This text investigates the most effective clinical protocols for treating panic disorder and agoraphobia through evidence-based psychological intervention. Authors Geoffrey L. Thorpe and Jeffrey E. Hecker leverage their backgrounds in clinical psychology to synthesize research-driven methodologies for assessment and therapy. The book provides a structured framework for clinicians to identify specific patient needs and implement targeted behavioral treatments within a professional setting.

The text serves as a specialized manual for clinicians and students, emphasizing empirical research over theoretical abstraction. Its focus on actionable treatment strategies makes it a standard reference for those working directly with anxiety-related disorders in a clinical capacity.