Name: Amanda K. Wolfe
City, State: Houston, TX
Occupation: Graphic designer
Age: 32

It was some sort of providence that I ran across this program after doing a web search, because I’d done the same search before and only found programs running $1,000 or more. I was at my wit’s end, after being completely unable to drive 0.4 miles home, having a massive panic attack and calling my mom in Toledo, Ohio – as if she could do anything! My cell phone died, I got myself home at about 3 mph, praying my heart out the whole way, and when I walked inside, I said “I don’t want to do this anymore,” and did the online search. That ended up being an important day for me.

Before the program, life was horrible. I lost the freedom that I’ve always treasured in life, and felt like a freak, a burden, a mental case. After I mustered enough old-fashioned bravery to move across the country, I was still completely homebound and unable to take advantage of the great new city I’d moved to or the jobs it had. So, it really negatively affected all aspects of my life.

While the situations that brought my anxiety varied a bit from day to day, the symptoms were certainly distinct – dizziness, tunnel vision, massive nausea, shaking so badly I could barely keep my foot on either the brake or the accelerator. I’d feel like I had no control over the car and would try hard not to hyperventilate. Usually, a bridge, a left turn lane, or any other place where I couldn’t “escape” would set me off. I sometimes actually felt like I was going to fall off the face of the earth or, at best, drive off of the road. There was actually one time when I had to stop my car in the road, curl up into a ball and call my someone to come pick me up. I felt like a complete failure.

When I began the program, I started seeing results the first day I did the exercises, because I really committed to them. I was a bit spotty with it at first, since I was coming from such a negative place and I was so convinced nothing was going to work. But once I started to admit that I felt differently after doing the exercises, I was forced to stick with it. It’s a tough road (no pun intended!), but I am willing to admit now that what seemed so tough at first is nothing compared to the difficulty of being unable to drive without panic, and living with the embarrassment of having to avoid doing the things I want to do.

Before starting the Driving Fear program, I had tried a ton of other things to overcome the fear, you name it, I tried it. Books, years of therapy (at a huge cost, no less), medications, EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), and just plain not driving! Obviously, none had any lasting success. The Driving Fear program was so much different because it not only incorporated the cognitive behavioral therapy I’d sought for so long, but also tailored that therapy specifically to driving. Unlike other therapies, this one was developed by someone who really knows this fear, and feeling like the person helping you actually understands makes an enormous difference.

I’ve just recently realized that the program has probably done just as much – if not more – for my general anxiety as for my driving anxiety. By staring my driving fears in the face and getting to the core of them, I’m learning to process my other anxieties differently. The “red sock” practice helps me in so many situations… I was probably about 80% agoraphobic before, and now I feel so much more in control. Almost every time I start to panic, I can quickly put a face on my anxiety, so to speak – that turns it into normal apprehension, something I can feel comfortable with, and find a solution to. Instead of thinking “What’s wrong with me? I must be sick or dying!” I think, “I’m feeling nervous about (insert thing here). Here’s how I can feel better.” I pay more attention to what affects both my mind and body to produce anxious symptoms, so they won’t surprise me as much. And, I express myself more readily and honestly, rather than bottling things up.

I would recommend the program one thousand percent. I don’t know if many people realize how valuable it is to overcome this fear. It’s not like some other phobias, where avoidance is an acceptable option. What’s more, I’ll bet most people are like me, and anxiety doesn’t only crop up while driving; this program ends up helping its students to tackle ALL of their anxiety, with personal support along the way. There’s no pandering, no hocus-pocus, nothing but good solid tools with which to build your new mind. It is absolutely a life-changing experience.

Name: Ryan Ingrassia
City, State: Woodbury, New York
Occupation: Full time student – C.W. Post
Age: 21

I found the Driving Fear program online after I decided it was time to break the chains holding me in place. I had recently lost a lot of weight and it was now time to conquer my next obstacle, my fear of driving. I knew if I was to overcome this challenge I would need some help. That’s where the Driving Fear Program came into play.

