Hello, years back i was diagnosed dissociative disorder, about which i would gladly say that i am completely recovered from it. But some phobias ( esp. herpeto phobia ) came at the time of that disorder and somewhere they still remain. Intensity has decreased, but still i feel anxious, become shaky, heavy breathing and sometimes start crying just by being encountered by lizards. Previously, i couldn't even look at pictures of lizards, snakes, python and crocodiles/ alligators but with the course of time, i have given alot of efforts to reduce them. Tried to understand from their point of view ( empathized), providing exposure to myself, and few weeks back i touched snakes 2 of them were cobra. Even with lizards i have tried being fine with them, reducing my proximity as well. But some times this irrational fear triggers back. I don't know why, don't know if it's a part of the process of coming out of this phobia or not. I am trapped in my own mind. Who can help me? please guide.