The Phobia Clinic® is a private clinic based in Melbourne’s western suburbs, specialising in the treatment of specific phobias. We are easily located by public transport.
Our structured evidence-based phobia programmes are designed and delivered by our team of highly trained psychologists. Mind Up Psychology uses a combination of individual psychotherapy, virtual reality exposure and graded exposure techniques, our psychologists support clients to overcome their phobias.
Media Gallery
Fear of Tunnels, Flying, and Specific Fears – Shawn Goldberg & Brigitte Duclos – ABC Radio Melbourne
Listen to Shawn Goldberg’s recent interview on ABC Radio Melbourne’s Afternoons with Brigitte Duclos, aired on 9 December 2025. In this conversation, Shawn explains the difference between everyday fear and phobia, explores why some people experience anxiety around tunnels, which is especially relevant with the opening of the new Metro Tunnel, and discusses other common specific fears such as the fear of flying. It is an easy-to-understand and valuable chat for anyone interested in how our brains respond to perceived threats.
Fear of Heights – Shawn Goldberg & Brigitte Duclos – ABC Radio Melbourne
Catch Shawn Goldberg on the ABC Radio Melbourne Afternoons show, which aired on 6 May 2025, as he delved into the fascinating topic of fear of heights. From its development to how our bodies respond, Shawn explored how common this fear is and the difference between simple fear and a full‑blown phobia. Learn how it can be conquered, all while Shawn answered live questions from callers. Don’t miss this insightful and informative interview — listen to the full audio now.
Fighting Phobias – Shawn Goldberg & Rod Quinn – ABC Radio
In this ABC Radio Nightlife segment aired 22 January 2024, Shawn Goldberg joins Rod Quinn to explore how phobias develop and the ways people can move through them. The conversation unpacks how our brain’s alarm system works, and the practical mechanisms that help calm the body, retrain the brain, and reduce fear responses over time.
Claustrophobia – Shawn Goldberg & Christine Layton – ABC Radio Perth
Thrilled to share a radio interview featuring Shawn Goldberg on ABC Radio Perth’s Afternoons with Christine Layton, aired on 29 May 2023.
In this thoughtful conversation, Shawn explores claustrophobia, including what it is, common triggers, how it can affect daily life, and practical strategies for managing it. The discussion offers clear, compassionate insights for anyone wanting to better understand this common fear or support someone experiencing it.
Thank you to Christine Layton and the Afternoons team for creating a welcoming space to talk about an important and often misunderstood topic.
Irrational Fears – Shawn Goldberg & Pru Bentley – ABC Radio Victoria
Curious about irrational fears? 🤔 Here’s a snippet of Shawn Goldberg’s conversation with Pru Bentley of ABC Radio Victoria aired on 31 Oct 2023, where they explore the fascinating world of irrational fears.