Phobia Treatment Through Therapy
According to the National Institute of Mental Health, more than 10 million adults live with some kind of phobia. Encountering certain obstacles or situations may leave one frightened, such as being afraid of the dark, high heights, or animals.
What Does A Phobia Look Like?
When facing situations our brains register as fears, most of us are able to remain relatively calm, rationalize the situation, and find a way around it. But this doesn’t work for everyone and can result in serious distress that makes living life difficult. According to the American Psychological Association, phobias are intense fears that result in distress and can be intrusive. Individuals with this anxiety disorder have an irrational fear of things that don’t pose any real threat.
Signals of a phobia according to the APA:
An out-of-proportion reaction (age plays a role in being inappropriate)
The individual’s capability to behave normally is compromised
What Does Phobia Treatment Look Like?
- Therapists help treat phobias by using psychotherapy, also known as talk therapy. The patients receive CBT (cognitive behavior therapy), where they can learn how to think, react, and behave to whatever it is that they fear. This helps to reduce the feeling of overwhelming anxiety.
- Medications aren’t a cure but help patients deal with symptoms.
- Individuals can also learn stress-management techniques, such as meditation, yoga, or other holistic approaches.
Phobias not only cause immense distress in the moment, but can have long-term negative consequences on life projectory and functioning. These negative consequences can compound over time and make effective treatment harder. It’s not too late to get the life you deserve. Contact us today.
About Us
At Marwil & Associates, every therapist is committed and passionate about improving lives, because it matters deeply. Our therapeutic approach is highly personalized to provide the most efficient growth for you.
Licensed professional therapists
Comfortable and supportive atmosphere
Anti - cookie cutter approach
Marwil & Associates serves adolescents, adults and couples facing a variety of life challenges. We offer in-person services in Chicago’s Lakeview neighborhood, as well as Telehealth for all locations in Illinois.
Office
1300 W Belmont Suite 506, Chicago, IL, 60657, US
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872-228-6814
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