What is systematic desensitization (SD)?
Systematic desensitisation helps people learn that something is safe or manageable. This happens with professional support, by taking small, predictable steps at the persons' own pace, to help them feel more comfortable with a feared situation (e.g., visiting the dentist).

Systematic Desensitization supports children to gradually become familiar with the clinic or surgery across multiple visits. This is done through small, supported steps that are paced according to the child's needs, with the aim of making health care appointments more comfortable and achievable. There is no fixed number of visits, as each child's journey is different.