The Driving Therapist Limited

Driving instructor in Manningtree.

I founded The Driving Therapist after realising that driving is as much about mindset as it is about technique. My journey began in 2004, when I left a career as a Fleet Manager to retrain as an Approved Driving Instructor (ADI). After training with the Instructor College in Brentwood and working as a trainee in Colchester, I launched my first independent school, A-DRIVE, in 2005 Before becoming an instructor, I served in the Royal Military Police - including a posting in Bosnia - where I managed vehicle operations and witnessed first-hand how stress and fear affect human behaviour. Later, I worked on London’s Congestion Charging Zone project and managed large vehicle fleets for the Fire Service and the Royal Household. Each of these roles deepened my understanding of road safety, discipline, and responsibility.

Lesson options: Manual.

  • Manual lessons from £50.00/hour

Covers test centres: Colchester, Ipswich and Clacton-on-Sea.

Rated 5 out of 5 from 5 reviews.

Reviews for The Driving Therapist Limited

He is kind, patient, encouraging and he really motivated me to get that pass!

Rating: 5 out of 5, by Admin

Mark is amazing! He helped me deal with my driving anxiety and pass first time! He is kind, patient, encouraging and he really motivated me to get that pass! I felt completely comfortable driving with him from the very first lesson. I couldn’t recommend him enough! I felt confident and well prepared with all the information and knowledge I needed for the test. I feel quite sad that lessons are over with him as I enjoyed every one! He really knows how to make me laugh!

Mark is an excellent instructor

Rating: 5 out of 5, by Admin

Mark is an excellent instructor. I couldn’t have passed my driving test without him. After two previous instructors left me feeling anxious and incapable, I approached Mark, who was kind, patient, and genuinely encouraging. He’s honest, organized, and truly dedicated to helping his students succeed. I highly recommend him.

Highly recommended

Rating: 5 out of 5, by Admin

k helped me pass first time after putting off learning to drive for years. I had a bad experience with another instructor in my early twenties which made me give up learning for about 6 years. I then found Mark who was patient with my driving anxiety and helped me to build my confidence at my own pace. Two months into solo driving now and I'm loving it. Thank you Mark.

I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Mark to anyone

Rating: 5 out of 5, by Admin

I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Mark to anyone nervous about driving or facing additional difficulties. He is really good at explaining things, tailoring lessons/explanations to you and knowing what you're capable of. He is also just a kind, patient person who genuinely cares, as well as a great instructor. I never imagined myself being a driver but I passed first time with him 😀 Thank you Mark!

amazing instructor.

Rating: 5 out of 5, by Admin

Mark is an amazing instructor. He is patient, kind, and understanding of all the sorts of emotions people feel as learner drivers. I chose Mark due to my anxiety over driving, I never thought I would be able to drive at all but he stayed committed to me. He never felt pushy and let me take control of my lessons which I think is very important for growing confidence. He didn't make me feel ashamed for needing extra time going over the same things like I had experienced previously. I am now a qualified driver thanks to Mark and I definitely couldn't have done it without him! The difference in my attitude to driving is all thanks to him. Highly recommend Mark, especially if you are extra anxious and need a bit of extra support.


The Driving Therapist Limited

The Driving Therapist Limited  - driving instructor in Manningtree,
5,05
5 reviews
LOCATION
Manningtree,
OPENED TODAY
08:00 - 18:00

TRANSMISSION

Manual

£50.00

/hour

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Availability

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Monday
08:00 - 18:00 Manual
Tuesday
08:00 - 18:00 Manual
Wednesday
08:00 - 18:00 Manual
Thursday
08:00 - 18:00 Manual
Friday
08:00 - 18:00 Manual
Saturday
08:00 - 18:00 Manual

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Areas Covered inManningtree
Manningtree
Mistley
Harwich
Dovercourt

Test Centers Covered

Colchester
Ipswich and Clacton-on-Sea

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I founded The Driving Therapist after realising that driving is as much about mindset as it is about technique. My journey began in 2004, when I left a career as a Fleet Manager to retrain as an Approved Driving Instructor (ADI). After training with the Instructor College in Brentwood and working as a trainee in Colchester, I launched my first independent school, A-DRIVE, in 2005 Before becoming an instructor, I served in the Royal Military Police - including a posting in Bosnia - where I managed vehicle operations and witnessed first-hand how stress and fear affect human behaviour. Later, I worked on London’s Congestion Charging Zone project and managed large vehicle fleets for the Fire Service and the Royal Household. Each of these roles deepened my understanding of road safety, discipline, and responsibility.


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5 Reviews

5,05

5,0

He is kind, patient, encouraging and he really motivated me to get that pass!
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Mark is amazing! He helped me deal with my driving anxiety and pass first time! He is kind, patient, encouraging and he really motivated me to get that pass! I felt completely comfortable driving with him from the very first lesson. I couldn’t recommend him enough! I felt confident and well prepared with all the information and knowledge I needed for the test. I feel quite sad that lessons are over with him as I enjoyed every one! He really knows how to make me laugh!

Time Keeping
5,0
Lesson Quality
5,0
Vehicle Condition
5,0
Knowledge of Routes
5,0
100%
by Adminon Wed 30, Sep 2026

5,0

Mark is an excellent instructor
Report

Mark is an excellent instructor. I couldn’t have passed my driving test without him. After two previous instructors left me feeling anxious and incapable, I approached Mark, who was kind, patient, and genuinely encouraging. He’s honest, organized, and truly dedicated to helping his students succeed. I highly recommend him.

Time Keeping
5,0
Lesson Quality
5,0
Vehicle Condition
5,0
Knowledge of Routes
5,0
100%
by Adminon Wed 30, Sep 2026

5,0

Highly recommended
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k helped me pass first time after putting off learning to drive for years. I had a bad experience with another instructor in my early twenties which made me give up learning for about 6 years. I then found Mark who was patient with my driving anxiety and helped me to build my confidence at my own pace. Two months into solo driving now and I'm loving it. Thank you Mark.

Time Keeping
5,0
Lesson Quality
5,0
Vehicle Condition
5,0
Knowledge of Routes
5,0
100%
by Adminon Wed 30, Sep 2026

5,0

I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Mark to anyone
Report

I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Mark to anyone nervous about driving or facing additional difficulties. He is really good at explaining things, tailoring lessons/explanations to you and knowing what you're capable of. He is also just a kind, patient person who genuinely cares, as well as a great instructor. I never imagined myself being a driver but I passed first time with him 😀 Thank you Mark!

Time Keeping
5,0
Lesson Quality
5,0
Vehicle Condition
5,0
Knowledge of Routes
5,0
100%
by Adminon Wed 30, Sep 2026

5,0

amazing instructor.
Report

Mark is an amazing instructor. He is patient, kind, and understanding of all the sorts of emotions people feel as learner drivers. I chose Mark due to my anxiety over driving, I never thought I would be able to drive at all but he stayed committed to me. He never felt pushy and let me take control of my lessons which I think is very important for growing confidence. He didn't make me feel ashamed for needing extra time going over the same things like I had experienced previously. I am now a qualified driver thanks to Mark and I definitely couldn't have done it without him! The difference in my attitude to driving is all thanks to him. Highly recommend Mark, especially if you are extra anxious and need a bit of extra support.

Time Keeping
5,0
Lesson Quality
5,0
Vehicle Condition
5,0
Knowledge of Routes
5,0
100%
by Adminon Wed 30, Sep 2026
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