AUTHORITATIVE SERIES: ARTICLE #16
Why Phobias Aren’t Just Fears — And Why Hypnotherapy Can Help
By Troy Robins, Certified Clinical Hypnotherapist | OxfordHypnotherapyClinic.co.uk
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When someone’s terrified of spiders, it’s rarely just the spider.
They’re often just as afraid of their own reaction. They fear the panic. They fear the embarrassment. They fear losing control in front of others — again. And that’s why phobias are more than just irrational fears. They’re fears about fear itself. But the good news? That makes them highly treatable — especially with hypnotherapy. A Phobia Is a Learned Pattern — But It Can Be Unlearned Unlike general anxiety or trauma, phobias are often linked to a very specific object, situation, or trigger. Think spiders, flying, needles, public speaking, escalators — the list is endless. |
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Most phobias begin early in life or are transferred from someone else (often a parent or sibling). In many cases, they start with one moment — a memory that gets deeply stored in the subconscious.
The problem is, the subconscious mind learned something false — that this thing equals danger.
And now it keeps reacting, even though there’s no real threat.
What Makes Phobias So Frustrating
Here’s what most people don’t realise:
Phobia sufferers are not just scared of the “thing.” They’re also scared of:
So you're not just treating one fear — you're treating two.
Why Hypnotherapy Works So Well for Phobias
Hypnosis is rapid learning. It helps people go beyond logic and reach the subconscious mind — the part that stored the fear in the first place.
But to work, the person must be able to enter hypnosis effectively.
That’s why every phobia treatment I do begins with a Foundation Session — a one-off training session that teaches you exactly how to enter deep hypnosis, calmly and confidently.
Once we’ve laid that foundation, the real work begins.
What Happens in a Phobia Session?Once in hypnosis, I guide the client through a series of steps:
How Many Sessions Does It Take?
Phobias usually require a little more work than standard habits because we’re dealing with two fears, not one.
That said, most phobias respond within just a few focused sessions.
Clients often report dramatic shifts — sometimes after just two or three appointments.
Final Word: You’re Not Broken — You Just Learned Something Unhelpful
A phobia doesn’t mean you’re weak, irrational, or strange. It just means your subconscious learned something that isn’t true.
With hypnosis, you can unlearn it — and finally respond with calm, confidence, and control.
Ready to Get Past the Fear — For Good?
Click below to book your free 15-minute consultation and let’s talk about what’s going on.
You don’t have to live in fear anymore.
The problem is, the subconscious mind learned something false — that this thing equals danger.
And now it keeps reacting, even though there’s no real threat.
What Makes Phobias So Frustrating
Here’s what most people don’t realise:
Phobia sufferers are not just scared of the “thing.” They’re also scared of:
- How they’ll react
- Whether they’ll lose control
- Being embarrassed in front of others
- Feeling helpless again
So you're not just treating one fear — you're treating two.
Why Hypnotherapy Works So Well for Phobias
Hypnosis is rapid learning. It helps people go beyond logic and reach the subconscious mind — the part that stored the fear in the first place.
But to work, the person must be able to enter hypnosis effectively.
That’s why every phobia treatment I do begins with a Foundation Session — a one-off training session that teaches you exactly how to enter deep hypnosis, calmly and confidently.
Once we’ve laid that foundation, the real work begins.
What Happens in a Phobia Session?Once in hypnosis, I guide the client through a series of steps:
- We uncover the original cause of the phobia
Often it's a forgotten memory, a learned association, or a moment where the brain made the wrong connection. - We reframe and neutralise the fear
I help the subconscious see — often for the first time — that the danger is long gone. - We remove the fear of being afraid
Many people dread overreacting more than the original fear itself.
We teach the mind that calmness is possible — and natural. - We test and reinforce
Through subconscious testing and repetition, we show the brain that the change is real. And clients start to feel the difference quickly.
How Many Sessions Does It Take?
Phobias usually require a little more work than standard habits because we’re dealing with two fears, not one.
That said, most phobias respond within just a few focused sessions.
Clients often report dramatic shifts — sometimes after just two or three appointments.
Final Word: You’re Not Broken — You Just Learned Something Unhelpful
A phobia doesn’t mean you’re weak, irrational, or strange. It just means your subconscious learned something that isn’t true.
With hypnosis, you can unlearn it — and finally respond with calm, confidence, and control.
Ready to Get Past the Fear — For Good?
Click below to book your free 15-minute consultation and let’s talk about what’s going on.
You don’t have to live in fear anymore.