Amaxophobia is a specific/isolated phobia that’s treatable via personally tailored one-on-one video call sessions. Using a solution-focused approach eliminates the need to find the root cause of your fear to successfully treat it. Therefore, your driving phobia treatment will be non-intrusive and comfortable. The use of hypnosis and Neuro-linguistic programming (NLP) enables me to help you overcome your fear of driving in the quickest and most relaxed manner possible.
Having a phobia is not a conscious choice but rather a condition that is maintained below the awareness. For this reason, the use of hypnosis when treating a driving phobia is a huge advantage to us. When in this natural relaxed state, we have access to the subconscious mind that houses the template that triggers irrational fear. Hypnosis, coupled with other advanced phobia treatment techniques, will ensure we conquer your fear directly below the awareness and at its root. The results can be profound and certainly worth the time and effort. Furthermore, the treatment is empowering as the changes you’ll make are completely natural and personal to you as an individual. Gaining lasting control in this manner will mean you won’t be reliant on ongoing therapy or medication to stay calm when driving.
Phobias are common and a fear of driving is not unusual. Furthermore, the pandemic seems to have exacerbated the symptoms for some. Those suffering from a fear of driving sometimes go to great lengths to avoid getting in a car. For some, it’s only an issue when behind the wheel, whilst for others being a passenger is enough. The triggers are wide-ranging and include motorway driving, driving in unfamiliar places, driving over bridges or simply having to speed up. If you suffer from a fear of driving, you’re certainly not alone.
Physical Symptoms
Breathlessness, dizziness, sweating and nausea are amongst the most common physical panic-related symptoms .
Cognitive Symptoms
Just the thought of driving can result in anxiety for a person suffering from this fear. Depending on the severity of the phobia, the thought processes and feelings associated with having a fear of driving can become draining and certainly impact day-to-day life. Common psychological symptoms include:
Fear of losing control whilst behind the wheel
Excessive vigilance of other road users and catastrophising events
Feelings of helplessness from having to rely on others to drive or utilising other means of transport
Behavioural Symptoms
A person with amaxophobia will go to great lengths to limit activities and avoid situations that may mean they have to drive or be a passenger. This may bring some relief, but psychologically, excessive avoidance routines only reinforce the phobia itself. Some common behavioural symptoms include:
Excessive planning before setting off
Taking longer routes to avoid things of concern
Declining opportunities because they involve more driving or driving in uncomfortable situations.
Specialist support
When helping my clients, I’m able to draw on years of experience in treating phobias. This ensures you receive therapy that is efficient, safe and effective. Our sessions together will be highly informative, interesting and professional. You’ll gain a complete understanding of what drives irrational fear and, more importantly, how to eliminate it quickly and comfortably.
For isolated phobias, like your fear of driving, the treatment is completed in 3 sessions
Relieve excessive anxiety when thinking of driving
Retain rational control when having to drive
Overcome your fear naturally without the use of medication
Who’s the treatment for?
Being delivered via video call makes the therapy an extremely convenient way to get your phobia treated without the need to travel or search for a specialist in your area. The treatment is constructed to help anyone:
That avoids situations or activities due to their fear of driving
That worries excessively about being in a car or having to drive
That invariably panics when behind the wheel or as a passenger
That has tried to overcome their fear of driving (including through therapy) but still suffers from the fear
That wants to overcome their fear of driving ina relaxed manner and build their confidence to drive succsessfuly
What to expect
I’m passionate about helping my clients overcome their fears. As long as you’re motivated and determined, you can rely on my expertise and enthusiasm to guide things forward for you.
Learn all about the psychology that drives irrational fear and how it’s treatable
Experience relief quickly as our first session together progresses
Receive completely tailored and personally empowering treatment
You’ll be provided with an excellent support pack that includes audio as well as useful exercises and guides. These tools can be doubled up to help in other areas of your life too!
