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Dr. Samuel Spencer
Developing a Novel Cognitive-behavioral Treatment for Misophonia: Overview of the Therapeutic Approach and Preliminary Findings
About the Session
Fortunately for those affected by misophonia, psychological treatments have begun to emerge, with most approaches grounded in cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) principles. However, the potential role of conditioned aversive muscle reflexes in misophonia has received relatively little attention in existing treatments. To address this gap, we developed a novel 16-session, individualized treatment for adults with misophonia. The treatment includes two components: (1) counterconditioning an individualized physical reflex believed to underlie misophonia, and (2) cognitive, behavioral, and emotional regulation techniques drawn from CBT traditions and tailored specifically for misophonia.
In this presentation, we will provide a detailed overview of the treatment, share preliminary findings from a research study supporting its effectiveness, and answer audience questions about the treatment approach.
Erin Moran-Meder, a doctoral student at the University of North Texas, will assist Dr. Samuel Spencer with the presentation.