Fear of flying affects millions of people and can limit both personal and professional opportunities. For some, anxiety appears weeks before a flight, while others experience panic during take-off, turbulence, or even booking tickets. With long and short-haul travel more popular than ever, many people are recognising how disruptive flight anxiety can be and are actively seeking effective solutions.
At Bridges Therapy Centre, we offer specialist fear of flying therapy to help individuals travel with greater confidence and calm.
Understanding Fear of Flying
Fear of flying, also known as aviophobia, is often rooted in anxiety rather than a fear of flying itself. Common triggers include a lack of control, fear of turbulence, claustrophobia, or catastrophic thinking about safety. For many people, the fear develops suddenly after a stressful life event, media coverage of air accidents, or a previous uncomfortable flight.
How Fear of Flying Impacts Daily Life
Flight anxiety can lead to avoidance of travel altogether, causing missed holidays, work opportunities, or important family events. Some people push through the fear but experience intense physical symptoms such as a racing heart, nausea, sweating, or panic attacks. Over time, this pattern reinforces anxiety and reduces confidence.
How Virtual Reality Therapy Can Help
Virtual reality therapy offers a highly effective approach to treating fear of flying by simulating flight experiences in a safe, controlled environment. With VR exposure therapy, clients can gradually face their anxiety triggers, from airport procedures to take-off and turbulence, without leaving the room. This exposure helps the brain learn that flying is safe, while our therapists provide guidance, coping strategies, and reassurance throughout the process. VR therapy allows individuals to build confidence gradually and reduces anxiety before real-life flights.
Enquire About Fear of Flying Therapy
Fear of flying is highly treatable, and many people experience significant improvement in just a short period of time. With the right therapeutic support, it’s possible to regain control and enjoy travel again.
Here at Bridges, our experienced therapists provide personalised fear of flying therapy, helping clients overcome anxiety and feel more at ease before and during flights. If flying anxiety is holding you back, contact us today on 02080884818, or email us at info@bridgestherapycentre.com.
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