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I was not in a good place. I have had a phobia of heights as far back as I can remember and avoided going to places where I would be high. However now my anxiety levels became even worse by effecting my driving on motorways becoming anxious and having to stop often. After one session with Filipe and listening to audio book my driving has got back to normal and no longer feel anxious about driving on motorway. After further sessions & therapy can now go up mountains to the top and enjoy the view and being in control. Amazing work thank you so much. Really appreciate the help and support
Claire H.
I realised I had a problem with house spiders when I would freeze, sob and effectively ask strangers to come into my house to remove them. If there was one in the bathroom, I had to barricade it and go without until someone could come (despite having a second bathroom, however I wouldn't go in it incase of spiders). It was really starting to get in the way of my daily life, especially now it is autumn and 'spider season'. I'd find my mind being consumed with worry about coming to home to one. I knew it was really bad when one was on my stairs and I genuinely considered going out the window. I really enjoyed the sessions and found them informative, relaxing and so helpful. Filipe was so supportive, thorough and helped me recognise and celebrate my successes. I never thought I'd be able to live a life without extreme fear of spiders and be able to be free of the worry about coming home to them. After my sessions finished, I have actually faced a house spider twice and was able to catch it in a glass on both occasions. The work Filipe did with me made it so I could actually rationally think and take the steps to remove it myself and I am really proud. I'm really pleased I invested the money into Felipe's service and would recommend anyone with a phobia to give it a try. I don't love spiders, but I am able to think straight and take steps to remove it. I feel so much more free and independent and feel like I could deal with a larger one if I had to.
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Filipe, thank you so much for restoring my faith in myself and for guiding me in a such helpful, positive and constructive way. Your support and calm and reassuring approach has made such a tremendous difference to my life and how I will continue to approach things going forwards. To be able cast away the fear that was constantly looming so heavily over me has enabled me to relax and focus on enjoying what life has to offer, no longer feeling constrained and restricted. I am truly excited about exploring what I can achieve in the future that I never before believed would be possible. Thank you so very much.
I started this course feeling that my phobia was just something I was born with and would never be able to overcome. After only the first session my anxiety towards it had become manageable and a subject I can actually begin to talk about. The course has given me the tools I need to work to control my phobia and regain control over my fear. Huge thank you to Filipe I cannot recommend him highly enough.
Really glad to have worked with Filipe. I started to notice small, incremental changes quite soon after our first session and since finishing them I’ve definitely noticed a difference in how my phobia impacts my life (far far less than before). Highly recommend.
I have been suffering for a few years with a very specific fear that has been quite debilitating. In just one session I immediately saw improvement in my anxiety levels and self control- and by the end of the three sessions I was completely fear free and able to relax entirely. I am highly satisfied with the treatment and would recommend it to anyone with phobias and anxiety issues.
Thank you Filippe. I feel much more confident now about being in situations that would have previously triggered my phobia. I am much more positive now and better able to embrace change. I don’t feel the need to avoid certain situations anymore. Even if I still feel anxiety at times, I know it’s nothing to be afraid of anymore and it won’t balloon into full blown panic.
I came to Filipe for treatment for emetophobia which had started to affect me badly in the last year. I’ve been to many talking therapists throughout my life and felt a bit burnt out from it all, so I went into this with a sceptical mindset. I was pleasantly surprised, however. I found the sessions informative, engaging and relaxing. Since completing the sessions, I have noticed that when the thought I might be getting sick pops into my head, I don’t panic and the world doesn’t feel like it’s falling apart like it used to. I can move past the initial anxiety and carry on with life.
I really loved my sessions with Filipe. He was very patient and didn’t think my phobia was silly at all (even at times when I did) he was very understanding and really made me feel like he had a lot of time for me. It’s nice when you feel like someone genuinely really wants to help you. The tactics he gave me along with the science based facts about the brain and the subconscious, really made me think a different way. I feel so much more relaxed. Spiders won’t be my best friend any time soon but at least I can love living again without fear. Thank you! P.s. I even managed to ignore one in my house a week after my first session – that’s results!
The treatment was simple, effective and easy to apply. You just have to do the work. Highly recommended.
Filipe was great to work with…I really was very skeptical…it seemed to good to be true.
But a phobia I have had for most of my life has gone in 3 sessions! It’s very straightforward and not a painful process at all. He is passionate about what he does and it shows, he clearly knows his area of expertise well and is a great therapist.
I can’t recommend him enough.
I finally feel like I can breathe again. This treatment is so clever, it’s great to understand the way your brain works and overall that you have control of it. As someone who’s never experienced therapy before I had no idea what to expect, but Filipe made me feel instantly comfortable within seconds of our first consultation. For just 3 sessions it was really effective and informative, I felt as if Filipe was invested in my personal journey, he was always very responsive and reassuring.
I have just had my first experience with a big spider since treatment and whilst I still find them unpleasant, I’m now aware that this is very common and the goal was never to love them- but to be able to cope and rationalise in what used to be an extremely triggering situation. I realised that I was putting a lot of pressure on myself previously to catch it in a glass, so instead I just hoovered it up, this time I felt as if I had an opportunity to think and logically create a comfortable solution.
The main differences I’ve noticed since completing the course are:
•I don’t feel the need to constantly check the around me for spiders
•The word itself and the idea of them doesn’t send me into panic mode unnecessarily
•I feel comfortable to go about my day after seeing one because it doesn’t play on my mind
And most of all my general anxiety has subsided which is a huge bonus. I feel much calmer and all of these changes are happening so naturally, my friends/family have picked up on it before I have. I couldn’t recommend Filipe enough- thank you for all your help!
I’ve recently completed a course of therapy with Filipe in order to cure my arachnophobia.
From the initial conversation, all the way through to the final session, Filipe made me feel completely at ease, he explained everything in great detail, and guided me through every step of the process. I’m an extremely anxious and awkward person, but I honestly felt comfortable from minute one.
