Edna B. Foa

Edna B. Foa is widely recognized for her pioneering work in the development and dissemination of Prolonged Exposure (PE) therapy, a highly effective treatment for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Her research has significantly advanced the understanding and treatment of anxiety disorders and trauma.

Edna B. Foa is a professor of clinical psychology in psychiatry at the University of Pennsylvania, where she also directs the Center for the Treatment and Study of Anxiety. Her academic career has focused on research and clinical practice related to anxiety disorders.