Feb 12

AATC Offers New Driving Anxiety Treatment with Virtual Reality

AATC is excited to offer a new program for teens and adults with driving anxiety in conjunction with Driven2Drive!

Teens and adults of all ages now have the opportunity to combine Cognitive-Behavioral strategies with virtual and real-life driving instruction (when ready) to build confidence and overcome driving anxiety!

WHAT TO EXPECT:
  1. You will begin with two individual Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) sessions with an expert psychologist who will teach you practical strategies to conquer your driving anxiety. You will learn how to challenge your thinking, calm your nervous system, and gradually build your confidence behind the wheel.
    • More sessions are available if you need additional support.
    • Sessions may be scheduled virtually or in the office.
  2. If you choose, when you are ready, you can practice your skills with the Virtual Reality driving simulator at Driven2Drive in Bala Cynwyd, solo or with a psychologist or driving instructor by your side.
    • ABOUT VR: The Virtual Reality driving simulator allows you to customize and practice routes as a fully immersive experience, with a psychologist or driving instructor by your side.
  3. At your pace, you may then practice in the car with a premier driving school instructor.
    • As you become more comfortable with virtual driving, you may transition to behind-the-wheel driving lessons at D2D with a qualified and experienced driving instructor. This step allows you to apply your new skills on the road in a supportive and encouraging environment.
  • Please note the driving practices (virtual and in car) are optional and not a requirement for sessions with the psychologist.
FEES:

$225 per one-hour session with an experienced licensed psychologist.

  • Depending on your insurance, you may be able to receive some reimbursement from your insurance company for the sessions. (AATC will provide you with an insurance reimbursement statement, (sometimes called a “superbill”) to submit to your insurance if you have out of network benefits from your insurance provider). Contact us if you have questions. 

Please contact D2D directly at 610-664-7400 for fees for VR and behind-the-wheel instruction. 

Please reach out via our Contact Form or directly to Dr. Tamar Runyan [email protected] or (610) 667-6490 ext 13 for more information.Â