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Fears & Phobias:
You can set yourself free!

I hate to fly!

High places give me the creeps.

Isn’t there a way around the Bridge?

Tunnels make me freeze.

I’ll go anywhere, but not on the water.

I’ll drive, but not on the freeway.

Can hypnosis help?


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One of the primary reasons people seek therapy is the need to deal with fear reactions.  The range of such problems is quite extensive, ranging from simple annoying "hang ups" to full-blown phobias that may be a part of serious mental illness.

Common Problems

The usual apprehensions that may exist in relative degrees of severity include fear of flying, high places, rejection, failure and even success.  Fear of pain, exposure, death, and the unknown are also common. 

Fears are not necessarily bad; in fact, they can be highly valuable if they serve useful purposes such as instilling caution in driving, locking doors, or being prepared for emergencies.  But when a fear causes the alteration of a normal lifestyle, creating intense and irrational behaviors that pose a threat to a person's well-being, it merits close attention.  Frequent occurrence of these fears should be regarded as a strong warning signal that needs to be heeded.

How Can Hypnosis Help?

Hypnosis can help by reaching the subconscious mind where the fears are, and helping that part of the self understand that time has passed and there is no reason to continue fearing. Suggestions are given to alleviate the anxiety.
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Common fear-related problems that hypnosis can help:
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bullet.gif (246 bytes)Flying and Travel bullet.gif (246 bytes)Childbirth
bullet.gif (246 bytes)Heights bullet.gif (246 bytes)Dark Places
bullet.gif (246 bytes)Animals or insects bullet.gif (246 bytes)Nightmares
bullet.gif (246 bytes)Performance (Stage Fright) bullet.gif (246 bytes)Physicians and Dentists
bullet.gif (246 bytes)Speaking in Public bullet.gif (246 bytes)Surgery
bullet.gif (246 bytes)Closed or Open spaces bullet.gif (246 bytes)Passing Exams

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What some of our clients now say:

"I can drive or ride anywhere now."

"I really did a good job speaking before my peers."

"I am learning to relax before starting to perform, and while I’m on the stage."

"I am able to cross any bridge now without fear; I feel in control."

"I’m back at normal level with my driving, feeling relaxed, yet alert."

"Driving has become an enjoyable experience again."