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Explains phobias, including possible causes and how you can access treatment and support. Includes tips for helping yourself, and guidance for friends and family.
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03444 775 775 (helpline)
07537 416 905 (text)
anxietyuk.org.uk
Advice and support for people living with anxiety.
babcp.com
Information about cognitive behavioural therapy and related treatments, including details of accredited therapists.
bacp.co.uk
Professional body for talking therapy and counselling. Provides information and a list of accredited therapists.
cnhc.org.uk
Lists complementary healthcare practitioners.
nice.org.uk
Produces guidelines on best practice in healthcare.
nomorepanic.co.uk
Provides information, support and advice for those with panic disorder, anxiety, phobias or OCD, including a forum and chat room.
0844 967 4848
nopanic.org.uk
Provides a helpline, step-by-step programmes, and support for people with anxiety disorders.
reading-well.org.uk
A series of self-help books to help you understand and manage your health and wellbeing.
rcpsych.ac.uk
Professional body for psychiatrists. Includes information about mental health problems and treatments.
time-to-change.org.uk (England)
timetochangewales.org.uk (Wales)
National campaign to end stigma and discrimination against people with mental health problems in England and Wales.
topuk.org
Provides self-help therapy groups and support for those with OCD, phobias and related anxiety disorders.
This information was published in March 2017. We will revise it in 2020.
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