Booking Calender
Having a fear of driving can really get in the way of life. If your fear of driving prevents you from traveling or taking opportunities, there’s good news – an irrational fear of driving is treatable! The Phobia Specialist provides a comfortable way to conquer amaxophobia from the comfort of your home
Quick, simple, and stress-free booking. Check Filipe’s live availability and book your one-to-one session instantly. Your confirmation and meeting invite will arrive in your inbox within a minute.
Filipe receives high praise for his expertise in guiding individuals through phobia treatment. Clients frequently highlight his kindness, patience, and effective techniques in addressing both isolated and more complex phobias. Many describe life‑changing results, renewed freedom, and consistently recommend his empathetic and professional approach.
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30-min to meet and discuss your needs
Free expert advice and a clear path forward
Personalised treatment overview
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15% Reduced Rate£315£268
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How much could you save?
Private CBT for isolated phobias commonly runs 8–12 sessions. This focused programme starts with a free consultation and a 3-session programme (£268).
Typical CBT for isolated phobias
£600–£900
8–12 sessions + assessment
Potential saving with this programme
£300–£600
Results vary by person and phobia type. The free consultation helps you decide what’s best.
Phobia Treatment Programme: three sessions (60–90 minutes each), should you choose to proceed following your free consultation.
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£315 for the programme (3x one-to-one sessions) if you choose to proceed following your free consultation.
Step 2 – Treatment
£315 for the programme (3 one-to-one online sessions (60–90 minutes each) if you choose to proceed
3 one-to-one online sessions (60–90 minutes each)
Structured, tailored support
Relaxed, solution-based sessions
Specialist treatment mirroring in‑person care
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More complex or multiple phobias may require additional sessions, which will be discussed during the free initial consultation.
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Filipe, known as The Phobia Specialist, receives high praise for his expertise in guiding individuals through therapy sessions to overcome various phobias. Clients commend his kindness, patience, and effective techniques in addressing fears such as heights, needles, driving, vomit, flying, dogs, spiders, public speaking and more. Many express life-changing results, newfound freedom, and gratitude for Filipe’s empathetic and effective approach. The positive impact on diverse phobias, from dental visits to job interviews, underscores Filipe’s versatile and successful phobia treatment. Clients consistently recommend his services, emphasising the profound transformations achieved through the sessions.
Latest Reviews
Fran J.
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5/5
Filipe, thank you so much for restoring my faith in myself and for guiding me in a such helpful, positive and constructive way. Your support and calm and reassuring approach has made such a tremendous difference to my life and how I will continue to approach things going forwards. To be able cast away the fear that was constantly looming so heavily over me has enabled me to relax and focus on enjoying what life has to offer, no longer feeling con... Show More
strained and restricted. I am truly excited about exploring what I can achieve in the future that I never before believed would be possible. Thank you so very much. Show Less
I started this course feeling that my phobia was just something I was born with and would never be able to overcome. After only the first session my anxiety towards it had become manageable and a subject I can actually begin to talk about. The course has given me the tools I need to work to control my phobia and regain control over my fear. Huge thank you to Filipe I cannot recommend him highly enough.
Really glad to have worked with Filipe. I started to notice small, incremental changes quite soon after our first session and since finishing them I’ve definitely noticed a difference in how my phobia impacts my life (far far less than before). Highly recommend.
I have been suffering for a few years with a very specific fear that has been quite debilitating. In just one session I immediately saw improvement in my anxiety levels and self control- and by the end of the three sessions I was completely fear free and able to relax entirely. I am highly satisfied with the treatment and would recommend it to anyone with phobias and anxiety issues.
Thank you Filippe. I feel much more confident now about being in situations that would have previously triggered my phobia. I am much more positive now and better able to embrace change. I don't feel the need to avoid certain situations anymore. Even if I still feel anxiety at times, I know it's nothing to be afraid of anymore and it won't balloon into full blown panic.
