UNDERSTAND & CURE YOUR EMETOPHOBIA VIDEO SERIES
You hate vomit, so why can't you stop thinking about it? This video explains why emetophobia is uniquely different from other phobias, what drives the obsessive cycle of vomit-related thoughts, and what you can do to finally stop the obsession. Developed by the emetophobia specialists at CABT, one of the only practices in the greater Philadelphia area dedicated exclusively to emetophobia treatment.
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What You’ll Learn
WHY IS THE FEAR OF VOMIT DIFFERENT FROM OTHER PHOBIAS?
Emetophobia is not like a fear of dogs or spiders (which is why others cannot understand what you’re going through!) Learn what is very distinctive about the fear of vomit.
WHY YOU’RE OBSESSED WITH VOMIT
Safety behaviors seem like they keep us safe, but instead, they keep us trapped in the phobia. Learn why!
Want to stop thinking about vomit all the time? Here are tips for eliminating your obsession with vomit once and for all.
HOW TO STOP OBSESSING
Is this emetophobia video right for me?
This video is for you if:
You hate vomit more than anything, but think about it constantly and don't understand why
You've wondered whether your emetophobia is more like OCD than a typical phobia
You feel like your brain is working against you and want to understand the science behind obsessive thoughts
You've tried to distract yourself or push the thoughts away and found it only makes things worse
You want concrete strategies to reduce the frequency and intensity of vomit-related thoughts
Explore the Understand & Cure Your Emetophobia Video Series
Get access to individual videos for $20 each or bundle and save on our complete set of videos for $175!
Understanding the Origins of Fear
FAQs
You Asked, We Answered
ERP Treatment & Recovery Roadmap
A Guide for Families & Caregivers
Tools & Strategies to Stay Better
How to Know When You've Gotten Better
Break the Cycle
Disarming the Body’s Panic Response
A Guide for Parents & Expecting
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Meet Your Emetophobia Experts
With over 20 years of clinical experience and a lifetime of living with emetophobia, these experts specialize in empirically supported treatments that effectively address the debilitating symptoms of emetophobia for patients.
David Yusko, PsyD
Co-founder of CABT and one of the most experienced emetophobia specialists in the world, Dr. Yusko has spent over 20 years helping patients overcome emetophobia using Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP). He has trained thousands of therapists in emetophobia treatment and co-authored Gag Reflections with his former patient, Dara Lovitz.
Dara Lovitz
Dara is a recovered emetophobe who spent decades living with a fear of vomiting that controlled nearly every aspect of her life — until she worked with Dr. Yusko and found her way to recovery. She has since co-authored Gag Reflections and co-leads the Understand & Cure Your Emetophobia video series to help others find the same freedom she did. Her honesty, humor, and firsthand experience make her one of the most relatable voices in the emetophobia recovery community.
Looking for One-on-One Emetophobia Treatment?
If you're ready to work directly with an emetophobia specialist, whether in person in the Philadelphia area or virtually, our clinical team at CABT is here to help. Explore personalized, expert-led treatment tailored specifically to you.
Frequently Asked Questions About Emetophobia Video Series
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This course is virtual via online videos.
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No, this series is designed to be used independently as a self-guided resource. That said, working with a specialized emetophobia therapist alongside the series can accelerate your progress significantly. If you're ready to explore therapy, learn about emetophobia treatment at CABT.
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There is no right order! Feel free to choose which video feels most aligned with where you are in your emetophobia journey and what you’d like to learn.
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Both options are available! Each video can be purchased individually, or you can purchase The Complete Bundle at a discounted rate of $175. If you're unsure where to start, email us and we can help you out!
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Each video is approximately 25-70 minutes long and can be watched at your own pace. You can pause, rewind, and rewatch as many times as you need, there's no expiration on your access.
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Yes, the series is appropriate for older teenagers and can be a helpful resource for adolescents who are beginning to understand their emetophobia. For younger children, we recommend working directly with a therapist rather than a self-guided program. CABT treats emetophobia in children and teenagers. Contact us to learn more.
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Video 2 covers ERP and exposure therapy in depth and walks you through how to build your own fear hierarchy, but the series itself does not require you to do exposures to benefit from it. Understanding how exposure works and why it's effective is valuable on its own, and many people find that learning the framework makes them more ready and willing to begin exposure work when the time is right.
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This series gives you the knowledge, framework, and tools to understand emetophobia and begin your recovery independently. Working with a CABT therapist provides personalized, one-on-one guidance, a clinician who knows your specific triggers, tailors your treatment plan, and supports you through the hard parts in real time. Many people use the series as a starting point and transition to therapy when they're ready. Learn about emetophobia treatment at CABT.
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Yes, Video 4 was created specifically for family members and caregivers and covers what your loved one wishes you understood, the well-meaning behaviors that unintentionally reinforce the fear, and how to offer support that encourages recovery. The rest of the series is also valuable for family members who want a deeper understanding of what their loved one is experiencing and why.
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Most emetophobia content online is created by sufferers sharing their personal experiences, which is valuable, but not the same as clinical guidance. This series was developed by Dr. David Yusko, one of the world's leading emetophobia specialists with over 20 years of clinical experience, and Dara Lovitz, a recovered emetophobe who was Dr. Yusko's patient. That combination of deep clinical expertise and authentic lived experience is rare, and it's what makes this series unlike anything else available.
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Absolutely, and we encourage it. Many therapists recommend the series as a supplement to emetophobia treatment because it reinforces the core concepts of ERP and gives patients additional tools to work with between sessions. If your current therapist is not familiar with emetophobia specifically, sharing this series with them may also be a helpful starting point for your work together.
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