The fear of bridges is a lesser-known phobia, but still a very serious one. Also known as gephyrophobia, the resulting anxiety, dizziness, and panic attacks that come from driving or walking across a bridge can make life very difficult for the person who is afflicted.

If you live in a place that has a lot of bridges, such as the Tri-State area with its whopping 26 major bridges, life can be especially challenging. When it comes to work or your social life, the ability to travel from one part of town to another can become nearly impossible.

Are you ready to overcome this fear that has been holding you back? If you have not had success with other measures, don’t despair. At Advanced Care Hypnosis in New Jersey, they have experience with helping their patients move forward, even after years of anxiety. Their compassionate and knowledgeable staff is excited to help you change your life. They have seen results with patients in just one session!

The fear of bridges is a multi-faceted condition. It is not just the fear of the bridge itself that makes it so difficult to overcome, but the other aspects that branch out from it. According to Dr. Michael R. Liebowitz, a professor of clinical psychiatry at Columbia University, “It’s not an isolated phobia, but usually part of a larger constellation.” There are panic attacks, elevated heart rate, and the fear of being trapped.

How does hypnosis help?  When you are under hypnosis, your mind is open. It is focused and calm, and easily influenced. While in this state, the underlying feelings that cause your fear of bridges can be replaced with more positive emotions. If there is a past experience that has caused the fear, it can be extracted from the subconscious and dealt with. Through gentle suggestion, you can change the way you think about bridges and see them as a benign form of transportation rather than a personal nightmare.

Jan Steers, who suffered from a fear of bridges her whole life, told The New York Times,“Every time I thought about going over a bridge I would get terrible, terrible anxiety.That’s when my world started getting smaller and smaller.”

Does your world feel too small? Are you missing out on things because you fear how you will get to them? Don’t let your anxiety hold you back from living a full and enjoyable life. Advanced Care Hypnosis has a team of caring professionals who can help you take back control of your life.

Imagine how your life will change once you overcome this fear. No more traveling out of your way to avoid crossing over a bridge. You can vacation and attend family functions because transportation will no longer be an excuse to miss them. If you are looking to advance your career, you can take opportunities that you might have previously turned down because of their location or the travel route that would get you there.

Struggling with a fear of bridges can be a life-stunting phobia. But there is a cure. Hypnosis can help you move past the anxiety and reassert control. Daniel Rose has over 30 years of experience treating patients with anxiety, and his training and knowledge will help you change your life.

Your life doesn’t have to be run by your fear. You can overcome your fear of bridges and live a more fulfilling, happier life. The world may feel small for you now, but soon, you will be able to enjoy just how much it has to offer. Let Advanced Care Hypnosis help you make it happen.