The average age of onset of flying phobia is around 25 years—the same age when many have children.
The average age of onset of flying phobia is around 25 years old. This same age usually coincides with having children—this coincidence is one reason we mistakenly associate fear with childbirth.
The second reason is hormonal changes after giving birth. Another reason is fatigue and sleepless nights. Learning to separate "scary" and "dangerous" will help you a lot in your work with fear of flying.
The average age of onset of flying phobia is around 25 years—the same age when many have children.
She panics specifically when flying over water. The reason traces back to a traumatic boat ride.
A woman came to therapy terrified of small airplanes. The real source of her fear had nothing to do with aviation.
He woke from a coma to see 9/11 on TV. That moment created a fear of flying that had nothing to do with planes.
His fear of flying began on a bus when he was 5 years old - trapped, alone, searching for his mom.
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Drawing on 31 years of aviation industry experience and 18 years as a dedicated fear of flying specialist, Alex has helped over 16,000 individuals overcome fear of flying. By blending deep cockpit knowledge with evidence-based modalities like CBT, EMDR, and Somatic Experiencing, Alex provides a comprehensive roadmap for those struggling with aerophobia or specific triggers like takeoff anxiety and turbulence fear. This unique clinical background helps parents navigate post-pregnancy airplane phobia by fostering flight comfort and emotional regulation during every phase of the journey. Whether addressing landing fear or providing expert in-flight support, Alex’s trauma-informed approach offers the practical tools necessary to transform the travel experience.