Prior to the program I lived my life in a cloud of depression and sadness. I felt inadequate because I let the fear control me and I didn’t khow how to break its grip. I was always bitter and never truly happy. I’ve always had big dreams and I felt that achieving them would be impossible because I couldn’t drive.

Prior to the program, just sitting in the driver’s seat brought on panic and as soon as I started to drive, even slowly, I would start to shake. Irrational thoughts and images of me losing control of the car and being involved in an accident always played through my mind when I was driving or even just thinking of driving.

Right after I downloaded the program I read it and reread it a few times. Just reading through the program I felt more comfortable because I knew what was happening and that I now had the tools necessary to conquer the fear. After every lesson my comfort level and confidence would increase.

I had read a number of self-help books about phobias and I’ve read a ton of articles, but I’ve found most of the information to be generic or just plain useless. Finding information specific to the driving fear condition was next to impossible. There are a few websites out there that advertise such a claim, but most seem like a get rich quick scheme created to prey on the helpless. When I found the Driving Fear Program I knew that the cure was within reach. After reading a few testimonials and Rich’s personal letter I felt an overwhelming sensation of hope. In all my searching someone finally understood what I was going through. I was no longer alone.

My entire family as well as some peers in school noticed a huge change in me once I began the program. My attitude changed from one of bitterness and depression to one of happiness and optimism. A friend of mine asked me why I’m always so happy. I just smiled, if only he knew what I’ve been through. I think because of my fear of driving I am a much stronger person today, and I can’t wait to see where life takes me next.

I would highly recommend the Driving Fear Program to anyone with a fear of driving. If a person is truly motivated and wants to conquer their fear bad enough, then with the help of the Driving Fear program they can do it. The price you pay for the Driving Fear program is truly minuscule compared to what you’re receiving, control of your life. If that’s not bang for your buck I don’t know what is. Every passing minute is another chance to turn it all around.

I have to admit, I was skeptical at first. I had been suffering with terrible driving anxiety for a year and a half before I tried the Driving Fear Program. I did not think anything would help, because I had tried so many other things but it just got worse. When I decided to sit down and read the Driving Fear Program, and I started using the techniques that Rich teaches, I started to see some improvement right away. If you simply work through each chapter one by one, you are sure to conquer your fear faster than you could realize.

Jeffrey Holmes
Elk Grove, CA

I wanted to thank you for the wonderful program that you created, after purchasing the program, I finally started driving after almost ten years of "hitching a ride."  If it wasn't for your book I probably would still be getting rides from my family members or confined to my house.  Thank you!!!

Jane Kim
New Jersey

The other day I had the choice to take the freeway back home or city streets and I chose the freeway almost without thinking about it! It was bumper to bumper traffic and guess what? I felt NOTHING and did it with no problem.

Pam Hilde
Antioch, California

"I just read this eBook and all I can say is "WOW"."  This program is extremely simple to use and Rich has developed some effective strategies to relieve anxiety and fear.  If those are the areas that are holding you back from a healthy lifestyle---then this book is for you."

Ted Marlett, MSW
Spokane, WA

"The Driving Fear program is a fantastic resource to support people who experience fear and anxiety while driving. Anxiety affects so many people so I'm always very happy to find a resource which I can confidently refer my clients to. It provides a step by step, practical method which anyone can use."

Karen Field, Anxiety Management Coach
breakfreefromanxiety.co.uk

Before the program I would make excuses why I couldn’t go places and it began to affect my work, where I have to drive quite often. I would get sweaty hands, a racing heart, hot flashes, overall nervousness, and panic to the point where I’d have to pull over. Now I’m over the panic attacks! The program has really helped me and I feel a lot calmer now, I don’t make excuses and can drive almost anywhere. I would totally recommend the program.

Cathy Parrish
Lake Mills, WI

“The scope of this book was much larger than I thought. The section starting towards the bottom of page 65 really forced me to acknowledge things in my own life that I must change if I wanted to overcome my fears. I want to thank you for your program as it has helped it ways I'm sure I still can't measure.”

