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Overcome emetophobia with CBT
Calmena: Validated CBT techniques. Guided journal, progressive exposures, safety behavior reduction. GDPR compliant.
Important: This app does not replace professional medical care. Consult a CBT therapist if needed.
Features
How Calmena helps you
A comprehensive approach based on scientifically validated cognitive behavioral techniques (CBT).
Graduated CBT Exposure
Validated progressive exposure pathway: words → descriptions → images → sounds/videos, with SUDs (0-10) tracking.
Progress Journal
Daily tracking of your anxiety, mood and progress with guided prompts and personalized tags.
Safety Behavior Reduction
Identification and progressive reduction of avoidance behaviors with weekly tracking.
Relaxation Exercises
Heart rate coherence, progressive muscle relaxation, guided breathing and sensory grounding.
Progressive Challenges
Over 35 interoceptive, behavioral and situational challenges to progress at your own pace.
GDPR Privacy
Encrypted data, export and deletion available. Respects your privacy by design.
Scientific approach
Based on CBT research
A proven approach
Protocols validated by CBT professionalsValidated exposure techniques
Protocol based on inhibitory learning and systematic desensitization, validated by research.
Quantified progress tracking
SUDs (Subjective Units of Distress) measurements, progress statistics, complete history.
Motivating gamification
XP system, levels and streak to maintain your daily motivation.
Your journey in 4 steps
Step 1: Initial assessment
Anxiety level quiz, GDPR consents, definition of your personalized goals.
Step 2: Daily journal
Daily tracking of your emotional state, identification of triggers and patterns.
Step 3: Progressive exposures
Graduated exposure exercises 2-3 times per week, from words to more intense stimuli.
Freedom regained!
Tools
Included support tools
All the necessary tools for your journey towards well-being
Guided exposures
4 progressive exposure levels with timer and pre/post SUDs evaluation.
Interoceptive challenges
Exercises for tolerance to bodily sensations (spinning, breathing, abdominal pressure...)
Behavioral challenges
Progressive reduction of food avoidance and safety behaviors.
Situational challenges
Gradually facing feared situations: transportation, public places, hospitals.
Guided relaxations
5-minute heart coherence, progressive muscle relaxation, 5-4-3-2-1 grounding.
Statistics and history
Visualize your progression, SUDs trends and engagement.
Resources and advice
View all posts »Discover our articles on emetophobia, CBT techniques and success stories.
Emetophobia in Children and Adolescents: Recognizing and Supporting Fear of Vomiting
Emetophobia often begins in childhood. This guide helps parents recognize the signs and support their child toward recovery.
Nausea and Anxiety: Understanding the Vicious Cycle of Emetophobia
Anxiety-induced nausea is at the heart of the emetophobia vicious cycle. Understand the scientific mechanisms and learn how to break this cycle.
Interoceptive Exercises for Emetophobia: Practical Guide to Tolerating Body Sensations
Interoceptive exposure is essential in addressing emetophobia. Discover concrete exercises to increase your tolerance for body sensations.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Everything you need to know about Calmena and managing emetophobia.
What is emetophobia?
Emetophobia is the pathological fear of vomiting or seeing someone vomit. It affects about 3% of the population and can be very disabling in daily life.
Does the app replace a therapist?
No, Calmena is a support tool. For severe cases, we recommend follow-up with a qualified CBT professional.
How does graduated exposure work?
Exposure consists of progressively confronting anxiety-provoking stimuli (words, images, sounds) to reduce anxiety through habituation and inhibitory learning.
Is my data secure?
Absolutely. Your data is encrypted and you can export or delete it at any time. We strictly respect GDPR.
How much does the app cost?
Free version to get started. Premium at 19,99€/year for unlimited access to all content.
How quickly do you see results?
Varies depending on individuals. Generally, improvements are observed after 4-8 weeks of regular use.
Ready to start your
journey towards well-being?
Web, Android and iOS apps will be available early 2026. Register your email to be notified at launch.