Calmena: Techniques inspired by CBT. Guided journal, progressive exposures, safety behavior reduction. GDPR compliant.
Features
A comprehensive approach inspired by cognitive behavioral techniques (CBT) recognized by research.
Progressive exposure pathway: words, descriptions, images, sounds/videos, with SUDs (0-10) tracking.
Daily tracking of your anxiety, mood and progress with guided prompts, AI-powered personalized suggestions (Premium) and tags.
Identification and progressive reduction of avoidance behaviors with weekly tracking.
Heart rate coherence, progressive muscle relaxation, guided breathing and sensory grounding.
Over 130 interoceptive, behavioral and situational challenges to progress at your own pace.
Encrypted data, export and deletion available. Respects your privacy by design.
Scientific approach
Protocol inspired by inhibitory learning and systematic desensitization, described in CBT literature.
SUDs (Subjective Units of Distress) measurements, progress statistics, complete history.
XP system, levels and streak to maintain your daily motivation.
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
All the necessary tools for your journey towards well-being
4 progressive exposure levels with timer and pre/post SUDs evaluation.
Exercises for tolerance to bodily sensations (spinning, breathing, abdominal pressure...)
Progressive reduction of food avoidance and safety behaviors.
Gradually facing feared situations: transportation, public places, hospitals.
5-minute heart coherence, progressive muscle relaxation, 5-4-3-2-1 grounding.
Visualize your progression, SUDs trends and engagement.
Discover our articles on emetophobia, CBT techniques and success stories.
A tight throat when swallowing, food cut into tiny pieces, meals that last forever: the fear of choking looks a lot like the fear of vomiting, and the two sometimes stack. Here is how to see clearly.
Discovering you are not alone with this fear changes a lot. But emetophobia communities can also maintain anxiety. Here is how to benefit from peer support without falling into the traps.
Public transport, meetings, restaurants: the fear of vomiting in front of others can turn every outing into an ordeal. Here is why this fear is so powerful, how it feeds itself, and where to start to take back ground.
Nausea that rises with anxiety, sadness or disgust is neither imaginary nor abnormal. Here is why emotions go through the stomach, what these sensations really mean, and how to calm them.
FAQ
Everything you need to know about Calmena and managing 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.
No, Calmena is a support tool. For severe cases, we recommend follow-up with a qualified CBT professional.
Exposure consists of progressively confronting anxiety-provoking stimuli (words, images, sounds) to reduce anxiety through habituation and inhibitory learning.
Absolutely. Your data is encrypted and you can export or delete it at any time. We strictly respect GDPR.
Free version to get started. Premium at 19,99€/year for unlimited access to all content.
Varies depending on individuals. Generally, improvements are observed after 4-8 weeks of regular use.
Calmena is available on Web, Android and iOS. Start for free today.