I came to Filipe for treatment for emetophobia which had started to affect me badly in the last year. I've been to many talking therapists throughout my life and felt a bit burnt out from it all, so I went into this with a sceptical mindset. I was pleasantly surprised, however. I found the sessions informative, engaging and relaxing. Since completing the sessions, I have noticed that when the thought I might be getting sick pops into my head, I d... Show More
on't panic and the world doesn't feel like it's falling apart like it used to. I can move past the initial anxiety and carry on with life. Show Less
I really loved my sessions with Filipe. He was very patient and didn’t think my phobia was silly at all (even at times when I did) he was very understanding and really made me feel like he had a lot of time for me. It’s nice when you feel like someone genuinely really wants to help you. The tactics he gave me along with the science based facts about the brain and the subconscious, really made me think a different way. I feel so much more relaxed... Show More
. Spiders won’t be my best friend any time soon but at least I can love living again without fear. Thank you! P.s. I even managed to ignore one in my house a week after my first session - that’s results! Show Less
Filipe was great to work with…I really was very skeptical…it seemed to good to be true.
But a phobia I have had for most of my life has gone in 3 sessions! It’s very straightforward and not a painful process at all. He is passionate about what he does and it shows, he clearly knows his area of expertise well and is a great therapist.
I can’t recommend him enough.
I finally feel like I can breathe again. This treatment is so clever, it’s great to understand the way your brain works and overall that you have control of it. As someone who’s never experienced therapy before I had no idea what to expect, but Filipe made me feel instantly comfortable within seconds of our first consultation. For just 3 sessions it was really effective and informative, I felt as if Filipe was invested in my personal journey, he ... Show More
was always very responsive and reassuring.
I have just had my first experience with a big spider since treatment and whilst I still find them unpleasant, I’m now aware that this is very common and the goal was never to love them- but to be able to cope and rationalise in what used to be an extremely triggering situation. I realised that I was putting a lot of pressure on myself previously to catch it in a glass, so instead I just hoovered it up, this time I felt as if I had an opportunity to think and logically create a comfortable solution.
The main differences I’ve noticed since completing the course are:
•I don’t feel the need to constantly check the around me for spiders
•The word itself and the idea of them doesn’t send me into panic mode unnecessarily
•I feel comfortable to go about my day after seeing one because it doesn’t play on my mind
And most of all my general anxiety has subsided which is a huge bonus. I feel much calmer and all of these changes are happening so naturally, my friends/family have picked up on it before I have. I couldn’t recommend Filipe enough- thank you for all your help! Show Less
I've recently completed a course of therapy with Filipe in order to cure my arachnophobia.
From the initial conversation, all the way through to the final session, Filipe made me feel completely at ease, he explained everything in great detail, and guided me through every step of the process. I'm an extremely anxious and awkward person, but I honestly felt comfortable from minute one.
I won't deny that I was sceptical before starting, and I ge... Show More
nuinely didn't think that this would work for me, but thought "well, it won't hurt ". After my second session I encountered a spider, I initially jumped (like I always used to do), but rather than fleeing, or panicking, or getting stressed, I literally just said to myself "it's completely fine" and then proceeded to deal with the spider with ease and get on with my day.
I'm yet to encounter a really large spider (which is mainly my issue), so I'm not yet sure how I'll deal with that, but I am feeling incredibly confident. Obviously I can't say that it will 100% work for anyone else, but it seemingly has worked wonders for me, and I would recommend it to anybody who is struggling.
Filipe has not only helped with my arachnophobia, but he's also provided me with the tools to boost my confidence and help with my anxiety in general. Show Less
The treatment from Filipe has helped me to overcome my fear of driving, particularly on motorways, and has boosted by confidence in other areas too (an unexpected consequence!).
If you've got a fear of something that's spoiling your enjoyment of life book an appointment now - you won't regret it!
I was not in a good place. I have had a phobia of heights as far back as I can remember and avoided going to places where I would be high. However now my anxiety levels became even worse by effecting my driving on motorways becoming anxious and having to stop often.