I won’t deny that I was sceptical before starting, and I genuinely didn’t think that this would work for me, but thought “well, it won’t hurt “. After my second session I encountered a spider, I initially jumped (like I always used to do), but rather than fleeing, or panicking, or getting stressed, I literally just said to myself “it’s completely fine” and then proceeded to deal with the spider with ease and get on with my day.
I’m yet to encounter a really large spider (which is mainly my issue), so I’m not yet sure how I’ll deal with that, but I am feeling incredibly confident. Obviously I can’t say that it will 100% work for anyone else, but it seemingly has worked wonders for me, and I would recommend it to anybody who is struggling.
Filipe has not only helped with my arachnophobia, but he’s also provided me with the tools to boost my confidence and help with my anxiety in general.
Filipe is fantastic, with results that are quick to develop if you’re willing to put the work in. Couldn’t recommend enough
The treatment from Filipe has helped me to overcome my fear of driving, particularly on motorways, and has boosted by confidence in other areas too (an unexpected consequence!).
If you’ve got a fear of something that’s spoiling your enjoyment of life book an appointment now – you won’t regret it!
Fear of water. For 3 years I tried group swimming lessons, then 1:1 lessons, but just couldn’t shake the gut wrenching fear of swimming independently in the water.
I decided to try another approach, and found The Phobia Specialist.
Filipe’s friendly, no-nonsense approach has been great. From explaining what was going on in my subconscious to guiding me through the process of recategorising the danger.
I have felt more calm in my everyday life, and the swimming instructor even noticed how much more relaxed I was in the water. I am finally looking forward to getting in the pool and swimming properly by myself.
When I first came to Filipe, I couldn’t even think about spiders without anxiety. I was constantly checking corners of rooms and living in fear of encountering them. Now, I’ve just successfully removed a medium-sized spider, and I was able to look at it calmly! The change has been incredible for me. I’ve gone from irrational fear to being empowered, and I’m not dreading spider season at all.
Filipe is really kind and understood what I was going through. His techniques and the support pack he provided have been invaluable. I feel so much more relaxed in my home, and I can’t recommend this treatment enough. Thanks Filipe!
I came across Filipe when looking online for ways to overcome performance anxiety (specifically singing solos in my choir). I knew that the fear response I experienced at the mere thought of doing a solo was far greater than ‘normal nerves’ and that despite being good at positive visualisation and trying to normalise the event in my mind, I just couldn’t stop the physical fear response from taking over. I have tried putting myself forward for solos in the past to force myself to ‘face the fear’, only to pull out nearer the time as I couldn’t deal with the extreme anxiety (I am otherwise a confident person and don’t suffer with anxiety). I committed myself to a solo in our summer concert this year that I really wanted to do and so was determined to find a solution!
I had 3 sessions with Filipe and they were all super helpful in different ways. In the first session he explained about the conscious and subconscious brains and what’s happening when there’s a phobia. He was very understanding about my problem and reassured me it was very common and this helped me to not feel silly about it. He explained the methods he uses and the structure of the next sessions. In the second session we did a series of exercises which were aimed at reducing the hypersensitivity around solo performance – they were really simple but very effective (it was cool how different I felt about the idea of solo performing after the exercises, compared to before). And we did a similar exercise in the third session plus a short hypnosis. I also had an audio file to listen to each night.
I’m sure the format of the excercises is likely similar for any phobia, but I felt that Filipe tailored them and the language he used to be relevant to my specific problem and that he really understood what it meant for me. I came away feeling hopeful and better equipped to go through with my performance.
My choir concert was a couple of days ago and although I had a bit of panic a few days before and felt a little shakey in our run through, when it came to my solo I only felt ‘normal nerves’ which went as soon as I started singing and then I felt very relaxed and amazingly did not have any panic/anxiety or fear response at all! And I enjoyed it!
I’m so glad I decided to have these sessions with Felipe and I’m grateful for his help getting me there. I now feel confident that I can do more solos without experiencing utter panic! 😀
I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend working with Felipe.
Driving Phobia – the journey with Filipe has been amazing. I have managed to get back to motorway driving after not being able to, due to the fear, for 10 years. But all the wonderful pouring into me that Felipe has done, I feel confident, able and capable. Thank you Filipe. There is no way that this would have been possible otherwise without your invaluable therapy. Thank you.
I haven’t got enough space to write how amazing Filipe has been! I was so nervous coming into the first session, unsure of what to expect, but within 10 seconds, Filipe made me feel so much at ease, comfortable and calm. I’ve learnt so much about myself through my sessions and I feel more confident than ever to tackle difficult situations.
I cannot thank Filipe enough for the patience and support that he’s given me through this journey and I am forever grateful.
Thank you so much Filipe!
Was a very good experience, Filipe is very helpful and polite. He has helped me to make frequent small steps to overcoming my phobia, and has changed my perspective. Would definitely recommend.
When I first started the sessions, I was completely stuck in this cycle of food-related anxiety because of my emetophobia. It felt like I’d never be able to get out of it.
What helped the most was how the sessions focused on moving forward practically and building confidence, instead of just talking about the problem all the time. We did hypnotherapy and some visualisation stuff. I wasn’t sure it would do much, but it made a huge difference. I’ve been going out to eat with friends, going to events, and I even have a holiday planned. A few months ago, I never would’ve believed I’d be doing any of that. I’ve gone from constantly worrying about getting sick to actually enjoying things again.
If you’re struggling with anxiety or a phobia, I really recommend Filipe. He explains things in a way that makes sense, and the sessions are super supportive. He helped me take everything step by step, and really seems to care how well you do.
Excellent sessions which provided me with the scientific explanation of why I had the thoughts and feelings I was experiencing. Plus very practical tips on how to manage anxiety. The knowledge and insights I have gained have a broad application in so many aspects of my life (not just my anxiety at driving in unfamilar places). I do feel more contented overall and have a more positive outlook and I look forward to building upon what I have learnt. Thank you Filipe.
Having finally decided to address troubling aspects of my driving phobia, I came across Filipe’s service on the website. I was drawn to the extremely positive feedback by other clients coupled with the clear success rate.
