About Fears & Phobias

Phobias are more than just fears, they’re intense, often overwhelming anxiety responses that can interfere with daily life. Whether it’s a fear of flying, needles, vomiting, public spaces, or something more specific, phobias can leave you feeling stuck, panicked, and isolated.

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Phobias often develop from past trauma, learned behaviours, or even genetic tendencies, but the good news is, they are treatable. Solution Focused Hypnotherapy helps you gently rewire your response to fear by working with the brain’s natural ability to change. You don’t have to relive past trauma, instead, we focus on building calm, confidence, and control.

Specific (Simple) Phobias

Often starting in childhood, these phobias focus on a particular object, animal, or situation. While they may seem minor to others, the fear can be very real and debilitating for the person experiencing it.

Common examples include:

• Animal phobias – fear of dogs, spiders, birds, snakes, etc.

• Environmental phobias – fear of heights, deep water,  germs, etc.

• Situational phobias – fear of flying, visiting the dentist, confined spaces, etc.

• Bodily phobias – fear of blood, vomiting, medical injections, etc.

• Sexual phobias – performance anxiety or fear related to STIs

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Complex Phobias

These are more severe, often developing in adulthood, and typically relate to deeply rooted anxiety around certain situations. They can have a profound impact on a person's quality of life.

The most common complex phobias include:

• Agoraphobia – fear of being in places where escape may be difficult, especially during a panic attack

• Social phobia (Social Anxiety Disorder) – fear of social interactions, judgement, or embarrassment

• Emetophobia – extreme fear of vomiting or seeing others be sick

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The good news? Whether your phobia is simple or complex, you can experience fast, lasting relief. Solution Focused Hypnotherapy offers a powerful, positive approach to overcoming phobias, without needing to relive traumatic memories.  Many clients begin to feel better after just a few sessions.