Phobias

A phobia is an intense fear of a specific object, situation, or experience that can feel difficult to control and often leads to avoidance.

While avoiding the feared situation may bring temporary relief, it tends to strengthen the fear over time and makes it harder to face the situation in the future.

the most common phobia we see is emetophobia:

an intense fear of vomiting that can involve worries about becoming sick, seeing others vomit, or being around someone who is or was recently ill. Many people begin closely monitoring their bodies for signs of illness, overanalyzing physical sensations, repeatedly checking expiration dates, examining food for signs of spoilage, researching how long food is safe to eat after it’s been opened, and avoiding certain foods, leftovers, and restaurants.

aerophobia: fear of flying
amoxophobia: fear of driving
acrophobia: fear of heights
agoraphobia: fear of open spaces (*see anxiety disorders section)
claustrophobia: fear of small/enclosed spaces
glossophobia: fear of public speaking

other common phobias we treat:

Fears can take many forms, but when they begin to limit daily life— where you go, what you do— it’s a sign that it’s time to face those fears so you can live more fully. This can feel too difficult to do on your own, which is why the right exposure-based approach and support can make it feel possible.

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