Need help! Scared of tornados!

[GumtreeLeaf]

Hi, I need help I have a big fear of tornados I have terrible panic attacks and even though I Live in Australia where tornados happen once every like 200 years I still have a giant fear. Do you have any tips that could help me? I a
Have done loads of research on concouring fears but none work. Right now is the worst time because it is turning from spring to summer I need loads of support but I can't have that right now as I am going through tough times. Please help! XX

[CFS56]

I used to have nightmares about tornadoes and was totally freaked out by them.  Think it was from Wizard of oz, I don't know for sure.  But I ended up majoring in meteorology and worked at the severe storms forecast center in Oklahoma...tornado alley.  I have been on numerous tornado chases.  Went from phobic to being completely fascinated by them.  That is one of the main components of getting over a phobia...continued exposure to what you are phobic about.  I'm evidence in my case, it worked. Worth a try.

[Ch0c0lat3]

What about... Doing something to take your mind off it like... Sewing, drawing I don't know

[cmac21]

Have you thought about going to some counseling? or even CBT therapy.