Frank Scenes like this were imagined several times during a series of therapy session that was distinctly uncomfortable during these therapeutic fantasies, but he felt strongly was helpful and adamant that he wanted the therapist to continue to describe these scenes to him. Frank not only kept the therapist updated each week on hi progress, but also completed rating scales each day to reflect the strength of his urge to expose himself As reported by Frank, the urges declined gradually, as the weeks went by it became clear that he was no longer exposing himself Another technique used in Frank's treatment was role-playing or behavior rehearsal Aimed at increasing his self-assurance, reducing social anxiety, and improving his judgment and skills in dealing with people, this technique means that therapist and client of red out brief episodes from real-life situations involving assertive behavior. Here is part a transcript of one of the sessions