Episode 64 · The Emetophobia Podcast
Hope for the most ‘complex’ cases of Emetophobia: Sophie’s self-led journey to freedom
Told her prognosis was poor, Sophie got herself over emetophobia using the manual alone.
We have had lots of incredible guests on the Emetophobia-Free podcast but today’s guest Sophie is truly exceptional.
Sophie’s Emetophobia started at a young age and was so severe that she spent the full 7 years at CAMHS. Sophie’s Emetophobia was so debilitating that she was unable to leave the room without the assistance of someone else and at one point she made an attempt to end her own life.
The professionals involved in her care held case study meetings about her as she was so ‘complex and complicated’. When she was discharged at 19 she was told there was little to no help in adult services and her long term prognosis was poor…
Despite being told this and armed with multiple diagnoses including Autism, ADHD, IBS, an eating disorder, severe OCD and depression, Sophie persevered in her mission to get herself over Emetophobia.
“It’s not about being like other people, it’s about celebrating me.”
SophieWith consistent effort, dedication and focus, Sophie got herself over her fear using the Emetophobia-Free manual alone.
Sophie’s story is absolutely invaluable to anyone going through the programme as she shares useful insights from her long journey through the programme.
With regards to her ASD, Sophie explains: “It’s not about being like other people, it’s about celebrating me. If I was sick, I would cope with it… Being over emetophobia doesn’t mean you ‘look the same as someone else’, it’s about being able to live the life you want to live.”
This episode featured discussion between Michelle Johnson and Sophie.