Rick Stratton
Los Angeles, CA  

"I've recommended this program to some of my friends (who are equally pleased), and we just can't say enough good things about it. I'm sure you've been told this before, but this is a wonderful thing you're doing for people like me who have been at our wit's end for so long after trying everything."

Amanda Wolfe
Houston, TX

“Yesterday I tackled a big bridge near my home and to tell you the truth, there was very little anxiety when doing so.  It feels good knowing I have the tools to stop or slow down and anxiety attack."

Theresea Lane
Denver, CO

“I never stopped driving, I just did it with sweaty palms, a racing heart, frustration, and anxiety.  After going through the program, driving is just more comfortable.  I can finally relax.  Thanks for putting a system like this together, it's really made a difference. I wish I would have found it sooner.”

Nick Palamoni
Henderson, NV

I’ve only been using the program for 10 days, but wanted to share something with you.  I almost always avoid the highway, but recently got back on, thinking it would be the ultimate nightmare, but it turns out it wasn’t!  The anxious thoughts I used to have just weren’t there and I was able to concentrate just on driving.  It was a liberating step forward – thank you!

Nicola Kownatzkyt
Denmark

After 4 days I’m finding the program extremely helpful and in fact drove on a stretch of interstate I’d avoided for over a year just yesterday!

Jane Holmberg
Minnesota

“I’ve been trying to overcome my fear of driving for years.  I bought the Driving Fear program out of desperation, but after reading it and doing the exercises, now I have the tools to finally overcome the fear.”

Clarissa Scroggins
Fort Worth, TX

Since I started your program I have really begun to notice differences in my confidence level.  Learning to recognize the body symptoms and know they are just anxiety are key to me so far.  Little by little day by day I am getting better and I have your program to thank for that.  Thanks again,

Laura Scaletti
Ashburn, Virginia

I am so glad that I met someone that has finally understood that driving anxiety is real and quite debilitating.  You have me set on a course where I am resetting my whole view on life and refocusing all the psychological, emotional and physical energy in a positive and empowering way. You are a very generous soul, Rich and both my wife and I thank you so much for believing in the human potential to heal and to grow.

Jean-Claude Bergeron
California

After less than two weeks on the program I have been able to drive to work straight through without any pit stops to relax. My dreadful 1 hour drive is now 30 to 35 minutes tops. I will definitely recommend this program to anyone and everyone that is battling their fear!!

Jay Rojas
New York

“I was so happy to read through your program and see so many excellent techniques to overcome anxiety and fear.  I encourage anyone suffering from a fear of driving to take advantage of what your program has to offer.  I am also very impressed with your personal dedication to helping others."

Neil Sideman
www.paniccure.com

After starting your program, I did the most unbelievable and unattainable thing to me, passed my road test and got my driver’s license! I can drive in the rain, on busy roads, and now I can take my son to his class. Now whenever I sit in my car and the wheels start rolling a feel a sense of elation. Thanks Rich, this program definitely helped me.

Sharmila Marella
Tennessee

Your program has started to work wonders for me. Thank you so much!

Sue DeAngelo
Salt Lake City, Utah

I had avoided highways for over 10 years...the program is a blessing, truly a miracle. I highly recommend it.

Jeanine Woodard
Austin, TX

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Eileen didn't drive for 42 years! Listen to her inspirational story.

"Dear Rich - having completed your program I just wanted to let you know how this has transformed my life. My fear of driving has meant that I have avoided it for 42 years. Now having completed the program I look forward to my lessons and my practice - that awful knot in my stomach has gone! I will be sitting my test in the next couple of months and I cannot believe I will soon be a fully qualified driver! I will let you know when I pass my test. In the meantime, may I express my thanks to you for this wonderful program - as my friends and family say 'if it can help Eileen, it can help anyone'! Once again, my sincere thanks."

Elileen McNulty
Ireland

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