Brief Exposure Therapy (BET) is a focused, time-limited psychological intervention designed to help individuals confront and reduce anxiety related to social situations and specific phobias. Rooted in cognitive-behavioral principles, BET involves systematically and gradually exposing individuals to feared scenarios—such as public speaking, social interactions, or specific triggers like heights or enclosed spaces—in a controlled and supportive environment.

Rather than avoiding anxiety-provoking situations, BET encourages repeated, brief exposures that help retrain the brain’s fear response. Over time, this process reduces avoidance behaviors, builds emotional resilience, and fosters a sense of mastery. BET is particularly effective for those seeking rapid, targeted relief from social anxiety or phobias without the need for long-term therapy commitments.