A BETTER WAY
Do you dread traditional driving lessons? A better way does exist. I specialise in empowering drivers who have previously given up learning to drive, are neurodiverse, extremely anxious or experience panic attacks to feel comfortable and confident. I also train absolute beginner learner drivers.
Driving anxiety and panic attacks can be reversed, managed and overcome. Learn more here.
I'm currently accepting new clients, however short-term availability is very limited.
I teach effective anxiety minimisation techniques for all situations including suburban or city driving, motorways, tunnels, bridges and driving tests, with infinite patience. Students typically make rapid progress in just 1-3 lessons.
Learn with empathy, much faster than traditional lessons, and far more efficiently. I'm Todd, and I specialise in extreme anxiety and neurodiversity-focussed driver training in Sydney and occasionally Melbourne. After specialising in Melbourne for many years I recently moved back to my hometown of Sydney in 2024 for the lifestyle, harbour and of course the spectacular weather!
MINIMISE DRIVING PANIC
Do you experience panic attacks, avoid driving, drive slowly, stay in the left lane only, avoid lane changes, avoid bridges tunnels or freeways, or feel constantly pressured or unsure of yourself? There are very specific reasons for these safety-seeking behaviours which often go unseen.
Unlike traditional rigid and mechanical driving lessons, my focus is to help you understand, manage and overcome the limitations and debilitating anxiety caused by these fundamental, but often unseen factors.
You'll learn how to gain confidence rapidly using specialist techniques to shift your focus and minimise self-pressure so you don't feel overwhelmed anymore, making driving feel so much easier and in a considerably shorter timeframe compared to traditional driving lessons. These methods are critical for comfortable, stress-free driving with ADHD, OCD, autism, extreme anxiety, panic attacks, and previous road trauma experiences.
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what students say
“The idea of learning to drive was so daunting for me, but after just two lessons so far with Todd, I'm already feeling so much better about driving, to the point where I'm genuinely looking forward to the next lesson! Todd is incredibly patient, level-headed, experienced and knowledgeable, and the wisdom and tips he shares are already proving themselves invaluable on the road. I consider myself very fortunate to have found Todd as a driving instructor and highly recommend Surry Hills Driver Training to anyone learning to drive!” - Olivia.