Amaxophobia or Driving Anxiety is being a nervous driver or not being able to drive due to overwhelming driving anxiety and can really cause problems of feeling stuck and embarrassed, both socially and at work. Holding a driving licence is now considered essential, especially where public transport isn't available or practical. There are many reasons why someone gets anxious in a car or other vehicles. Be assured that you are not alone and being a nervous driver or having driving anxiety is more common than you may think.

Learning to drive is a difficult skill to master and affects many people creating nervousness and anxiety. Then you have the tests to take too. Many crumble under the pressure of trying to pass and often fail at the crucial moment. This causes upset and a spiral down in confidence. Having the right driving instructor is very important, but your own mindset and confidence is important too. This is where I can help you.

You may have had a traumatic experience that stops you getting back into a vehicle, or just the thought of driving a certain journey may create anxiety. Many people now experience Motorway Anxiety Disorder due to a traumatic or negative experience. Being a nervous driver is very common.