Following several well structured sessions with Filipe which were tailored to my specific requirements along with the helpful support pack in between sessions ( including a very good audio recording for daily use) I feel that my phobia has significantly reduced to the point of feeling more confident and less fearful when venturing out in my car ( no longer avoiding certain route’s)
I feel that without Filipe’s support, understanding, patience and expertise in this area that I would still be stuck. Thanks kindly again for all.
Anxiety around smaller dogs has decreased. Filipe was very accommodating in arranging the sessions in the short time before I started my job at a dog friendly place. He also patiently answered any questions that I had. I would recommend him to anyone seeking to treat my phobia
Before starting these sessions, I had a severe fear of flying—so intense that even imagining a flight would trigger a physical reaction in my body. This fear stemmed from a panic attack I experienced on a plane after years of flying without issue. Over time, this fear extended to other forms of transport and situations where I felt trapped, such as the dentist.
From the very first session, I found the experience enjoyable and deeply relaxing. I always felt in control and intuitively understood what was happening—there was never any reason to fear the process. The sessions not only addressed my phobia but also provided fascinating insights into the brain and how it functions. I found this aspect incredibly engaging (though I’m sure my friends and family got tired of me raving about how great it was!).
Before even completing the full course of treatment, I noticed significant improvements in my overall well-being. The included support pack helped me sleep better, and I felt a growing sense of confidence and ease in my daily life. This newfound calm had an unexpected but welcome ripple effect: when I attended a hygienist appointment—a situation that would have previously caused overwhelming anxiety—I was shocked to find that my fear had reduced by 95%. The night before, in the waiting room, and even during the procedure, I felt no panic or resistance. This was astonishing, especially considering I had previously required IV sedation for dental work. It was proof that the techniques I learned extended beyond just flying—they naturally applied to other areas of my life as well.
If you’re reading reviews and debating whether to book, do yourself a massive favour and go for it. I had spent so much money on self-help books and other methods that led nowhere, leaving me feeling hopeless and resigned to only ever travelling to places I could drive to. That would have severely limited my life. Now, I feel incredibly comfortable about the opportunities ahead of me, excited about future travel, and, most importantly, free from the fear that once held me back. While I can’t say for sure how it’s worked as I don’t have a flight to take right away, I can reflect on the idea of flying without feeling tension or resistance, and my memories have stopped replaying on a loop. They feel small and like they belong to an old me in the past. I’m back in the driving seat.
On a personal level, I also want to highlight how welcoming and reassuring the sessions were. I always felt like I was in good hands with someone I could trust, and that made all the difference.
Filipe is patient, sympathetic and kind. The sessions we had were extremely focused and at a good pace- he explained exactly what was happening with my subconscious and how the sessions would help ease anxiety. After just one session I felt a lot more at ease about driving and after 3 – feel I can pretty much go forward on my own. I am no longer avoiding routes I had been and am undertaking a 50 minute drive this weekend- only a week after my 3rd session with Filipe. Feel much more in control of my life and actually feel excited about driving in the future – would recommend Filipe to anyone who needs help tackling a phobia
I’m so incredibly grateful for this opportunity and experience to tackle my driving phobia, having tried many different approaches over many years. I no longer wanted to discuss my emotions around driving or identify the roots of my fears – I wanted a no-nonsense, practical, and solution-focused way forward….which is exactly what was provided! The process didn’t feel effortful or in any way distressing. I felt I was investing in myself (and my future), with Filipe invested in the same journey alongside me.
I took treatment for Somniphobia and Filipe was very kind and encouraging from the beginning. The insights from his sessions helped me immensely in controlling my thoughts around sleep and made me focus more on other productive and fun-filled things which helped reduce the intensity of my fear! Above all, I appreciate his kindness and positivity throughout, because that itself helped me calm down. I also took treatment at some other place prior to this where I was judged for having this fear but Filipe did not make me feel that way at all. A huge thanks to Filipe for helping me in my recovery journey as I’m getting better and better everyday.
I have had a lifelong needle phobia.
About a month ago, I was told that I would need to go into hospital several times over the next few weeks and that this would involve numerous needle procedures.
This news gave me a panic attack and I was in extreme distress. I contacted Filipe in desperation to see if he could fit me in before the date that I was due to enter hospital.
Thankfully Filipe was able to accommodate my needs and I completed the whole phobia course several days before I was admitted to the hospital.
This process has absolutely changed my life.
I am in hospital as I write this and I have just had my first ever cannula insertion without the need for medication. (I used an over-the-counter numbing solution, but this is still a huge leap for me.)
That I have been able to do this today, just a couple of weeks after completing the course is astonishing to me.
I have spent my entire life avoiding medical procedures due to this phobia but after being diagnosed with a chronic illness – I could no longer continue on that path.
Filipe’s process has been extremely effective. My anxiety about needles has decreased significantly.
I am also finding that this is the case in other areas of my life too.
If you are arranging your life around a phobia ( as I was) I strongly recommend that you try this.
The Phobia Specialist Disclaimer: Our services are therapeutic and non-pharmaceutical in nature. The testimonial above reflects the client’s personal experience and does not imply the promotion or prescription of any medications.
Excellent treatment plan for driving / passenger phobia. Listening to the audio every night. Very informative strategies to use with the support of hypnotherapy. Recommend Filipe – he is very understanding and supportive and always on hand if you have any struggles.
I’ve worked with Filipe before about a phobia. This time it was about anxiety and I already feel very different about how I think about the issues that were problematic. I’ve also got Filipe’s audio file which really helps too. Thank you
I was not in a good place. I have had a phobia of heights as far back as I can remember and avoided going to places where I would be high. However now my anxiety levels became even worse by effecting my driving on motorways becoming anxious and having to stop often.
After one session with Filipe and listening to audio book my driving has got back to normal and no longer feel anxious about driving on motorway. After further sessions & therapy can now go up mountains to the top and enjoy the view and being in control.
