Although social anxiety is generally characterised by an intense fear of social situations and concern about being judged or embarrassed, it is often intertwined with other phobias. This connection can amplify the overall distress and adversely affect daily life and well-being. Understanding these affiliations with Hypnotherapy in Brighton at The Conway Practice, will shed light on the complex nature of anxiety disorders and guide more effective therapeutic approaches.*
One common phobia related to social anxiety is agoraphobia. While this is often thought of as the fear of open or crowded spaces, it can also manifest as a fear of situations where escape might be difficult or help unavailable. If you experience social anxiety you may avoid public places, not just due to the fear of social interactions, but also because you fear experiencing panic symptoms in such settings. This dual anxiety can severely restrict both your personal and professional interaction, confining you to a safe space such as your home.
Another related phobic reaction is an intense and irrational ‘flight or fight’ response triggered by a particular situation. For example, you might also develop a fear of public speaking, a specific phobia known as glossophobia. This fear can extend beyond public speaking to include any situation where you are the centre of attention, leading to avoidance behaviours that limit opportunities in many aspects of your life. A flying phobia is often not related directly due to a belief that the aeroplane will crash, but more about being in a situation under which you have no personal control and are travelling with strangers.
The overlap between social stress and other phobias can create a cycle of avoidance and increased anxiety. For instance, avoiding social situations due to fear of panic attacks can reinforce the overwhelming feeling of anxiety. Therapeutic intervention with hypnosis enables the origin of your fear to be identified and addressed.* This is a safe and effective holistic process where any negative thoughts and beliefs will be replaced with positive affirmations. New coping mechanisms can also be introduced, together with relaxation and calming methods, to reduce the stress level and establish a calm and comfortable way to engage when communicating with others outside of your comfort zone.*
Hypnotherapy in Brighton with Jonathan Conway, or remotely by Zoom, Skype or telephone, will support you in reclaiming control of your life by reducing avoidance behaviours.* Jonathan is a highly qualified Hypnotherapist, NLP Master Practitioner and NLP Coach, with more than 25 years of experience.* All hypnosis sessions will be carried out in a relaxed and stress-free environment and will be completely confidential.*
For an appointment call Jonathan today on 07956 855 027
