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Contrary to popular belief, phobias are not a mental disorder,
but a learned response, an intense fear to an object or activity. We often get calls from people telling us "I know this doesn't make sense, but I can't help myself and I just want it to stop".
Designed Thinking has assisted people just like you to undo the learned responses their mind has focused on. You too can stop the discomfort and permanently overcome these challenges. What many of our clients have found so amazing is how quickly their phobias can disappear.
In overcoming your fears, surface level changes will not help, as they must occur at deeper neurological level, with in your subconscious mind. By rewriting the old unwanted programst, you can shift how you response to these fears. When you do this, your mind will not be able to recreate the past panic you have suffered with, as the fears are simply gone from your way of thinking.
If you're looking to let go of your fears as soon as possible, call us (866-718-9995) and we will be glad to
get you started or to answer any questions you may have. You can also go to our Phobia Release page for additional information on why our clients have been so open to the effectiveness of our methods.
We have assisted our clients' in releasing the following Phobias.
Agoraphobia Fear of Open Spaces - While there are many
definitions under this heading, it is the limitation of leaving certain environments. For some this means being confined to their home and for others it is traveling within a certain miles radius of where they live.
When the root cause of this fear is lifted, the comfort zone begins to expand
Amaxophobia* Fear of driving or riding in vehicles -
the inability of riding or entering an automobile, either as a driver or a passenger. This means avoiding vehicles at any cost.
Androphobia Fear of men - The fear of coming in contract
with, engaging in activities or becoming intimate with men.
Apiphobia* Fear of bees -
In extreme cases, just the mention of a bee can trigger an attack. This phobia can often be eliminated quickly
Autophobia Fear of being alone -
An extremely high need to around others. Staying home alone or having to do activities without companionship will be extremely uncomfortable.
Bacteriophobia*
Fear of bacteria - any situation or activity where the person believes dirty or unsanitary conditions will exist, triggers extreme nervousness. Often ties in with OCD and washing.
Brontophobia Fear of storms - can be limited to fear of
thunderstorms, though many suffering from this will also fear rain (Ombrophobia) or even dark clouds and they will anticipate the arrival of storms. Often accompanied with unresolved guilt, trust, or acceptance.
Claustrophobia*
Fear of enclosed spaces - the feeling of being enclosed or trapped. Elevators, closets, tunnels, small rooms, being stuck in traffic, etc., are all common. Claustrophobics focus in on what confines their environment and not on the space available.
Cnidophobia*
Fear of insect stings - Close to Apiphobia, though those affected fear wasps, hornets, bees, or any other insect that sting. Clients have had a release of this phobia with in a few sessions
Coitophobia Fear of sexual intercourse - can affect both men
and women. The act of intercourse is not the challenge, it is the rejection, trust, self worth, guilt, shame and hurt from past experiences that have been associated to the event.
Emetophobia*
Fear of vomiting - the act of, being around others who might get sick or any representation of vomiting. This fear can be all consuming, leading to the avoidance of certain foods and places where it is
believed they or others may become ill. Often accompanied with signs of OCD. While emetophobia is often structured in complex thought patterns, it can be overcome.
Enetophobia*
Fear of needles or pins - Seeing or being around sharp objects, being stuck by a needle or pin {intentionally or not}, going to doctor or dentist for shots or vaccination, etc.
Ergophobia Fear of work -
a rejection of the work environment, the act of performing duties or having to be part of a team going towards a common goal.
Gephyrophobia*
Fear of crossing bridges - An extreme panic or disorientation of crossing bridges. Some may experience an accompanying urge to pull or jump off. Clients have experienced results in as little as a few of
sessions.
Glossophobia Fear of public speaking - falls in the category
of social phobias. Extreme discomfort of having to express oneself in front of a group of people or to be the center of attention. Usually driven by the fear of judgment, criticism or authority. Disorientation,
panic, and sweating are common. To some degree, this fear is common in a great percentage of the population.
Gymnophobia Fear of nudity - towards the opposite sex, same
sex, a certain group of people or when alone. Shame, guilt, rejection, self-worth and acceptance usually lay under this fear.
Gynophobia Fear of women - can be the fear of approaching,
engaging in a conversation, trusting, or just being around women. There is often a need for acceptance and a fear of rejection, low self-esteem or mistrusting anyone from the opposite sex they could get intimate
with, hence get hurt.
Hemaphobia* Fear of blood - the fear of losing, giving, receiving or just seeing blood. May cause intense nightmares. Often results are seen rapidly in overcoming this phobia
Homophobia Fear of homosexuality -
those suffering from this will avoid any physical and emotional contact with those of the same sex. Trust, uncertain identity and limiting beliefs are very prevalent
Hydrophobia* Fear of water -
usually for larger bodies of water, though can extend to showers, baths or just getting wet in extreme cases
Iatrophobia*
Fear of doctors - fear of any person who performs surgery, administers shots, gives medical diagnostics or any others in the medical field. Large concerns of safety and trust
Iophobia* Fear of poisons - being around any perceived
poisonous substance, or the fear of accidentally ingesting them.
Microphobia* Fear of germs -
close to Bacteriophobia. Any situation or environment where it is believed germs can breed or exist. May also be accompanied with OCD tendencies
Noctiphobia Fear of night - can be associated to fear of darkness (Nychtophobia), activities between dusk to dawn.
Obesophobia Fear of gaining weight- often found in anorexics and bulimic, those suffering from this fear will go to all lengths to avoid gaining weight. Acceptance, anger and rejection may lie behind this fear, along with limiting beliefs.
Phagophobia Fear of eating -
may also be fear of swallowing, since there is a belief that harm may occur if any food or substance is digested
Phonemophobia Fear of thinking -
Being uncomfortable with ones own thoughts. There is a great focus to keep the attention on the world outside. These people may panic when new and unfamiliar thoughts appear or their own thoughts bring up past negative emotions.
Socialphobia Fear of people - this can be crowds, speaking
in front of groups (Glassophobia), meeting strangers, even being afraid of interacting with family member. Often diagnosed as extreme shyness. Self-esteem, being judged by others, rejection, embarrassment and
acceptance may all need to be addressed. See Social Anxiety
Urophobia* Fear of urine -
the act of urinating in a public rest room, the fear of others hearing the process of urinating. Often accompanied with low self-esteem or linked in with social phobias.
You can contact us to find out more on how these and other fears need no
longer be part of your life. Designed Thinking has assisted hundreds of individuals to overcome their personal challenges. We invite you to find out how easy it can be for you to get the results you are looking for. Call us today for further inquiry:
866-718-9995
For a complete list of phobias by medical terminology, click here
For a complete list of phobias by subject matter, click here
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