Demystifying interoceptive exposure
What it is, why it works, and how to do it
Fridays, April 10 – April 24, 2026 | 12 pm – 1 pm ET
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About this workshop
Do your clients avoid emotions because of how uncomfortable they feel? Are they afraid of strong physical sensations like a racing heart, dizziness, nausea, or shortness of breath? Interoceptive exposure is a technique designed to help clients face these sensations in a safe, structured way so they can learn they’re not dangerous and gain more confidence in managing strong emotions.
Although it’s one of the most powerful tools for treating emotional disorders, interoceptive exposure is also the exercise clinicians most often report feeling anxious about using with clients. Concerns about it being “too hard” for clients, or even unsafe, are common. The purpose of this workshop is to empower clinicians to understand this tool and implement it in their practice.
Whether you’re brand-new to interoceptive exposure, familiar with it but hesitant to try, or simply looking to sharpen your skills, this workshop is for you. Using the latest science, we’ll clarify what interoceptive exposure is (and isn’t), why it works, and how to do it effectively. Through hands-on practice, you’ll learn how to present it in everyday language, design exercises that fit your clients’ needs, and navigate common concerns with confidence.
You’ll leave not only with a clear framework but also the practical skills and reassurance to start using this intervention more comfortably in your own practice.
Learning objectives for each session
Dr. Robbins received her Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from Boston University where she focused on the development and evaluation of the Unified Protocol (UP) under the mentorship of Dr. David Barlow. As part of her work, she specialized in the application of the UP to dysregulated anger. Dr. Robbins completed a predoctoral internship at the Durham VA and postdoctoral training at the Center for Misophonia and Emotion Regulation at Duke University Medical Center. She is a co-author of the UP and an expert national trainer. Dr. Robbins is a licensed clinical psychologist and currently works at Triangle Area Psychology Clinic in Durham, NC, where she provides clinical services to patients and trains therapists to deliver the UP. She has published numerous peer-review papers on the development, adaptation, and evaluation of transdiagnostic treatments. She is passionate about providing evidence-based treatments to patients and training providers to deliver these treatments.
Meet your instructor
Dr. Robbins received her Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from Boston University where she focused on the development and evaluation of the Unified Protocol (UP) under the mentorship of Dr. David Barlow. As part of her work, she specialized in the application of the UP to dysregulated anger. Dr. Robbins completed a predoctoral internship at the Durham VA and postdoctoral training at the Center for Misophonia and Emotion Regulation at Duke University Medical Center. She is a co-author of the UP and an expert national trainer. Dr. Robbins is a licensed clinical psychologist and currently works at Triangle Area Psychology Clinic in Durham, NC, where she provides clinical services to patients and trains therapists to deliver the UP. She has published numerous peer-review papers on the development, adaptation, and evaluation of transdiagnostic treatments. She is passionate about providing evidence-based treatments to patients and training providers to deliver these treatments.
Fidelity and flexibility
Translating the Unified Protocol into a cohesive, skills-based group format
Who is this for?
This training is intended for mental healthcare professionals who want to help clients face strong emotions and physical sensations more effectively (whether or not you’ve used interoceptive exposure before!). Trainees are also encouraged to attend!
3 CEs available through APA¹
This workshop is eligible to receive up to 3 CE credits for practicing clinicians. Earn 1 APA CE credit per session attended in full. Credits are awarded only for verified attendance and issued on one certificate.
30-day on-demand access
After the live event concludes, you retain access to the workshop recording and accompanying materials for 30 days.
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CE Info and other fine print
¹Offers 3 CE credits for US-licensed psychologists
The Unified Protocol Institute (UPI) is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. UPI maintains responsibility for this program and its content.
Offers 3 CE credits for US social workers
ASWB ACE credit is currently not offered for this course. However, many social work licensing boards accept CE hours issued by APA-approved sponsors; acceptance is determined by each state board and you can confirm with your state licensing board in advance of registration. If you are unsure how to do so or have any questions, please reach out to us and we can assist: hello@unifiedprotocol.com.
State Licensing Note:
UPI is an APA-approved CE sponsor; however, some states have additional requirements regarding APA sponsorship. The Unified Protocol Institute is not approved by the New York State Education Department as a CE provider. Please check with your state licensing board to confirm whether APA-sponsored CEs will meet your licensure requirements.
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References
Abramowitz, J. S., Deacon, B. J., & Whiteside, S. P. (2019). Exposure therapy for anxiety: Principles and practice. Guilford Publications.
Blakey, S. M., & Abramowitz, J. S. (2016). The effects of safety behaviors during exposure therapy for anxiety: Critical analysis from an inhibitory learning perspective. Clinical Psychology Review, 49, 1-15.
Boettcher, H., Brake, C. A., & Barlow, D. H. (2016). Origins and outlook of interoceptive exposure. Journal of Behavior Therapy and Experimental Psychiatry, 53, 41-51.
Craske, M. G., Treanor, M., Conway, C. C., Zbozinek, T., & Vervliet, B. (2014). Maximizing exposure therapy: An inhibitory learning approach. Behaviour research and therapy, 58, 10-23.
There is no known commercial support for this program.