, with support, until they lose their grip.

Benefits of Prolonged Exposure Therapy

Strong Research Support — PE is recognized as an evidence-based treatment for PTSD by major mental health organizations.

Reduced Avoidance — Many clients regain access to parts of life they'd been steering clear of.

A Structured, Time-Limited Approach — PE typically follows a defined course of treatment with clear goals.

If avoidance has been shrinking your world, connect with Overcomers Counseling to find a PE therapist in Colorado.

FAQs

FAQs about Prolonged Exposure Therapy

What is Prolonged Exposure therapy?

Prolonged Exposure (PE) is a research-backed PTSD treatment that gradually and repeatedly revisits trauma-related memories and situations until the fear response fades.

Who is Prolonged Exposure therapy for?

Clients who've been avoiding memories, places, or situations tied to a traumatic event, and want to regain access to parts of life they've been steering clear of.

Is PE therapy covered by insurance?

Yes, Overcomers accepts Medicaid and most major insurance plans for Prolonged Exposure therapy.

How long does Prolonged Exposure therapy take?

PE typically follows a structured, time-limited course of treatment with clear goals, though the exact length varies by person.

Is Prolonged Exposure therapy safe?

Yes. Exposure happens gradually and in a controlled way, with your therapist adjusting the pace so it never feels overwhelming.

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Rahel has been a joy to work with so far. She's very pleasant and seems excited to help me with my mental health journey. She's very welcoming and easy to warm up. She listens intently, asks meaningful questions, gives helpful advice and affirmations, and is very responsive. She's prompt to our appointments and is very diligent in recalling and addressing things from our last session to help keep the flow and the conversation going. She's also very skilled in facilitating natural transitions in the conversation and topics. I'm very happy and grateful for her professional help!
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