Phobias

A phobia is an intense and irrational fear of a particular situation, object, place, or animal. Phobias tend to develop after a stressful, frightening, or traumatic experience in childhood or during the teen years. They can also be learned from a parent or household member with the same phobia. When an individual has a phobia, they tend to shape their life around avoiding the thing they fear. As a result, this prevents them from functioning normally or in the manner they desire. When the thing feared cannot be avoided and must be endured, significant anxiety and panic attacks can result. If you are ready to improve your quality of life so that you are no longer hindered by your fear, Lotus Therapy Group is here to help.

Here are just some of the phobias an individual can struggle with:

—Blood, needles, or germs
—Hospitals, doctors, or dental work
—Public speaking
—Animals such as dogs, spiders, or snakes
—Flying
—Heights
—Thunder, lightening, and tornados
—Social situations
—Crowded areas, small areas, or open spaces
—Bodies of water
—Vomiting or choking
—Sickness or death

Phobias are actually very treatable. Reach out to us to schedule your initial appointment today!