Amazing work thank you so much. Really appreciate the help and support
Filipe is very welcoming, calm and patient. He is very knowledgeable and passionate about what he does and really happy to see the positive outcomes of his treatment. The sessions are well- structured and his approach is interesting and transformative. He has helped me to see the opportunities and the rewards I would get from overcoming my fear of driving. He has been really approachable and encouraging throughout and helped me every step of the way. I’m grateful for all the support I have received on my journey. I recommend Filipe to anyone who struggles with phobia or anxiety- it is life-changing! Thank you!
Having never tried anything like this before I wasn’t sure what to expect, but Felipe was great, I felt very comfortable and the sessions flowed naturally. The treatment has also been effective and really helped. I would happily recommend to anyone
Had my first exposure to a spider after treatment and felt strangely indifferent to it so I am delighted! Not having to worry and search every room upon entry is life changing for me. I can enjoy being in my home during the usually dreaded “spider season”.
Working with Filipe has been nothing short of life-changing. Having worked with many therapists in the past, I can genuinely say the way he holds space and conducts his sessions is truly wonderful – safe, light, and incredibly supportive. Initially, I sought Filipe’s help to overcome a specific phobia, but what unfolded went far beyond that. His expertise and care not only helped me face my fear but also allowed for deep healing in other areas of my life that I hadn’t realised needed attention. The transformation has been profound, and I feel a newfound sense of freedom and peace in so many aspects of my life. I’m incredibly grateful for this journey and would highly recommend Filipe to anyone seeking deep, meaningful healing.
Can’t thank Filipe enough for giving me my life back! I have just been put to the ultimate test and although I first had a second of panic I remembered everything that we’d been through.
Honestly if you’re thinking of doing it and wondering if it really works. It does, it really does.
What have you got to lose?
Filipe was kind, patient and empathic. I felt relaxed in his company and he was very encouraging and positive. He reframed driving (my challenge) in a new way and encouraged me to view it as an enabling opportunity to live a fuller life. He backed the sessions up with relaxing audio material to encourage a different mindset and provided useful written materials to explain the rationale behind his approach. I am not instantly ‘cured’ of my debilitating fear around driving but I am having more enjoyable driving experiences and am moving in the right direction ! I am confident that I will continue to improve given this kickstart. An unexpected and pleasant ‘side effect’ of this treatment has been that I have found that I am less shy when talking to people since I have had my three sessions with Filipe.
I really recommend Felipe’s therapy for anyone struggling with a phobia/ intense anxiety. I undertook the treatment for my fear of driving/ nervousness over my upcoming driving test however as a generally anxious person, I could have benefited from this type of therapy/ treatment years ago. I was particularly struck by how in depth the process was, the level of explanation pre treatment and overall how relaxing it was. Hopefully I’ll pass the test soon nevertheless I do feel confident in my ability to drive now and have felt empowered putting the techniques into practice.
Filipe was so welcoming and attentive! He helped me understand that my feelings and fears is the thing holding me back and not the thing itself. He helped me view it in a different way and see the positives from overcoming my fear of driving and the wonderful opportunities it will give me. The exercises he gives are able to be done personally at home also so you are really able to understand how your mind words around phobias. The hypnosis tape is also great to come back to when feeling overwhelmed or anxious. Thank you Filipe!
After battling a crippling phobia of driving on A Roads and motorways for 14 years, I decided to try a few sessions with Filipe. By the second session, I was astonished to discover that he had helped me to overcome a massive part of my phobia and I started to confidently drive up and down the A12. I have a highly sceptical and analytical mind and had doubts about whether my mind would ever overcome this behaviour pattern which I had developed. But I learnt through Filipe that it is possible to retrain the mind and to control it and to unlearn frightening patterns which you have developed over time. I highly recommend his services to anyone who feel they are being held back from living life because of irrational and crippling fears.
I’m so pleased with the treatment and after years of fearing flying I have just booked a holiday to Mexico. I didn’t think I would ever fly again. Thank you for changing my life!
My sessions with The Phobia Specialist were both enjoyable and profoundly helpful, providing me with the tools and confidence to face my fears surrounding emetophobia head-on. Each session felt tailored to my specific needs and progress and since starting this therapy, I’ve experienced remarkable improvements in my daily life.
He has provided me with resources that I can use for so many different aspects of my life, and I am genuinely grateful for the positive impact his treatment has had on my mental well-being. Tasks that made me anxious previously are now manageable, and I feel a renewed sense of freedom and control.
I highly recommend The Phobia Specialist to anyone struggling with a phobia or OCD. His approach is transformative, and his sessions are both a pleasure and a powerful step towards overcoming your fears. I’ve already recommended him to several of my friends.
I have to admit I was a bit sceptical going into my treatment with Felipe; I just didn’t think that my phobia of driving could be solved in three sessions. But Felipe so impressed me during the complimentary assesment that I decided to give it a go and I’m so glad I did. Felipe is so calm, kind, understanding and empathetic that I immediately felt at ease with him. He taught me so much about phobias and anxiety and how the mind works. I am now much more confident with driving but that’s not the only thing that has changed. I have found that I am much less stressed and anxious in general about everything. Felipe has taught me a new way of looking at things in a more positive way and I continue to see improvements every day even since I finished my sessions. I would highly recommend Felipe.
I am delighted I decided to sign up and tackle my claustrophobia (more precisely, cleithrophobia, fear of getting trapped). In three consecutive weekly sessions, Filipe managed to explain why phobias develop, assure me that it is fully treatable, allow me to clearly visualise what it would look like not to suffer any more, and minimise the issue in my mind, to the extent that I jumped into the tiniest, darkest lift after my last session feeling encouraged by his guidance.
It will take a bit more time for me to jump into all the small spaces I have been avoiding for so long, but I feel it’s such a smaller thing than it used to be; I’m not giving it the head space it used to take up. Filipe’s warm, encouraging and optimistic approach with lots of visualisation exercises truly shifted my thinking. I know I’ll soon be back to where I used to be when this was not an issue at all and it is so liberating. Thank you so much, Filipe.
