Understanding Panic and Phobias
Panic and phobias can feel overwhelming, unpredictable, and isolating. They range from sudden panic attacks to persistent fears like emetophobia (fear of vomiting) or other specific phobias. While these reactions are distressing, they are not dangerous, and with the right approach, relief is possible.
These conditions often share common patterns:
- Overactive stress and fear responses in the body
- Learned associations that trigger anxiety automatically
- Avoidance behaviours that reinforce the fear over time
Understanding these patterns is the first step in breaking the cycle.
Explore my Panic, Fears & Phobias sub-hub
I’ve created a collection of resources for anyone affected by panic, fears, or phobias:
1. Panic Attacks & Panic Disorder
Learn about the causes of panic attacks, why they feel so intense, and how hypnotherapy can reduce their frequency and severity.
2. Emetophobia (Fear of Vomiting)
Understand emetophobia, its connection to panic, and how hypnotherapy — including techniques like the Rewind Technique — can help reduce fear and restore confidence.
3. Fears & Phobias
Explore common phobias, how they develop, and how hypnotherapy can help reframe fears, calm the nervous system, and restore freedom in daily life.
How Hypnotherapy Helps
Hypnotherapy works at the subconscious level, helping to:
- Calm the nervous system
- Break learned fear and panic patterns
- Reframe unhelpful thoughts
- Build confidence in facing triggers
The Rewind Technique
A particularly effective method for treating phobias and panic triggers is the Rewind Technique. This involves:
- Guiding you into a relaxed, safe mental state.
- “Playing back” the memory of the fear or traumatic event from a dissociated perspective.
- Rewinding the memory to reduce its emotional intensity.
- Reframing and integrating the experience so the mind responds differently in the future.
Clients often report a dramatic reduction in fear and panic after just one session. It’s safe, gentle, and effective for a wide range of phobias and panic-related fears.
Why This Hub is Useful
This hub acts as a central resource for anyone experiencing panic or phobias. It makes it easier to explore specific issues while seeing how they connect to broader anxiety patterns. It also guides you toward professional support if needed, so you don’t have to face these challenges alone.
Next Steps
If panic, phobias, or fears are affecting your daily life, a personalised consultation can help you:
- Identify triggers
- Learn effective coping strategies
- Explore hypnotherapy techniques like the Rewind Technique for lasting relief
Contact Neil Cox Hypnotherapy in Hayle to discuss your needs and book a session.