i tried it about 20 years ago and unfortunately it didn't help me, that was so long ago that i'm sure by now they have newer and better techniques. i pray that it helps you and i would be interested in knowing how it goes!

just reading up on desensitization made me feel anxious and panicky. i hope it goes well for you

I find the more I am in a situation that makes me feel panicky the less panicky I feel. Desensitisation is worth giving a go... try everything till you find something that works.. it can be a little scary.. but for me the thought of being a victim of anxiety for the rest of my life is scarier :) good luck.

I agree with the above. It is very hard work but you have to push.

I am not going to lie. I fear going to work everyday, and just cause I continue to expose myself to it does not mean that it has gotten any easier.

But with that said, let me say this. About 2 months ago I made some new friends. Well they asked when I got off work to goto the pub with them.


I am thinking in my head, I go to work and home and that is it. And I am anxious when I do that. I have not been to the pub since my anxiety start.

So what did I do? It was so random, I went to the pub anxious as hell, Made it through. Did not run out. That night was the most amazing night of my anxiety. I felt so good afterwords. I didn't want to goto sleep because I felt so good. Something so simple yet so amazing in my eyes.


Give it a try you have nothing to lose and everything to gain.

If it doesn't work for you keep trying you will find something. I am still hoping, but I know that one day I will be better. As to when and how I have no idea. But I refuse to let this eat of the rest of my life I am still too young.

I am using it to desensitize myself to my fear of public speaking and in being in crowded places like bars, restaurants etc.

p.s. I used to wrestle many years ago. I was a two time state champ in CT and wrestled in College.