PHOBIAS.

"[are] characterized by a marked and persistent fear of a specific object, activity, or situation (e.g., dogs, blood, flying, heights). The fear is traditionally defined as excessive or unreasonable and is invariably triggered by the presence or anticipation of the feared object or situation, which is either avoided or endured with marked anxiety or distress." - American Psychological Association

DOES YOUR FEAR GET IN YOUR WAY?

If so, you will come to understand how your phobias are gradually taking control over you, creating a state of constant fear and driving you into panic when you encounter the thing you fear the most.

Phobias are common, with nearly 15-20% of us experiencing specific phobias at least once in our life. However, they do not need to follow you throughout all of your life. As a therapist, I can assist you in developing strategies to tackle your phobias and reconnect with your best self,

EVERYONE FACES ANXIETY AT SOME POINT.

Is there something that evokes a sense of intense fear in you? If so, you may have a phobia. Phobias are irrational reactions to certain triggers, and as such, they can be quite agonizing. While technically one can be afraid of anything, some of the most common phobias involve specific situations such as flying, certain animals, or the prospect of becoming terminally ill.

If you are dealing with phobias, you may experience the following:

A feeling of helplessness
Difficulty breathing
Sensation of tightness in the chest
Feeling of being trapped
Dread and trembling
Erratic speech flow
Fear
Panic attacks
Chills, shivering and sweating
Heart racing

I am here to help. Through compassion and a proactive approach, I can help you change your approach to triggers while taking steps toward self-realization.

Interested? Get in touch!