I suffer from the above badly. I have recently recieved psychological help with my needle phobia, but only for 5 weeks, as I went on holiday back in June, and had an accident while I was there, so I stayed on, which meant I missed alot of my appointments.
The 5 weeks with the psychologist were very good, and I was able to look at pictures, and watch videos which I am still a bit uncomfortable with. I also stood and watched my psychologist have a blood test, and I actually managed to have a blood test myself, which I never thought I would be able to do, but after a big panic attack, I plucked the courage up, and had the blood test, but after I fainted and was sick. It was a huge achievement for me.
I am going away a week on Monday for two weeks to Italy, so when I get back I am hoping to see somebody else for help with my phobias, as I still have a long way to go yet.
Love
Clare