Overcome
Swallowing, Eating
& Speaking Fears
You're not alone and you're not stuck. We provide professional help for people struggling with:
Phagophobia - fear of swallowing
Pseudo dysphagia - fear of choking
Anxiety about speaking in public
Tension in the throat or 'stuck' sensations
Avoidance, panic, ARFID, loss of appetite due to fear
CONFIDENTIAL | COMPASSIONATE | holistic
Overcome phagophobia and pseudo dysphagia
At scared2swallow, we work holistically to help you:
Swallow safely and confidently
Eat without fear
Calm your mind and body
Rebuild trust in your ability to eat and speak
Enjoy meals again - without dread or distress


Ready to Feel in Control of Swallowing Again?
Helping individuals overcome swallowing fears such as phagophobia and pseudo dysphagia, anxiety, and speaking-related challenges with professional therapy services.




Expert therapists assist with the fear of choking and taking medication.
Our services focus on reducing anxiety
related to the fear of swallowing food.
Use your mind's imagination to change
Whether it is speaking infront of an audience or trying new foods, our brain has a remarkable capacity to change.




Trouble eating because of anxiety, or suffering from Irritable bowel? These symptoms can be linked.
Anxiety about public speaking can cause tension in the vocal chords and stop someone from speaking
We Understand What You're Going Through
Many people with these issues feel isolated, misunderstood, or dismissed by traditional medical routes. At Scared 2 Swallow,
we take your experience seriously. Our expert-led, compassionate approach is rooted in years of therapeutic experience, personal insight, and success stories worldwide.
Hypnotherapy
"I started hypnotherapy sessions with Penny Ling to address my phagophobia, which stemmed from the stress of an abusive relationship. From the first session, it was clear that she had empathy and was willing to help me overcome my trauma and phobias. Penny is an expert hypnotherapist who skillfully handles anxiety, depression, and phobias. She aided me in finding my way during sessions, enhancing my self-trust and confidence and diminishing work-related anxiety. I recommend Penny highly. Despite us working online, myself in Greece and Penny in the UK, it was like we were in the same room."
Mr K K Greece


★★★★★
Take the first step today
Whether you’re avoiding food, dreading pills, or want to stop worrying every time you swallow, support is available. If you just want to understand the swallowing problem we provide free online webinars - just look out for dates or sign up to our newsletter.
🔹 Private sessions online
🔹 No referral needed
🔹 Discreet, professional, and fully confidential
🔹Free online webinars
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Contact Us
Reach out for support with swallowing and eating challenges today.
Scared2Swallow
Based in the UK, clients worldwide
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disclaimer
Therapies available include hypnotherapy, mindfulness and meditation, which are effective; however, results may vary, and success is not guaranteed. Full client commitment is important, and the client will want to make changes.
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Scared2swallow is not a crisis service, if you are experiencing life threatening condition please contact your emergency services.