Phobias

Phobias can cause intense fear and anxiety that disrupt daily life and limit opportunities. Our goal at Epiphany Center is to help individuals overcome these fears, restore confidence, and reclaim the freedom to fully engage in life.

What is a Phobia?

A phobia is the experience of having intense feelings of fear about a particular object, situation, or experience that is out of proportion to the actual threat posed.

Simple phobias are experienced in relation to particular objects, such as animals, or situations, such as heights, visiting the dentist, medical procedures, or perhaps flying. Complex phobias, by contrast, can be more severe and life-limiting. These include fears related to social interactions or agoraphobia—the fear of situations where escape might be difficult or help unavailable, such as being in open spaces, crowded areas, or enclosed places.

A phobia is typically experienced when an individual is facing (or can anticipate facing) the source of their fear, and it can be debilitating. Phobias can impede a person’s ability to function normally, including making it difficult or impossible to receive medical care, travel, or socialize effectively with others.
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Treating Phobias

Phobias, like other forms of anxiety, can be successfully treated with proven, evidence-based methods. These approaches help individuals rebuild confidence in themselves and restore a sense of trust in the world around them.

The front-line treatment for phobias is Exposure Therapy. This method involves gradually and safely facing the feared object, activity, or situation in a structured, supportive way. Over time, this process helps create a more balanced and empowered relationship with the source of fear.

A therapist trained in Exposure Therapy provides guidance, encouragement, and a clear plan for progress. They can help identify opportunities for healing, prioritize steps toward change, and support each stage of the journey toward freedom and an improved quality of life.

Receiving Treatment for Phobias at Epiphany Center

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Epiphany Center for OCD and PTSD is a private pay, out of network provider. We will gladly provide you with a superbill and accept HSA and Flex Spending Account cards.

Cancellation policy: If you cancel your appointment with less than 24 hours notice, you will be assessed a full session fee.