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Online psychologist for Health Anxiety (Hypochondria)
Please note: our sessions are held in Italian only.
Health anxiety (illness anxiety disorder, formerly hypochondria) is the persistent fear of having or developing a serious illness, involving constant checking and research. Therapy helps break the cycle of alarm.
Find your therapistSessions from €45 · Secure video call · Flexible hours
Signs not to ignore
- Constant worry about your health without medical evidence
- Continuous internet research or repeated medical visits
- Frequent body checking (pulse, skin, lymph nodes, etc.)
- Distress that is not reassured by negative medical tests or exams
How online therapy can help
Cognitive-behavioural therapy is very effective: we work on catastrophic thoughts, checking rituals, and tolerance of uncertainty. Also available online.
Book a first sessionFrequently asked questions
Are medical check-ups useful?
After medical reassurance, anxiety needs to be addressed through psychotherapy: that is where the problem lies.
Will I be able to stop checking myself?
Yes, gradually: rituals are reduced using specific strategies learned in therapy.