Filipe was very patient and understanding of my long term dog phobia. The science behind it all was very well explained and handouts were very useful. I definitely feel more positive going forwards – I would definitely recommend Filipe
I was sceptical about seeking help for my phobia. I have had the same fear all of my life but recently it began to affect my job and quality of living. I was convinced that I could cope alone and that I knew better than anyone else. Unfortunately after a pretty awful panic attack I had to acknowledge that I needed help.
Filipe was very understanding and explained what we would do in each session and what we would be looking to achieve during our time together. As someone who is autistic I appreciated the structure of each session and the way Filipe was able to explain the science behind what we were doing.
I had expected us to focus solely on a single fear or trigger point but actually the sessions were about teaching my subconscious to respond differently to situations that may cause stress and anxiety. As someone who always approaches things negatively, it was about retraining my brain to see the potential successes and live in the present not the past or future.
The additional resources and exercises provided were very helpful and after the first session I was already making a huge progress in conquering my fear.
The sessions were very useful and Filipe was able to coach me through techniques and help me develop methods that I could use to reframe my thinking and see the things I worried about as opportunities and adventures.
If you are uncertain about asking for help please make the choice to take control of your fear instead of letting your fear control you.
Since our sessions I am able to manage my stress so much better and approach things intellectually rather than emotionally. I am also able to do things that I was unable to do before
I had emetophobia for as long as I can remember and had developed various coping strategies and tried various treatments. My emetophobia worsened, resulting in agoraphobia, and the last four years had been hell. I was unable to leave the house except for briefly standing outside the door for fear of feeling ill away from home. Filipe has taught me more about my condition than anyone else and guided me through the necessary steps to overcome it. Since my treatment, I’ve discovered that anxiety no longer rules my life, and I now have the control to leave home without obsessive thoughts. I cannot explain how it feels to be getting my life back after so long! The world seems so much larger now, thanks to Filipe’s support.
Filipe was excellent at explaining the process and how it would help me overcome my phobia which I have had for over 10 years. His patience and encouragement helped me immensely . Thank you.
I have a few different therapies at this but found this to the most enjoyable experience. The content and hypnosis were the best I have listened to in a long time! Could not be happier about every thing we have achieved! Highly recommended. I was surfing with anxiety and agoraphobia
To say that Filipes treatment is life changing seems a cliche. However, my cynophobia from childhood had become so debilitating. The treatment has given me tools to rewire/reset my brain. I have noticed also that Filipes treatment has helped enormously in other aspects of anxiety in my life.
I can’t express enough gratitude for the support I’ve received from Filipe. As someone who has battled an irrational fear of dogs for as long as I can remember, overcoming my fear seemed like an impossible feat. However, with Filipe’s compassionate and understanding guidance, I’ve not only conquered my fear but feel more confident in lots of ways.
Filipe fully explains and guides you through the process and has a wonderful ability to empower his clients. Between our meetings, I found myself in a situation that would have previously sent me into a panic. I was able to remain calm and composed in the vicinity of a dog when out with friends. I just couldn’t believe the difference!
I am so grateful to Filipe for helping me, and I wholeheartedly recommend his services to anyone seeking to overcome their fears.
The phobia specialists have done a amazing job with my phobia I now can do the things which my phobia wouldn’t let me ,from the first to last session everything was explained and made simple, I would recommend phobia specialists to anyone with any sort of phobia 100%
I highly recommend Filipe, he is knowledgable in phobia’s and has such a positive attitude to help people. I have suffered with emetophobia for 20+ years. With Filipe’s help after 3 sessions we have managed to get the sensitivity down from my phobia and have effectively stopped the anticipation anxiety of scenario’s that could potentially happen. I can confidently say I feel so much happier going forward and I’m ready for scenarios to unfold and manage them in a different way!
This really was life changing. I’ve had a severe phobia of needles for as long as I can remember. I’ve avoided anything medical just in case a needle is mentioned. Just talking about them would send my heart racing and I’d start sweating. I’ve been very unwell and unable to have blood tests to find out the cause so I really needed help.
After just the first session I understood why I was feeling the way I was and I could discuss needles without a problem.
Following the course I’ve been able to have bloods taken and it was an absolute breeze. I really can’t believe where I’ve got to from where I started. I’ve also had acupuncture which involved needles in strange places like my hands, head and knees. I was so relaxed during it it was incredible.
I’m recommending Felipe and hypnotherapy as an option to everyone I speak to!
I had developed a deep seated phobia about driving and try as I might, could not get past it on my own.
In just 3 sessions, Filipe has completely reversed this and now driving is something to look forward to. The sessions are easy, relaxed and the end result is liberating. You will also gain tools and strategies to apply that will help in other areas. I’m very, very pleased with the outcome and highly recommend Filipe if you’re struggling with any fear or phobia.
The progress I’ve made with Filipe has been life-changing. I am now equipped with the skills and mindset to face public speaking with confidence and composure. I’ve recently given several high-profile presentations without fumbling my words and received positive feedback from senior leadership about my performance. I cannot thank Filipe enough for his expertise and support.
Before seeking Filipe’s help, the thought of getting behind the wheel filled me with overwhelming anxiety and dread, limiting my ability to enjoy life to the fullest. As we progressed, I noticed a significant shift in my mindset. The once paralyzing fear that accompanied the thought of driving faded away.
Fast forward to today, and I am delighted to share that I now approach driving with confidence with a sense of excitement. The road, once perceived as a daunting challenge, has become a pathway to freedom and independence. Thank you!!
I turned to hypnotherapy as counselling had only got me so far with general anxiety and a fear of heights. It has given me a more optomistic outlook and I am, less fearful and also strategies to overcome fearful situations
I found the sessions with Filipe combined with listening to the recording at night has impacted me really positively in a lot of ways. I am feeling calmer and more confident in general. Moreover, I have passed the ultimate test which is that I succeeded in driving across the bridge I was worried about without feeling any sort of stress, just like it was a normal thing but also amazing. I highly recommend this treatment.
