Apply classical conditioning strategies to behavior modification and describe how classical conditioning can be applied to modify behavior.

Use systematic desensitization to rid a client of a specific phobia.

• Briefly describe the client, including sociocultural factors that should be considered.
• Identify the specific phobia and the criteria (use DSM-5-TR) that indicate they do have a phobia.
• Discuss the concept of reciprocal inhibition and how it can be useful in the treatment of anxiety. Explain how to facilitate this process with the client.
• Create a detailed fear hierarchy of the client's phobia-related stimuli and discuss how it was developed.
• Describe how to take your the through systematic desensitization.
• Discuss the best way for the client to remain phobia-free.