Welcome to the CTSA

The Center for the Treatment and Study of Anxiety at the University of Pennsylvania is...

An internationally renowned treatment research center dedicated to developing, refining, and testing state-of-the-art therapies for anxiety and traumatic stress disorders.

A world recognized clinic, which provides evidence-based cognitive-behavioral therapy to children, adolescents, and adults with anxiety disorders.

A well-established resource for professionals, offering specialized training in the treatment of anxiety disorders to health professionals around the world.

We welcome referrals from professionals and inquiries directly from patients.

CTSA in the News

Prolonged Exposure Workshop in Amsterdam, Holland

Next fall, Dr. Foa will lead a Prolonged Exposure training workshop in Amsterdam.The four day workshop will cover the techniques and skills utilized in Prolonged Exposure, and will provide opportunities for those outside of the United States to learn about Prolonged Exposure and to enroll in further consultation.

Workshop Information

Dr. Foa Featured in Philadelphia Inquirer

Dr. Edna Foa, director of the Center for the Treatment and Study of Anxiety, is an international expert in treating PTSD and was profiled on the front page of Sunday's Philadelphia Inquirer on January 2, 2011.
Read the article Torment's Intensive Carer in the Philadelphia Inquirer...
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TIME Magazine Honors Dr. Edna Foa, Center Director

TIME magazine named Edna Foa, PhD, to the 2010 TIME 100, the magazine's annual list of the 100 most influential people in the world. Dr. Foa was recognized for her outstanding contributions in the area of treatment research for posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Read more about Dr. Foa's accomplishments...
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Volunteer Opportunities

The Center for the Treatment and Study of Anxiety is hiring 1-2 volunteers for the fall semester to assist with the ongoing research studies. Volunteers must be available at least 10 hours per week. Volunteer responsibilities will include assisting project coordinators with preparing treatment materials, maintaining the study database, assisting on recruitment for the studies, and performing various administrative tasks. A background and strong interest in psychology is preferred. This position is ideal for undergraduate psychology majors looking to gain more experience in the field. If interested, please contact Dr. Elizabeth Ohr at eaellis@mail.med.upenn.edu.