I highly recommend the phobia specialist. I HAD a severe phobia of the dentist, prior to completing my phobia specialist sessions, I would breakdown in tears just thinking about the dentist or entering the dental room. On Friday, I had 2 hours worth of extensive dental treatment without any tears or worry. Usually, I am fully sedated and unaware, for the first time in my life I was able to have conscious sedation, where I was awake the entire time but just relaxed. This would not have happened without the help of Filipe. I can’t thank Filipe enough for helping to change my life.
Very personal approach , didn’t feel hurried , felt Filippe feels very passionate about his approach and cares , highly recommend for anyone who is hesitant about coming to terms with any phobia issues they may have
I found Filipe when I was really down about being unable to drive after an accident. The process has been fantastic and I’ve gradually felt more confident and less panicky. Yesterday I drove for over an hour which I haven’t done for a very long time. I highly recommend, I feel like I finally have hope and my old life back.Thank you Filipe.
I came to Filipe cause I started a new role that requires me to present to large groups of people. I lacked confidence and struggled with anxiety as I could no longer avoid public speaking situations. Since then, I’ve successfully presented to groups as large as 40 having only experienced a reasonable amount of nerves! This treatment undoubtedly works. In the process, I’ve learnt a whole lot about myself too! Very thorough and helpful, thank you
I had a phobia of flying. Thanks to sessions with Filipe flying has become way easier for me. I used to dread having to fly and now I have a positive outlook on things. I would definelty recommend him!
I developed a phobia of vomit when I was a child. As I got older, I learned to avoid anything that might lead to me falling ill including crowded places, types of food and being near anyone that wasn’t feeling well. My concerns have been greatly reduced. I’m now more relaxed in social situations, especially when eating out. My fear of contamination no longer rules my life and I’ve been able to prepare and enjoy eating foods again, such as chicken. Filipe’s treatment has been very useful and I’m happy with my progress. I can confidently recommend his services to anyone looking to understand and overcome a phobia.
I realised I had a problem with house spiders when I would freeze, sob and effectively ask strangers to come into my house to remove them. If there was one in the bathroom, I had to barricade it and go without until someone could come (despite having a second bathroom, however I wouldn’t go in it incase of spiders). It was really starting to get in the way of my daily life, especially now it is autumn and ‘spider season’. I’d find my mind being consumed with worry about coming to home to one. I knew it was really bad when one was on my stairs and I genuinely considered going out the window.
I really enjoyed the sessions and found them informative, relaxing and so helpful. Filipe was so supportive, thorough and helped me recognise and celebrate my successes. I never thought I’d be able to live a life without extreme fear of spiders and be able to be free of the worry about coming home to them. After my sessions finished, I have actually faced a house spider twice and was able to catch it in a glass on both occasions. The work Filipe did with me made it so I could actually rationally think and take the steps to remove it myself and I am really proud. I’m really pleased I invested the money into Felipe’s service and would recommend anyone with a phobia to give it a try. I don’t love spiders, but I am able to think straight and take steps to remove it. I feel so much more free and independent and feel like I could deal with a larger one if I had to.
Very interesting, informative, person centred and effective 👍
In the first session I was upset because I couldn’t possibly imagine being able to overcome my fear of spiders but the difference between then and after my third session is huge. I no longer need to check rooms or shake out clothes before putting them on and I am less jumpy and in general definitely less anxious. I barely think about spiders but before these sessions it really was consuming my life. I haven’t had exposure to a spider yet but I’m definitely feeling more confident about it. Really worth the money for me and I was doubtful at the start but willing to try anything – so glad I gave it a go. Very grateful to Filipe who was very understanding and fantastic at what he does.
My whole life I’ve suffered from a fear of spiders, but it was particularly crippling this year following a bad experience. I stumbled upon Filipe’s website in my desperate search for help. I was impressed by how informative the site was and with all the testimonials so decided to book my treatment. Filipe is passionate about his work and instantly understood my circumstances. He told me exactly what needed to be done to overcome my fear. Between sessions, I was able to successfully remove a spider from my home which was previously unimaginable! I now feel proud and confident in my abilities. I’ve impressed myself and the family. Thank you!
Filipe couldn’t have been more understanding and helpful. I not only feel able to face my phobia (which is now behind me), but has given me tools to use in daily life
I have always hated flying and all 4 times I have flown were a disaster. I was incredibly anxious in the months leading up to the flight and had moments of sheer panic at the thought of flying. During the actual flight itself I would feel so anxious and panicky that I would give myself pins and needles.
I took this hypnotherapy course because we were moving and I needed to get on a 10 hour flight!! After the hypnotherapy I found that I could think about flying without anxiety. In fact the only moment I felt anxious was at the airport (airports are stressful places!) Once I got on the plane I felt relaxed and during the flight I felt very little anxiety at all, even with turbulence! Amazing!! Thank you Filipe!
I was initially apprehensive about parting with my money for online therapy sessions; but my levels of anxiety about driving, quitting my job, and starting university, became so crippling – I decided to give it a try. I have studied A level psychology and Felipe knew exactly what he was talking about, and how best to treat it. Never judgemental, always there for you; and has your best interests at heart.
I am amazed the impact it’s had on my everyday life so far, and in so few sessions. I am looking forward to a new chapter in my life. I just wish I had done it sooner. It’s worth the money.
Filipe is wonderful and I’m so glad I stumbled across his webpage when searching for solutions to treating my emetophobia. Having just finished my three sessions with him, as well as having exercises and audio provided by him for in-between the sessions, I can say that I feel so much better about where I am in relation to my phobia – dare I say, it’s no longer a phobia! Filipe has helped me rework the way I think about the trigger and I feel really equipped to go on and live life even fuller – feeling ready for any situations I might encounter. Couldn’t recommend him enough. Thank you!
The website was very informative and easy to navigate, and I was able to find all the information I needed before committing to this treatment. It was very helpful to be able to see reviews from previous clients that Filipe had treated. Filipe himself was wonderful and always super quick to answer any questions via email, as well as send out any information needed post-session.
Thankyou Filipe for help with overcoming a fear of public speaking. Filipe was very understanding, open, approachable, full of knowledge and had a warm, authentic way about him. Since my sessions with Filipe I have faced and overcome situations regarding public speaking that I have avoided for an awful long time and am now excited about all the new possibilities that this has brought and will bring in the future.
