Therapy for Phobias in Varsity Lakes

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Four-panel cartoon image of David the Psychologist (bald, colourful paisley shirt or patterned shirts, thin bead bracelet with red and green beads) working with clients on different phobia exposures: Older adult client with fear of snakes Client receiving needle exposure with medical professional present Client standing next to spider enclosures with David Young traveller at airport with David for fear of flying. Text: David the Psychologist @hennessyclinicalpsychology.

Therapy for Phobias in Varsity Lakes By David Hennessy, Clinical Psychologist

Understanding Phobias

A phobia is an intense, persistent fear of a specific object, situation, or activity that is out of proportion to the actual threat it poses.
Phobias can cause significant distress and lead people to avoid certain places, situations, or experiences—sometimes disrupting daily life and relationships.

Common types of phobias include:

  • Specific phobias (e.g. fear of flying, spiders, heights, needles)
  • Social phobia (also called social anxiety disorder)
  • Agoraphobia (fear of being in situations where escape may be difficult or help unavailable)
Therapy for Phobias | Cartoon image of David the Psychologist (bald, colourful paisley shirt, thin bead bracelet with red and green beads) in a therapy session. Client looks anxious while gently holding a snake. David holds a spider, supporting the client in gradual exposure therapy for phobias. Text reads: David the Psychologist @hennessyclinicalpsychology.

You’re Not Alone

Phobias are more common than many people realise, and they are treatable. Therapy can help you reduce fear, regain confidence, and live more freely.

Psychology for Phobias in Varsity Lakes | How Therapy Can Help

Therapy for Phobias in Varsity Lakes | Evidence-based therapy for phobias can help you to:

  • Understand how your phobia developed and what maintains it
  • Learn skills to manage anxiety and panic symptoms
  • Gradually face feared situations or objects in a safe and supported way (this is called exposure therapy)
  • Change unhelpful thinking patterns that fuel fear
  • Build confidence and resilience

Phobia Therapy in Varsity Lakes Conducted with A Personalised, Compassionate Approach

At Hennessy Clinical Psychology in Varsity Lakes, we understand that phobias feel very real and can be deeply distressing.
You will be met with respect, care, and a non-judgemental space to work through your fears at your own pace.

We tailor therapy to your needs, drawing on approaches such as:

  • Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT)
  • Exposure-based therapies
  • Compassion-Focused Therapy
  • Mindfulness-based strategies

Taking the First Step

Facing a phobia can feel daunting, but you don’t have to do it alone.
Therapy offers gentle, step-by-step support to help you reclaim the parts of life that fear has taken away.

If you would like support with a phobia, contact Hennessy Clinical Psychology at Varsity Lakes to discuss how therapy may help.

Enquiries/ Appointments: Hennessy Clinical Psychology at Varsity Lakes

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