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Phobia Treatment in Miami

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Phobias respond well to treatment. Get care in Kendall or by telehealth across Florida.

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Ibis Reyes Soto, PMHNP-BC
Ibis Reyes Soto, PMHNP-BC
Board-certified psychiatric provider
Accepting New PatientsFirst Visit Often Within a Week
20+ YearsOf Experience
BilingualEnglish & Spanish
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Understanding Phobias

Phobias are intense, irrational fears of specific objects, situations or activities. They go beyond normal fear, lead to avoidance and can interfere with work, travel and social life. They may be social, specific or agoraphobia-related.

In Your Mind

  • Intense Fear of the Trigger
  • Dread of Possible Encounters
  • Knowing the Fear Is Excessive

In Your Body

  • Rapid Heartbeat
  • Sweating or Nausea

In Your Day

  • Going Far to Avoid Triggers
  • Routines Shaped by the Fear
  • Limits on Work and Travel

Your plan moves at a pace you're comfortable with.

How We Treat Phobias

Prefer to Stay Home?

All phobia care is available by secure, HIPAA-compliant video anywhere in Florida. Many people with phobias find it an easier first step.

What to Expect

  1. 1
    Your First Visit45 to 60 min. No referral needed.
  2. 2
    We ListenYour symptoms, history and goals.
  3. 3
    Your PlanClear next steps. Follow-ups run 15 to 30 min.
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  • Cigna
  • HealthSun
  • Humana
  • Magellan
  • Medicare
  • Optum
  • Oscar
  • Simply Healthcare
  • Solis
  • UnitedHealthcare

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We may still accept it! We accept most major insurance plans, even if yours isn't shown here. Call or text our team and we'll gladly verify your coverage.We accept most major insurance plans, even if yours isn't shown here.

Instant check against some of the plans we accept. We verify your benefits before your visit.

We accept most major plans, even if yours isn't shown. Call (305) 482-1452 or text us to verify your coverage.

New Patient RatesEnds November 30. Book to lock in.
Psychiatric EvaluationSave $100
$350$250
ESA LetterSave $50
$150$100

Phobia Questions

Still Have Questions?

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  • Office Hours Monday to Friday, 9 AM to 5 PM
  • Text or send a request anytime, and we reply during office hours.
  • First Visit Often Within a Week
  • No Referral Needed
Phobia or Everyday Fear?

A phobia is an intense, persistent fear that's out of proportion to the actual danger and that you go out of your way to avoid. When that avoidance starts limiting your daily life, work or relationships, it's worth having evaluated.

Can Phobias Develop in Adulthood?

Yes. While many phobias begin in childhood, they can develop at any age, sometimes triggered by a traumatic experience or a stressful period.

Must I Confront My Fear First?

No. Your first appointment is a relaxed conversation to understand your history and how the phobia affects you. Any plan is built collaboratively and moves at a pace you're comfortable with.

How Are Specific Phobias Treated?

After a comprehensive evaluation, we create an individualized plan. That may include medication to ease the anxiety that fuels avoidance, coping strategies and regular follow-ups. We talk through the options together.

Phobia Care in Spanish or Online?

Yes. Care is available in both English and Spanish, in person in Miami and through secure telepsychiatry anywhere in Florida, which many people with phobias find an easier first step.

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