Specialist Clinical Psychology & CBT Support in the UK
I’m Elaine Iljon Foreman, a Consultant Chartered Clinical Psychologist based in the UK, specialising in helping adults overcome the fear of flying (aerophobia), phobias and anxiety-related conditions.
Through evidence-based Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), my aim is simple: to help you regain control and truly fly in all aspects of your life.
Tailored Psychological Support
Freedom to Fly™ Programme
Treatment for Anxiety & Specific Phobias
Phobias and anxiety can restrict your life, but they are highly treatable. Using proven CBT techniques, I help individuals overcome:
- Anxiety Disorders: Agoraphobia, Generalised Anxiety Disorder (GAD), panic attacks, Social Anxiety, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), and Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD).
- Specific Phobias: These include Claustrophobia, fear of driving (or of being a passenger), needle phobia, spiders, and vomit phobia (emetophobia)
- Performance & Stress Management: Public speaking, presentations, job interviews, and managing catastrophic thinking.
Specialist Fear of Flying Therapy (Aerophobia)
Understanding Fear of Flying
Up to 33% of people experience anxiety about air travel. At its core, the fear of flying usually stems from worrying about a loss of control—either that something terrible will happen to your body or your mind; alternatively you may fear something terrible happening to the aeroplane. You feel terrified because both possibilities are outside your control.
The Freedom to Fly™ programme uses targeted CBT techniques to address these underlying triggers directly:
- Learn practical tools to manage physical anxiety and panic symptoms.
- Challenge catastrophic thoughts about flight safety and turbulence.
- Reclaim the freedom, joy, and travel opportunities that aeroplane journeys bring.
CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGY & CBT
Expert Clinical Psychology & Evidence-Based CBT
With over 40 years of clinical experience, Elaine Iljon Foreman provides gold-standard psychological treatment.
- NICE-Recommended Care: Cognitive Behavioural Therapy is recommended by the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) as the most effective treatment for anxiety disorders and phobias.
- Trusted by Healthcare Professionals: Elaine’s CBT self-help book has been chosen for the NHS Books on Prescription and the national Reading Well scheme, frequently recommended by GPs and healthcare experts across the UK.
How Elaine can help
Fear of Flying Programme
CBT-based support to help you understand and manage flight anxiety before and during a flight.
Clinical Psychology & CBT
Professional support for anxiety, phobias, panic, claustrophobia and related difficulties.
Courses & Events
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Success Stories
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Books & Publications
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About Elaine
Learn more about Elaine’s clinical background, qualifications, experience and specialist approach.
Elaine Iljon Foreman
Elaine Iljon Foreman BA (Hons), MSc, AFBPsS, is a Clinical Psychologist specialising in the treatment of fear of flying and other anxiety-related problems.
Her highly specialised treatment programme is based on over 40 years of clinical experience, ongoing research and the development of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy.
Elaine’s professional views are regularly sought by TV and radio in recognition of her many years of clinical research into anxieties and phobias.
For course enquiries, clinical psychology enquiries or signed book requests, please get in touch.
NEXT STEPS
Ready to take the next step?
Therapy options are tailored to your needs:
- Fear of Flying:
Available as 1-to-1 private therapy or group courses. - Phobias & Anxiety:
Delivered exclusively through 1-to-1 individual sessions.
Contact Elaine Iljon Foreman Today
Take control of your life and start your journey towards freedom from anxiety.