After one session with Filipe and listening to audio book my driving has got back to normal and no longer feel anxious about driving on motorway. After further sessions & therapy can now go up mountains to the top and enjoy the view and being in control.
Amazing work thank you so much. Really appreciate the help and support
Claire H.
I realised I had a problem with house spiders when I would freeze, sob and effectively ask strangers to come into my house to remove them. If there was one in the bathroom, I had to barricade it and go without until someone could come (despite having a second bathroom, however I wouldn't go in it incase of spiders). It was really starting to get in the way of my daily life, especially now it is autumn and 'spider season'. I'd find my mind being consumed with worry about coming to home to one. I knew it was really bad when one was on my stairs and I genuinely considered going out the window.
I really enjoyed the sessions and found them informative, relaxing and so helpful. Filipe was so supportive, thorough and helped me recognise and celebrate my successes. I never thought I'd be able to live a life without extreme fear of spiders and be able to be free of the worry about coming home to them. After my sessions finished, I have actually faced a house spider twice and was able to catch it in a glass on both occasions. The work Filipe did with me made it so I could actually rationally think and take the steps to remove it myself and I am really proud. I'm really pleased I invested the money into Felipe's service and would recommend anyone with a phobia to give it a try. I don't love spiders, but I am able to think straight and take steps to remove it. I feel so much more free and independent and feel like I could deal with a larger one if I had to.
Filipe, thank you so much for restoring my faith in myself and for guiding me in a such helpful, positive and constructive way. Your support and calm and reassuring approach has made such a tremendous difference to my life and how I will continue to approach things going forwards. To be able cast away the fear that was constantly looming so heavily over me has enabled me to relax and focus on enjoying what life has to offer, no longer feeling constrained and restricted. I am truly excited about exploring what I can achieve in the future that I never before believed would be possible. Thank you so very much.
I started this course feeling that my phobia was just something I was born with and would never be able to overcome. After only the first session my anxiety towards it had become manageable and a subject I can actually begin to talk about. The course has given me the tools I need to work to control my phobia and regain control over my fear. Huge thank you to Filipe I cannot recommend him highly enough.
Really glad to have worked with Filipe. I started to notice small, incremental changes quite soon after our first session and since finishing them I’ve definitely noticed a difference in how my phobia impacts my life (far far less than before). Highly recommend.
I have been suffering for a few years with a very specific fear that has been quite debilitating. In just one session I immediately saw improvement in my anxiety levels and self control- and by the end of the three sessions I was completely fear free and able to relax entirely. I am highly satisfied with the treatment and would recommend it to anyone with phobias and anxiety issues.
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Filipe, thank you so much for restoring my faith in myself and for guiding me in a such helpful, positive and constructive way. Your support and calm and reassuring approach has made such a tremendous difference to my life and how I will continue to approach things going forwards. To be able cast away the fear that was constantly looming so heavily over me has enabled me to relax and focus on enjoying what life has to offer, no longer feeling constrained and restricted. I am truly excited about exploring what I can achieve in the future that I never before believed would be possible. Thank you so very much.
I started this course feeling that my phobia was just something I was born with and would never be able to overcome. After only the first session my anxiety towards it had become manageable and a subject I can actually begin to talk about. The course has given me the tools I need to work to control my phobia and regain control over my fear. Huge thank you to Filipe I cannot recommend him highly enough.
Really glad to have worked with Filipe. I started to notice small, incremental changes quite soon after our first session and since finishing them I’ve definitely noticed a difference in how my phobia impacts my life (far far less than before). Highly recommend.
I have been suffering for a few years with a very specific fear that has been quite debilitating. In just one session I immediately saw improvement in my anxiety levels and self control- and by the end of the three sessions I was completely fear free and able to relax entirely. I am highly satisfied with the treatment and would recommend it to anyone with phobias and anxiety issues.