How do I book an appointment?

Appointments can be booked through our online booking system where you can view available services, therapists and times. If you are unsure which therapy may be most suitable, you are also welcome to send us a WhatsApp message and we can help guide you.

What happens after I book a session?

Once your appointment is booked you will receive a confirmation with the details of your session. If any forms or additional information are required before your appointment, these will be sent to you ahead of time.

Can I reschedule or cancel my appointment?

If you need to reschedule or cancel your appointment, please contact us as soon as possible. Our cancellation policy will be included in your booking confirmation.

Do you offer evening or weekend appointments?

Some of our therapists offer evening or weekend appointments depending on availability. You can view the available times through the online booking system.

Is there parking available?

There is parking available nearby in Rainham. Full details and directions will be provided in your booking confirmation to help you find us easily.

What if I’m not sure which therapy is right for me?

You don’t need to have everything figured out before booking. If you’re unsure which therapy may help, you’re welcome to contact us for guidance and we can help you explore the options.

Can I message someone before booking?

Yes. If you would prefer to ask a question before booking, you are welcome to send us a WhatsApp message and we will do our best to help.

What should I expect when I arrive for my first session?

When you arrive you will be welcomed into a calm and supportive environment where you can take a few moments to settle in. Your therapist will guide you through the session and explain anything you need to know.

Is The Growth Place easy to find?

The Growth Place is located in Rainham, Kent and is easy to reach from surrounding areas. Directions will be included in your booking confirmation to make your visit as smooth as possible.

ONLINE AND IN-PERSON APPOINTMENTS

Fears & Phobias Therapy

Feel calmer | Regain control | Face things with confidence

You might know your fear doesn’t make sense…
but that doesn’t stop how real it feels.

Feel intense fear or panic

Even thinking about the situation can trigger anxiety or physical symptoms.

Avoid certain situations

You might go out of your way to avoid things, even when it disrupts your life.

Feel frustrated with yourself

Part of you knows you’re safe, but your body reacts as if you’re not.

What Are Fears and Phobias and
When Do They Become a Problem?

A phobia is more than just a fear. It is an intense and automatic response to a specific situation, object or experience.

This could include things like:

Flying
Needles or medical procedures
Spiders or animals
Driving
Public speaking
Enclosed spaces
Being sick (emetophobia)

The key difference is the intensity of the response. Even when you logically know you are safe, your body reacts as if you are in danger.

A phobia becomes a problem when it starts to:

Affect your daily life or choices
Limit what you feel able to do
Cause significant anxiety or panic
Lead to avoidance behaviours

At The Growth Place, we support people with fears and phobias in Rainham, Kent and online, helping you change the response at the root so you can feel calmer and more in control.

What Causes Fears and Phobias?

Fears and phobias are usually learned responses.

They can develop from:

A past experience
Something you witnessed
Something you were told or learned
A moment where your brain linked something to danger

Sometimes, the original cause isn’t obvious at all. What matters is that your brain has created a pattern where it reacts quickly to protect you. The problem is, that response is now happening even when you are safe. This is why phobias feel so automatic and hard to control. The good news is, because they are learned, they can also be unlearned.

Signs and Symptoms of Fears and Phobias

Phobias can affect your thoughts, body and behaviour, often very quickly and intensely. A phobia can trigger a strong and immediate response in both the mind and body, even when there is no real danger present. Many people describe knowing logically that they are safe, but still feeling a surge of panic, fear or discomfort that feels completely out of their control. This response is driven by the brain’s threat system, which has learnt to associate a specific situation or object with danger. Over time, this can lead to increased anxiety, avoidance behaviours and a growing impact on daily life, especially if the fear starts to limit what you feel able to do.

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Emotional Symptoms

Intense fear, panic, dread or feeling overwhelmed in certain situations.

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Physical Symptoms

Racing heart, shortness of breath, sweating, dizziness or feeling shaky.

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Behavioural Symptoms

Avoiding situations, needing reassurance, or going to great lengths to prevent exposure to the fear.

How Therapy Helps Overcome Fears and Phobias

At The Growth Place, we focus on changing the response at the root. This is not about forcing you to face your fear or pushing you into uncomfortable situations. It is about helping your brain understand that you are safe.

Phobia therapy can help you:

Reduce the intensity of your fear response
Feel calmer and more in control
Break the cycle of avoidance
Build confidence in situations that previously felt difficult
Change the automatic patterns driving the phobia

Many clients are surprised by how quickly phobias can shift when the right approach is used. We offer a range of approaches including hypnotherapy, The Control System, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), somatic therapy and energy-based therapies such as Reiki. Each session is tailored to your specific fear and your comfort level.

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You’ll see a calendar here with available times once a service is added to it.

Therapies we offer

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy

CBT helps you understand and reframe the thoughts linked to your fear.

Hypnotherapy

Works with the subconscious mind to change the automatic fear response.

Reiki Healing

Supports relaxation and helps calm the nervous system during the process.

The Control System

A powerful approach to updating the subconscious patterns driving the phobia.

Somatic Therapy

These body-based techniques calm the nervous system and release stress stored physically in the body.

fears and phobias therapists

If you are looking for support with overcoming a fear or phobia in Rainham, Kent or online, our experienced therapists and healers are here to help. At The Growth Place, our team offers a range of therapeutic approaches designed to calm the mind, support you to remove subconscious blocks and help you feel more in control again so you can overcome your fear. Each practitioner brings their own skills and specialisms, allowing us to match you with the therapist who feels right for you.

Jade anne

Lead Therapist and Healer

Clare

Therapist and Healer

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Helen

Therapist and Teacher

Steph

Therapist

Laura

Therapist

Send us a Whatsapp message for an informal chat so we can help you find the right therapy for you.

WE ARE HERE TO HELP

What Happens in a Fear and Phobia Therapy Session?

Your first session focuses on understanding your specific fear and how it affects you. There is no pressure to face anything you are not ready for. We work at your pace. From there, we begin to introduce techniques that help your brain and body feel safe again.

Over time, many clients notice:

Reduced fear and anxiety
Increased confidence
Less avoidance
Feeling more in control in situations that once felt overwhelming

Not sure what therapy is right for you?

Send us a Whatsapp message for an informal chat so we can help you find the right therapy for you.

Frequently asked questions

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Melanie

I went to The Growth Place for Control System sessions with Jade. Jade was amazing and so talented in what she does in The Growth Place.

It's such a welcoming environment. You definitely feel at ease there. She has helped me so much in the sessions. It's a wonderful place to visit and all the wonderful ladies that work there. Thankyou so much all of you 💛✨️🩷