Do you constantly monitor your heart, worry about palpitations, or fear a sudden cardiac event—even when your doctor says you’re okay? You might be dealing with cardiophobia (heart-focused anxiety), and you’re not alone. In this free 45–60 minute session, therapist Haley Ostrow, LCSW, will walk you through: - What cardiophobia is and how it shows up day-to-day - Common physical symptoms (palpitations, PVCs/ectopic beats, chest sensations, etc.) - Typical thoughts and fears (“What if my heart just stops?” “What if they missed something?”) - How avoidance, checking, and constant monitoring keep the fear going This is an educational overview to help you finally put a name to what you’re experiencing and understand why it feels so terrifying. At the end, you’ll be able to submit your specific questions for a separate deep-dive workshop, where Haley will cover practical strategies for responding to symptoms and working through cardiophobia in much more detail.
