Frequently Asked Questions

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How do I learn more about phobias?

I'd suggest The Phobia Self-Help System.

How can you possibly claim to help phobias or fears easily? I've had the phobia for forty years, what makes you think it will go away so quickly?

First of all, I don't cure the phobia - you do. I teach you methods to overcome the fear. With the most successful cases they never have to worry about their fear again. In other cases people have techniques at their disposal to create a greater level of comfort in their formerly anxiety producing situation.

The reason I can say these things with certainty is that I've seen them happen many times. This is why I offer such a strong guarantee.

Remember, phobias are typically learned responses (we are not born with them). Usually they are learned during one emotional incident. What can be learned in one sitting can be unlearned in one sitting. I have found no correlation between the length of time a person has had a phobia and how easy it is to overcome.

Why doesn't my doctor, psychologist or other expert know about this?

Perhaps you'd better ask them. Medicine and psychology are quite slow when confronted with superior new treatments - even after they've been proven in carefully constructed scientifically designed double-blind studies. Often it takes those in the mainstream 30 years or so to adopt new methods.

Is there any proof that this works?

Sure. Here are some quotes about the NLP methods from studies found in The NLP Research Database.

"Treatment outcome compared favorably with more conventional treatments."

"The NLP treatment was demonstrated to be effective in reducing phobic behavior and subjective distress, and was superior to the control condition in improving approach behavior and in reducing fear, discomfort and the intensity of a wide range of symptoms."

"Results indicate marked improvement by those who were treated. Findings suggest that NLP holds promise for becoming an important set of therapeutic techniques for treating phobias."

Why do you charge so little when others charge so much?

I know that other companies are charging hundreds more and make you sit through painful and lengthy classes over a period of weeks. I know I should charge more because it's faster and you don't have to leave home. I just can't currently bring myself to charge as much as they do.

Why do you charge so much?

I think it's a small price to pay to rid yourself of a serious phobia. I like to work with people in situations where I can be a big help. If it's not worth far more than a few dollars to get rid of, it must not be a serious issue in your life.

How do I know I'm cured?

Test it. I'm generally convinced before the you are because I've experienced the process many times and can often tell by your reaction when it has worked. For you to be sure, you should safely test the formerly phobic situation.

Will this work for my phobia?

I'll bet my time on it. If you are unsure feel free to call or email and discuss it with me.

Why are doctors allowed to go on prescribing unnecessary chemicals if this works like you say it does?

Beats me. In my opinion, those who know about these techniques and continue to prescribe drugs are irresponsible. Others need to be educated. After you're improved feel free to educate them!

What possible side-effects are there?

Happiness, a feeling of accomplishment, pride. Seriously, sometimes phobias have what is referred to in the world of psychology as "secondary gain". For instance, someone with a fear of heights might be using the fear to get out of cleaning out the gutters. A possible side effect might be that the person would have to clean out the gutters. The lesson is, be sure you want to get rid of the phobia before you arrange to have it eliminated or ameliorated. Consider how being free of your fear will affect all areas of your life.
Other than secondary gain issues, all side-effects have to do with good feelings!

How do I know it will last?

The mind tends to act consistently. You have your phobia consistently until your mind learns some new response. Now it will perform the new response consistently. Unless some new factor comes into play the cure should be permanent.

I hope you've learned something from this phobias FAQ!

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