by Christopher Paul Jones | 20th June 2025 | fear, Metal health, phobia
If you’ve been watching the news or scrolling through social media recently, you’ve probably seen one of the many snake stories with headlines like “Adders found on the beach”, “Python dumped in the woods”, or “Record numbers of snake sightings”. So what’s going...
by Christopher Paul Jones | 23rd May 2025 | fear, Metal health, phobia
After years of helping clients overcome their fears and phobias, I’ve noticed something interesting about transformation. Have you ever noticed how the harder you try to control something, the more it seems to slip away. Some clients walk in and experience...
by Christopher Paul Jones | 22nd April 2025 | fear
If you’ve ever wondered where your fear came from, chances are you’ve tried to think back to the moment it started. People typically expect a big, fairly obvious reason—a traumatic experience, a life-threatening situation, or a memory that clearly explains why you...
by Christopher Paul Jones | 25th March 2025 | anxiety, confidence, fear, Metal health
A few years ago, I worked with a military client who was highly trained, battle-hardened, and accustomed to life-threatening situations. Given his experience, you’d think fear wasn’t a factor for him; however, as we spoke, he shared something that surprised me....
by Christopher Paul Jones | 13th December 2024 | anxiety, fear, Metal health, phobia, stress
Glossophobia (fear of public speaking) is often named one of the most common phobias, ranking above heights, spiders, and even death. It impacts approximately 23% of people, with 57% of women being affected compared to 39% of men. Whether it’s presenting to a room...
by Christopher Paul Jones | 31st October 2024 | anxiety, fear, over thinking, phobia, stress
As the evenings draw in, the allure of cosy, softly lit rooms grows; however, for some, so does the unease from darker streets and eerie silhouettes. Nyctophobia is a prevalent anxiety that can disrupt the lives of many, limiting their ability to enjoy the...