Agoraphobia - No Easy Escape | How to Treat Agoraphobia |

Agoraphobia is a condition similar to being thrown in jail for a crime you didn't commit. It robs people of some of the most basic freedoms and joys that life can bring. Wouldn't you do everything possible to free yourself, to fix the injustice?

Agoraphobia is a large-scale, complex anxiety disorder, typically associated with panic disorder. Triggering events can include public transportation, being in enclosed spaces or large open spaces, being away from home, standing in line, or being in a crowd.

The worst part is that it often makes one feel hopeless and helpless. They often want to live a full life, go places, do things, but they feel trapped by panic and fear. If this is you, then hear this message:

THERE IS HOPE.

I have personally known and worked with people crippled by agoraphobia. With directed therapy, and sometimes medication, they were able to calm their body's physiological response to triggering stimuli, and learn the skills required to overcome agoraphobia. Several of my past clients are actually World travelers now and are enjoying life to the fullest. But, their success was fought for, and it wasn’t easy, nor did it happen overnight. It is a process that takes determination, perseverance, and a commitment to keep working at it regardless of the setbacks and ups and downs of recovery. But, nothing is more important than getting your life back.

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In this video, I mentioned some of the most effective treatments for working through the symptoms and underlying causes of agoraphobia. To learn more about those treatments in depth, please look to these videos:

Calm the Body Series --    • Плейлист  
Interoceptive Exposure Therapy --    • Interoceptive Exposure Therapy | #Pan...  
Exposure Therapy --    • Exposure Therapy: Anxiety, Panic, Pho...  
Pain Attacks Series --    • Stop Panic Attacks | Expert Treatment...  
Accepting Anxiety --    • Accepting Anxiety-How to Calm Anxiety...  
Benzodiazepines --    • Dangers of Benzodiazepines For Anxiet...  

Making this video has been a passion of mine. You can see how many videos I had to make, before I could make this one. It is a complicated disorder that requires a multifaceted treatment. One client that touched me very much had severe agoraphobia. I began making these videos in his honor, because it is something he thought would help him and others with agoraphobia. My wish is that it helps you too.

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I would love to hear your comments and questions below. If you would like your question considered on an upcoming Q & A video, please let me know. Thank you for helping me spread mental health help and education.

Until next time...I will see you in session,
Paige