Amazing! After 3 sessions I feel completely disconnected from my phobia. Highly recommend
Thank you so much to Filipe for helping me get over my fear of my spiders! My fear has had such a negative impact on my life, so to have finally overcome this is amazing and I’m very proud! I can now look at a spider without any anxiety and I no longer need to check rooms. This has been the best decision I ever made. If you want to overcome a phobia, I can’t recommend Filipe enough. It’s been life changing for me – thank you.
Before seeing Filipe I wasn’t even able to think about getting on a plane without it causing extreme anxiety. I am now able to look forward to my upcoming holiday with absolutely no anxiety at all. The sessions with Filipe are really informative. He gets you to think about things in a different way which has really helped me not just to overcome my phobia, but in different areas of my life too. I highly recommend Filipe to anyone looking to overcome their phobia. I wish I found him years ago!
I will admit to being a little sceptical initially as I felt my phobia of driving over bridges was so strong that I couldn’t see how it could be conquered. However, after meeting with Filipe his knowledge, kindness and his absolute belief in my ability to overcome my phobia meant that I have now faced my fears and am overjoyed at the results. Conquering my fear has opened up a world of opportunities for me and I’m so incredibly grateful to Filipe for this.
Welll…. All I can say is thank you sooo much for helping me get over my life long fear of spiders 🕷️
You have helped me in so many ways and iv finally been able to take one outside and not freak out which is massive for me!
You were so supportive and patient throughout the whole process and talked me through everything.
Iam so happy that you were the person i picked as i trusted you straight away.
You really are the best at what you do and have already recommended you to a lot of my friends and random people 😊
Thank you so much 5⭐️
I cannot recommend Filipe enough. I have had a fear of snakes for over 30 years. I could not look at a picture, the tv and the thought of going anywhere near a reptile house totally petrified me. I have had 3 sessions with Filipe and the outcome has been amazing. I feel I can now lead my life to the full with no fear at all. If you have a phobia of any kind, take the plunge and book today. I guarantee you, it will change your life. Filipe talks you through the full process from beginning to end so you fully understand what and how it happens and i am truly thankful.
Filipe was a great help in treating my lifelong phobia of dogs. I’ve just finished our third session and already after the second I was able to go on walks in the park with dogs off lead with no fear, which is much more than I thought I would be capable of before starting. He gives you more than the allocated time for sessions and very helpful exercises between sessions to practise and reinforce what we did in the sessions. He is supportive through the whole process and I highly recommend phobia treatment with him.
The treatment has helped me overcome not only my phobia but face my fears. I feel my confidence is growing everyday in all areas of my life where I have always felt trapped, demoralised, guilty and restricted. The treatment has made me realise that I can be in control of my thoughts and not to let negative thoughts define who I’m and what I need to do in order to grow. Thanks to the deliver of the treatment by Filipe, he is patient considerate and makes the session about you and no one else. He kept me focussed and relaxed during the treatment. The duration of the sessions were not dictated by the timescales, but by the content that needed to be covered. Thankyou so much, the treatment changed my life massively and will recommend it to anyone who is experiencing what I have experienced.
We’d have no hesitation in recommending The Phobia Specialist, We found Filipe to be very generous with his time, expertise and skills.
He clearly understood the disabling effect of a dog phobia and had clear strategies to help overcome it.
Filipe really wanted us to understand the therapy being offered and why and how it would work.
I have to say that I was initially a little doubtful that it would work as the phobia seemed so embedded, but I’ve been delighted to be proved wrong! The results so far have been life-changing, the fear of dogs no longer stops us doing the kind of everyday activities that most people take for granted.
Very helpful sessions. I have had a debilitating fear of heights all my life but after working with Filipe only recently I feel much more confident and liberated around things that would previously have made me panic. Filipe has a kind and considerate manner, explains the concepts that underpin his work clearly and simply, and is very easy to work with.
5 stars; would recommend.
The treatment was excellent! A phobia I had been suffering from for decades, getting progressively worse, was neutralised after 2 sessions. I will never ‘love’ my phobia but I have been in several extremely triggering situations since and each time, have been amazed at my ability to either not notice, not think about or ignore. Filipe was extremely credible, knowledgeable as well as being kind and compassionate – would thoroughly recommend.
Thank you Filipe for helping me with my dental phobia. I have dreaded the dentist for over 10 years and have always allowed my anxiety to take ownership of me, not any more. Today was the first time visiting a dentist without my anxiety taking over and I am very proud of myself. I have moved on from the past and left all my bad experiences where they should be, in the past. I highly recommend anyone who has a phobia to work with Filipe, you will not regret taking the steps needed to create a positive future. Amazing work Filipe, thank you
I suffered from a fear of flying for about 20 years. Since I also lived 3000+ miles away from my family during that time, flying was something I regularly needed to endure if I wanted to see them. I’d tried many different approaches in the past to help me, from different anti-anxiety medications to becoming a casual expert on airplane safety and operation. Nothing helped for more than a short time, and I would often have anxiety/panic attacks during flights whenever we encountered turbulence.
I just had my first flights since working with Felipe, and I’m happy to report that there’s been a dramatic improvement. Here are some before & after highlights:
Before – I used to experience a great deal of anxiety around the idea of flights and flying. This would happen when discussing holiday travel plans with my family (my brain would skip over the excitement of seeing them and go straight to the dread of flying), when I would see an airplane flying overhead or even images/videos of the inside of an airplane, and when searching for and booking flights.
After – I had virtually NO anticipatory anxiety this time around, which is amazing. Preparing for a trip is always a bit stressful, but it was refreshing to just experience a “normal” amount of travel stress as opposed to the massive anxiety I felt in the past.
Before – I would often obsessively check the weather in my city of departure and arrival prior to flying.
After – I didn’t feel the need to do that this time around. In fact, it wasn’t until I went to pack my bags that I realized I had no idea what the weather was up to where I was going. Again, a big victory for me!
