Worried or Anxious About Flying?
Chances are you are visiting this site because you, or someone you know, has some reservations about
flying, or you are curious about the topic.
Then you are not alone. In fact, it
is estimated that around 30 percent of
the population, experience some anxiety
about flying, ranging from mild concern
through to avoiding flying altogether.
You can fly more comfortably and confidently
It is possible to overcome your fear of flying and to live a fuller, freer life. So that you can take a flight when you want to go away for a holiday, visit family or friends, or to meet an important work commitment.
Systematic treatment for fear of flying
Using the results of research into fear of flying and our own extensive clinical experience, we have developed the Fly with out Fear program following three basic principles.
Fear of flying has many different causes, so you need a tailored treatment program to deal with your particular concerns
- we need to teach you to develop personal coping skills and new attitudes to overcome your anxiety, as well as de-mystifying the process so you understand how planes fly and what happens when you take a flight
- the program must provide you with opportunities to gradually put into practice these new skills, in situations related to aviation, including taking an accompanied flight
People who complete the program are usually
able to take the practice flights on
the last day. However, our research
and experience shows that it takes
continuing effort to control fear of
flying, and it is important that you
continue to practice the new coping
skills to help you maintain the change
over time. That is why in the Fly with
out Fear program we offer you ongoing
support and assistance during the group,
the practice flights and a follow up group
three months later, with the opportunity
to take another accompanied flight if
needed.
The Fly with out Fear program is a collaboration between Dr Bryan Burke,
senior counselling psychologist specialising in fear of flying, and the Macquarie University Anxiety Research Unit (MUARU) . The program is currently offered in Sydney.
Take the first step to overcome your fear
of flying by joining one of our small group
programs.
Overcome your fear of flying NOW and into the FUTURE
Contact us for further information on fear of flying or the FwoF Program:
If you are interested in participating in a Fly with out fear program in Sydney, or simply want us to contact you with more information and/or to discuss specific questions you might have about your fear of flying, please complete the Enquiries Form. We will contact you as soon as possible.
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