To treat agoraphobia specific kinds of psychotherapy or meditation can be used. Cognitive-behavioral therapy, which focuses on decreasing negative or anxiety-provoking thoughts has been found highly effective in treating this disorder.
Self exposure is also used for treatment. The person with the disorder either imagines, or puts themselves into situations that cause agoraphobic anxiety. They then use relaxation techniques in each situation to get over their anxiety.
Agoraphobia can also be treated with beta-blocking medications that block the effects of adrenaline on the body.
Both self exposure and psychotherapy can be done over the Internet which is good for people in rural areas.
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