Managing Agoraphobia with Medical Cannabis
Agoraphobia is an intense fear of being in public spaces or situations where escape might be difficult or where help wouldn’t be available if things went wrong. People with Agoraphobia may also be scared of other everyday situations, such as travelling on public transport, visiting a shopping centre, or even leaving the house.
What are the symptoms?
If a person with Agoraphobia finds themselves in a stressful situation, they may experience a number of physical symptoms such as rapid heartbeat and breathing (hyperventilating), feeling hot and sweaty, feeling sick/faint and experiencing chest pain.
People with Agoraphobia can also experience cognitive symptoms, many of which are associated with panic attacks. These can include fear that:
- A panic attack will make you look stupid or feel embarrassed in front of other people or that people may stare at you
- A panic attack will be life threatening
- You would be unable to escape from a place or situation if you were to have a panic attack
- You're losing your sanity
- You may lose control in public
- You may tremble and blush in front of people
- People may stare at you
Other psychological symptoms can include feeling you would be unable to function or survive without the help of others, a fear of being left alone in your house (monophobia), or a general feeling of anxiety or dread.
Agoraphobia can also lead to behavioural changes such as an avoidance of situations that could lead to panic attacks (e.g., crowded places, public transport, queues);
- avoiding situations that could lead to panic attacks, such as crowded places, public transport and queues
- being housebound – not being able to leave the house for long periods of time
- needing to be with someone you trust when going anywhere
- avoiding being far away from home
Cause and treatment
There is growing evidence that medical cannabis can be useful for the management of various anxiety-related conditions. If other treatment options have failed to manage the symptoms of Agoraphobia, medical cannabis products can be considered.
Our specialist physicians are experienced in assessing individual cases and helping to determine whether medical cannabis could be an effective option.
Medical Cannabis and Agoraphobia
There is growing evidence that medical cannabis can be useful for the management of various anxiety-related conditions. If other treatment options have failed to manage the symptoms of Agoraphobia, medical cannabis products can be considered.
Our specialist physicians are experienced in assessing individual cases and helping to determine whether medical cannabis could be an effective option.
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Dr Anup Mathew
Lead Psychiatry Specialist
Dr Anup Mathew
Consultant Psychiatrist | Clinical Lecturer
M.D., MA, MSc, BSc (Hons), MRCPsych, FHEADCP, MDCH, DCBH, PGCDM, PGCCE, MAcadMEd
Dr Mathew is a Community Psychiatrist in the NHS responsible for providing medical psychiatric support to a multi-disciplinary Primary Care Mental Health Service across East and North Kent.
Dr Mathew has extensive knowledge of mental health legislation having completed an MA in Medical Ethics and Law. He was appointed by the Ministry of Justice as a Medical Member of the First-tier Tribunal in the Social Entitlement Chamber. Dr Mathew also has a special interest in PTSD and Military Psychiatry having completed an MSc in War and Psychiatry and trained with the Royal Marines Reserve.
Dr Mathew was awarded Membership of the Academy of Medical Educators and Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy following his involvement in medical education which included being a University Lecturer.
As a Member of the Royal College of Psychiatrists Addictions Faculty, Dr Mathew has qualifications and expertise in the management of alcohol and drug misuse, particularly with co-morbid mental health problems. Due to his expertise, Dr Mathew is a Medical Examiner and Health Examiner for the General Medical Council.
Dr Mathew holds a Postgraduate Diploma in Rational Emotive Behavioural Therapy and he is also a qualified Medical Hypnotherapist. He incorporates a holistic approach in treatment that considers how biological, psychological and social factors impact on a person’s life and recovery journey. His work ethic has always been focused on trying to improve the outcomes of people with mental illness.
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Dr Gerard Sinovich
Acute and Chronic Pain Management Consultant
MBBS, FRCA, FFPMRCA
Specialisms: Musculoskeletal pain; neuropathic pain; fibromyalgia; headaches; migraines; chronic neck, upper & lower back, shoulder, hip, knee, ankle pain; myofascial pain; inflammatory and connective tissue disorders; abdominal pain; pelvic pain; post-surgical pain and cancer pain.
Dr Sinovich qualified in anaesthesia and is professionally trained to treat different pain problems, particularly musculoskeletal pain and neuropathic pain. He is well renowned in his field following completion of specialised training in Pain Management at Guy's and St Thomas' Hospital, a world leading hospital in pain research and management.
Dr Sinovich is a pioneer in medical cannabis prescribing to chronic pain patients in the UK. He has extensive experience in prescribing medicinal cannabis over the last 3 years with training undertaken in Canada. He has featured in cannabis health news, BBC news, and in the daily mirror on topics related to medicinal cannabis. He has presented various web-based seminars on medicinal cannabis to both patients and aspiring doctors wanting to enter the field of medicinal cannabis. He is involved in research trials to better understand the use of medicinal cannabis and making it more accessible to individuals with chronic pain.
Here are some interesting facts about Dr Sinovich:
- Granted Foundation Fellowship of the Faculty of Pain Medicine of the Royal College of Anaesthetists (FFPMRCA)
- Medical director of “Panacea Pain Relief Clinic” with consulting rooms at the Spire Clare Park Hospital, Frimley Park Hospital and Spire St Anthony Hospital
- Presented at numerous national anaesthesia and pain medicine conferences
- Member of the British Pain Society and of the European Society for Regional Anaesthesia & Pain Medicine
- Faculty member of the Royal College of Anaesthetists (RCA), the European Society of Anaesthesiology (ESA) and the Association of Anaesthetists (AAGBI)
- Local Pain Medicine Educational Supervisor responsible for teaching of undergraduate medical students in acute and chronic pain
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FAQ’s
Answers to your most important medical cannabis questions.
Can medical cannabis help with symptoms of agoraphobia?
Medical cannabis may help reduce anxiety, panic,and stress responses that contribute to agoraphobia. At Cantourage Clinic, wecarefully assess whether cannabis-based therapy may be suitable for patientsstruggling with agoraphobia when other treatments haven’t been effective.
Is medical cannabis legally available for agoraphobia in the UK?
Yes. In the UK, specialist doctors can legallyprescribe medical cannabis for anxiety-related disorders like agoraphobia,especially when traditional medications or therapies haven’t worked. CantourageClinic provides safe, regulated access to cannabis-based treatments underclinical supervision.
What types of cannabis products are considered for agoraphobia?
CBD-dominant or balanced THC:CBD products aretypically considered for patients with anxiety-driven conditions likeagoraphobia. These may come in oil, capsule, or vaporised form—selectedcarefully to help reduce panic symptoms without triggering sedation orcognitive disruption.
How do I access medical cannabis treatment for agoraphobia at Cantourage Clinic?
It starts with aprivate consultation. Our specialists will assess your symptoms, medicalhistory, and response to previous treatments. If eligible, we’ll create apersonalised treatment plan and guide you through prescription, productselection, and follow-up care.