Overcome your fear of flying
Also known as Aerophobia / Aviophobia
A structured, supportive programme to help you feel calmer and more in control when you travel.
If you're anything like my other clients...
- You've cancelled a trip at the last minute, and lost money on it too
- You've made excuses to avoid a work trip, rather than admit how anxious flying makes you feel
- You've missed a wedding or another occasion that mattered, because of how flying made you feel
- You want to give your family shared experiences abroad, but don't feel able to book the flight
- Even once you're away, you're anxious about the flight home before your trip has even started
If flying itself was the problem, everyone on the plane would be panicking. They're not. That's the clue. It's not really the flight, it's your reaction to it, the thoughts and the meaning you attach to what's happening around you. That's not always easy to hear, but it's actually good news, because the flight itself can't change. How you react to it can.
Fear of flying rarely means the same thing for two people. For some, it's turbulence. For others, it's the fear of losing control, of not being able to get off when they want to, or of panicking once the doors close and not being able to do anything about it. Whatever your specific trigger, the first step is understanding it clearly, not fighting it blind. Once we know what's driving your fear, we can start to change it, with a plan built around you and your own timeline, whether your flight is next week or you haven't booked one yet.
The other side of this
- Buckling your seatbelt with a calm stomach, watching the runway go by without bracing for the worst and landing already looking forward to the trip ahead
- Putting your hand up for the work trip, packing your bag without the dread and walking through the departure gate like it's just another Tuesday
- Standing in the crowd at your friend's wedding, dancing at the reception, being there for the moment instead of watching it happen without you
- Watching your kids run onto a beach somewhere hot, building a memory together that wouldn't have happened if you'd stayed home
- Actually being present for the whole holiday, not spending the last few days quietly dreading the flight home before you've even unpacked
What to expect, step by step
Everything happens by video call, at a pace you set.
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A calm, judgement-free first conversation
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A clear, step-by-step approach
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Practical techniques you can use before and during a flight
From people who came for this too
Individual experiences. Results vary from person to person.
Questions people often ask
Is my fear "bad enough" to need help?
This isn't about how dramatic your fear looks from the outside. It's about what it's costing you. If you've cancelled a trip, avoided a wedding, or dreaded a holiday because of how flying makes you feel, that's reason enough. You don't need to wait until it gets worse to ask for support.
What if it doesn't work for me?
There's no single approach that works for everyone, which is why we start with a proper conversation about your specific fear, not a generic script. If I don't think this is the right fit for you, I'll say so honestly in that first call, rather than take you on regardless. Many people find that once the real cause of their fear is understood, the anxiety they've carried for years starts to loosen. How quickly that happens is personal to you.
Am I actually capable of changing this?
It's a fair question and most people ask it before their first session, not after. Fear of flying isn't a character flaw or a sign you're not capable. It's usually a learned response, and learned responses can be worked through. You don't need to feel ready or brave to book that first conversation. You just need to be willing to talk about it.
I've done an airline's fearless flying course before and I'm still anxious. What's different here?
Those courses are genuinely useful for some people. They cover a lot of technical understanding, how a plane actually works, what turbulence means, why it happens and what the pilots and cabin crew are doing at each stage of the flight, alongside a few therapeutic techniques. But for a lot of people, the fear isn't really about the plane itself. It's about the internal emotional reaction and the meaning you're attaching to what's happening around you, regardless of how well you understand the mechanics. That's what I focus on. Once that's addressed, many people find the anxiety around flying starts to loosen, even after doing a technical course already.
How much does this cost?
It depends on your specific plan, since sessions are built around what you need rather than a single fixed package. Prices range from £150 up to £2,500, depending on the scope of your programme. The first conversation is free and there's no obligation to continue afterwards. It's where I work out what you actually need, so you know the real cost for your situation before you spend anything.
How many sessions will I need?
Every plan is personal to you, built around your specific fear and your own timeline, rather than a fixed course everyone works through the same way. Most people find four to six sessions is enough to feel ready to fly with confidence. If you're working to a tight deadline, say a flight that's already booked, I'll do my best to fit you in before then. If not, it's typically one session a week over around four to six weeks.
Do sessions happen online?
Yes, sessions are held online by video call, so you can take part from home.
Helpful reading while you decide
£150 per session. Most people work with me over 4–6 sessions. Your first consultation is free.
Ready to talk about it?
A free, confidential 20-minute video call. You tell me as much or as little as you like, and you decide if it feels right.
- Completely confidential
- No obligation to continue
- Online from wherever you feel safest