fear of flying program

Our Fear of Flying program is a comprehensive and personalized approach designed to help individuals overcome their anxiety about flying. The program begins with intensive counselling using Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and hypnotherapy, both tailored to address each participant's unique fears. ACT helps individuals accept their anxieties and commit to actions that reduce their impact, while hypnotherapy uses guided relaxation to ease anxiety and build confidence. This therapeutic phase continues for as long as necessary, ensuring that every participant feels fully prepared to take the next steps.

After completing the therapy sessions, participants visit Avia Aviation located at Moorabbin Airport, for an immersive, hands-on experience. This includes a pre-flight walk around with experienced pilots, including a retired 747 Cathay Pacific captain, who explain the rigorous checks and safety measures involved in preparing an aircraft for flight. Participants then enter a flight simulator to experience various in-flight scenarios and address specific fears like turbulence or engine failure in a controlled environment. The program culminates with an optional flight experience in a Cirrus aircraft, which is equipped with a parachute system for additional safety, allowing participants to apply their newfound confidence and skills in a real-world setting.

Therapy Sessions:

• Duration: Therapy is tailored to your needs and continues for as long as required.
• Methods:
  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT): Focuses on helping you accept your fears and develop strategies to manage them effectively.
  • Hypnotherapy: Uses guided relaxation techniques to achieve a heightened state of awareness, helping to reduce and manage your fear of flying.

Visit to Avia Aviation:

• Pilot Interaction (1-1.5 hours): Engage in conversations with experienced pilots, including a retired 747 Cathay Pacific captain. They will explain the comprehensive process of becoming an airline pilot and safety aspects of flying. 
• Pre-Flight Walkthrough (0.5-1 hours):
  • Walkaround: Conduct a detailed inspection of the aircraft with a pilot, learning about all the checks and safety measures performed before every flight.

Simulator Experience (0.5-1 hours):

• Flight Simulation: Step into the flight simulator to experience the sensations and procedures of flying while remaining safely on the ground.
• Scenario Training: Address specific fears such as turbulence, engine failure, and more. Learn how pilots handle these situations to ensure passenger safety.

Flight Experience:

• Cirrus Aircraft Flight: You will have the option to fly in a Cirrus aircraft. This aircraft is equipped with a unique parachute system that can be deployed in an emergency, allowing the plane to gently float back to the ground and ensuring a safe landing.

• Personalized Therapy: Our program is tailored to address your specific fears, providing the most effective support for overcoming your fear of flying.
• Comprehensive Understanding: Gain insights from experienced professionals and understand the extensive safety protocols and procedures involved in flying.
• Realistic Training: Experience real flight scenarios in a safe, controlled environment to build your confidence.
• Enhanced Safety: The Cirrus aircraft’s parachute system adds an extra layer of safety, giving you peace of mind during the flight experience.

Our Fear of Flying program aims to empower you with the knowledge, skills, and confidence needed to conquer your fear of flying, enabling you to travel with ease and assurance.

Beck  (In-person or Online)

• Therapy: $180 per session (the number of sessions is dependent on the individual requirements). 
• Pilot Interaction + Simulator Experience: $189 per hour you can expect this to last between 2-4 hours
• Cirrus Flight Experience: $649 per hour