During a therapy session to treat a phobia, the therapist confronts the object or situation feared by the client while the client observes. This approach is termed:

A) modeling.
B) social skills training.
C) systematic desensitization.
D) flooding.

Phobia

An intense, irrational fear of specific objects, situations, or activities that can significantly interfere with daily functioning.

Modeling

A method used in psychology to learn new behaviors by observing and imitating others.

Systematic Desensitization

A behavioral therapy technique that gradually exposes the individual to the object of their fear in a controlled manner, alongside relaxation exercises, to reduce phobic responses.