Channel 4’s fixed-rig cameras turn their unblinking gaze toward the world of extreme phobias. In Amsterdam, a team of Dutch scientists and psychologists work tirelessly to help patients confront their deepest fears, whether it be a fear of fluffy sheep or the dreaded sausage dog. Yes, you read that right – sausage dog. This week’s episode is a menagerie of the unusual.
Eighteen-year-old Miriam tackles her fear of sheep, a phobia stemming from a traumatic encounter with a particularly aggressive ovine. Let’s hope they’ve got an ample supply of fluffy substitutes on hand. Also seeking solace (and hopefully a moth-free environment) is Dave, whose factory job left him with a distinct aversion to winged insects. And returning for a second shot at conquering his sausage dog phobia is Devereaux. Clinician Vivian, determined to get to the root of the problem, must uncover why the initial treatment was a bust. Perhaps Devereaux just encountered a particularly charismatic dachshund.
“The Fear Clinic: Face Your Phobia” provides a fascinating insight into the human psyche and the complexities of fear. The Amsterdam-based clinic offers a unique approach, combining scientific rigor with a healthy dose of Dutch practicality.
“The Fear Clinic: Face Your Phobia” airs Tuesday, February 4, 2025, at 20:00 on Channel 4.
