Agoraphobia Counselling

Agoraphobia is typically known as the fear of open spaces; however this isn’t strictly correct, Agoraphobia is a much more complex condition with the fear of not being able to escape often playing a key part in this complex phobia.

Some typical fears that people with Agoraphobia experience include:

• Travelling on public transport
• Visiting busy shops
• Being in particular environments and spaces
• Leaving home

Agoraphobia and Anxiety

Agoraphobia has been linked to a number of different possible causes including anxiety.

Additionally symptoms of anxiety will be be present when an Agoraphobic person is placed in a situation they do not feel comfortable in. These symptoms can then progress and result in panic attacks.

Agoraphobia is often brought to counselling and therapy. 

Treating Agoraphobia

Initially we will explore your experience of agoraphobia and then work towards finding strategies and solutions that can manage and alleviate symptoms.

Further Reading

Please click here to read a blog post article written about agoraphobia.

Therapists Specialising in Agoraphobia Counselling:

Nicholas Rose

Adriana Amorim