Phobia protocol
Description
This chapter presents a summary of the Phobia Protocol scripted by Marilyn Luber (Shapiro, 2001, 2006). Shapiro distinguishes between two types of phobias: simple phobia (e.g., fear of an object), and process phobia (feature of a situation in which the client must actively participate). Therapists are instructed to use the Standard EMDR Protocol for the following targets over six steps: past memories, present triggers, and a future template. To do the full Phobia Protocol, all six steps should be included. The Phobia Protocol Script is included.
Format
Book Section
Language
English
Original Work Citation
Luber, M. & Shapiro, F. (2009). Phobia protocol. In M. Luber (Ed.), Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) scripted protocols: Basics and special situations (pp. 155-173). New York, NY: Springer Publishing Co
Collection
Citation
“Phobia protocol,” Francine Shapiro Legacy Library, accessed January 15, 2026, https://francineshapirolibrary.omeka.net/items/show/19093.

