I need to get rid of a fear. Any ideas?

My best friend has this exact same fear. She can't even look at a mascot let alone have it come near her! I looked it up as well a long time ago and there isn't too much you can do except let a mascot come near you. You should get someone you know and trust to dress up as a mascot or so on and to come hug you. It'll get you use to having them around. I hope I helped.