define counterconditioning systematic
In this article. Systematic desensitization and counterconditioning are two common treatments for fears, anxiety, phobias and aggressionâbasically any behavior problem that involves arousal or emotional reaction.his treatment will eliminate the underlying reason for the behavior problem in the first place. Desensitization and counterconditioning are treatments that were developed by psychologists. Usually done at the same time, these treatments are used to help both people and animals with fears and phobias.