Treatment for
Fear of Heights
Are you afraid of heights?
Does looking down from a tall building, mountain, or bridge scare you?
Do glass elevators freak you out?
What would you do if you were not afraid of heights? Would you:
Travel more comfortably?
Visit tourist sites in America or abroad like the Empire State Building, Mayan temples, or the Swiss Alps?
Walk the Golden Gate Bridge or the Grand Canyon Skywalk?
Learn to overcome fear of heights
Dr. McMahon can help you overcome your fear of heights, just as she has helped many others. Most people start feeling better after only a few sessions with Dr. McMahon.
As you overcome your fear, you will feel better about yourself. You will be able to go places and try new things more comfortably.
Dr. McMahon can help you learn new ways of thinking about fear and specific techniques for coping with anxiety. She uses proven techniques such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), virtual reality therapy (see Benefits of VR Therapy), relaxation, and mindfulness. Dr. McMahon has more than 40 years of experience as a psychologist and specializes in treating anxiety and fears.
Virtual reality makes treatment for fear of heights faster and more effective because you can experience being in different environments without leaving the office. Dr. McMahon controls the simulation and can help you become more comfortable with heights.
Call Dr. McMahon at 415-625-3565 for more information.