Before – On the flight itself, I used to be incredibly preoccupied with things like when the pilot turned off/on the fasten seatbelt sign, or making sure that I was able to sit next to and look out the window in an effort to control my fear.
After – I didn’t pay too much attention to those things this time around. In fact, at one moment the flight attendants needed to interrupt the drink service and take their seats due to some turbulence, and I didn’t think too much of it. In the past, this exact same situation sent me into a full meltdown.
Before – When we would encounter even the slightest turbulence, I’d need to look out the window to try to reassure myself that everything was okay and calm down. My anxiety and fear would tick up and accumulate with every little bump. If we encountered bigger bumps or longer stretches of turbulence, I would basically have a meltdown, and I would struggle to calm myself down for the rest of the flight.
After – With the mild turbulence and little bumps along the way, I wasn’t too bothered. I was able to continue watching films, eating my meal, etc. I *did* experience some feelings of fear the few times we encountered moderate turbulence, but unlike in the past, I was able to observe and reflect on the fear that my body was experiencing. It didn’t take over me, and I was still able to think rationally. This meant that I could use some simple relaxation breathing to help myself calm down, which wouldn’t have been possible prior to my work with Felipe. Also, I was able to completely calm myself back down very quickly once the turbulence was over. Within minutes I was watching a movie or reading again like nothing had happened.
In short, I think the progress is wonderful even though there was still some nervousness, and I trust that I can just keep improving with more practice. Thank you so much for the help, Felipe!
Thank you Filipe for your help on my heights phobia, I feel the sessions covered so much more, not just on my phobia of heights but also on everyday situations and on how to handle them. I have since experienced visiting a place that normally would cause me problems, but I approached it in a different manner and in a different way of thinking and it really helped. I’m now looking forward to new challenges that will no longer restrict me.
Thank you
I had arachnophobia (well, fear of all sort of bugs really) for my entire life but now I feel liberated from my phobia. Filipe is great, very friendly and experienced. He seems genuinely interested in his clients’ feelings and their improvement after the sessions. I wish I have done this earlier!
Filipe was so helpful with helping me with my fear of snakes. I have been petrified of them since I was little – I couldn’t even look at photos or see them on a TV. Historically, I would throw the book or phone away at the sight of a snake. Since having my sessions with Filipe, I have been able to look at photos of snakes and see them on television, knowing that I am in complete control. I have even been able to look at them with a newfound curiosity! I am no longer dreading our holiday abroad later this year where we are very likely to see snakes. I highly recommend contacting Filipe if you have a phobia like mine – it was such an easy process, very professional, and has made such a noticeable difference to my life.
Filipe has been amazing over the two sessions.
I have suffered with arachnophobia since I can remember, I truely now have been given the mental strength and vision to overcome this awful fear which has held me back in so many ways over the years. I am so proud of what I have already achieved and am excited to carry this strength forward.
Thank you so much Filipe, you are truly wonderful.
Helen
A very knowledgeable, professional and helpful therapist. I came to try to tackle social phobia and I’m leaving feeling empowered and ready to take my life back! Thank you 🙏
Filipe was amazing, so helpful all the way through the process, making sure I understood what to expect throughout. The actual treatment has been a huge success already. Almost straight after the first session I felt better, and was actually excited to see a spider for the first time ever! This was such a debilitating fear beforehand and my only regret is not doing it earlier.
I turned to Filipe because of my fear of falling, particularly when out hiking. Thanks to the two sessions plus a wonderful digital recording I no longer have this fear. I’m on a holiday in the Dolomites and thoroughly enjoying hiking and going on téléphériques whizzing high up in the mountains! Thank you
I have lived with arachnophobia for as long as i can remember, I was at first sceptical if treatment would help me as I truly thought I was beyond treating! But I kept an open mind and I’m so glad I did, I am so pleased to be able to live my life without being paranoid or thinking about spiders 24/7 and that’s all thanks to Filipe! It’s clear Filipe is passionate and is very good at what he does! I would highly recommend to anyone with a phobia to take the plunge, it’s worth it 1000x over!
Having a Dog phobia, affected my life for many years.I always had to plan every event. I avoided places and were there was dogs i would leave quickly.
Having the help from Filipe It was a pleasure working with him,Very relaxed ,calm and patient. Ive put in to practice what ive learned,i now feel more confident and relaxed in sistuations when i see dogs. Its helped my health as well.
Many thanks Filipe x
Filipe was very kind and helpful! I have struggled with my arachnophobia all my life and was tired of letting it take up so much space in my brain and life. I was a little bit skeptical at first but decided to book the free consult and take it from there. I’m so glad I took that step!
After our first session I felt equipped to deal with spiders in a calmer and more controlled way, and when a spider did run at me and I felt that old, familiar panic creep up I was able to take back some control and assess the situation and understand that I wasn’t in danger, it was purely an unpleasant situation.
I’ve just finished my second session and am actually looking forward to seeing what happens the next time I encounter a spider- that’s not something I’d ever have thought I’d say and is a testament to Filipe’s work!
Friendly, professional and patient
Excellent sessions and very well executed and explained. Thank you
I contracted Filipe after suffering a really bad phobia of dogs. After purchasing a family dog this year I knew it was time I needed to get help as I did not want to continue being anxious and scared around him. This affects him but also my family and kids as they can sense my behaviour which had a negative affect on my kids. After the first conversation with Filipe I knew he was going to help me. He took time to understand my fears, the reasons for this fear and from this was quickly able to establish how many sessions of therapy I would need in order to help me overcome this. After living with this fear for years I knew now was the time to finally overcome this. I can very happily say after 2 sessions with Filipe I am now able to play with my dog in great comfort, interact with him and the family which has made life within my house a million times better. I cannot thank Filipe enough for what he has given me. He is a genuine person who has a great passion for what he does and helping people with all different phobias. Highly recommend using Filipe if you wish to live a life of being free from fear and all this for the cost of a meal out in a restaurant!! Thank you Filipe and I will recommend you to anyone who asks me.
Jay