LiftAffect

LiftAffect Mentally Healthy Pilots Reduce Cost & Optimize Safety, Reliability, and Performance w/ LiftAffect

LiftAffect was established in 2011 by Airline Pilot and Licensed Professional Clinical Mental Health Counselor Matthew McNeil to assist professional flight crew with mental health concerns. LiftAffect offers counseling, coaching, professional advocacy, consultation, supervision, and Critical Incident Stress Management services to individuals throughout the aerospace community. LiftAffect also assists individuals that suffer with a Fear of Flying. Whether your discomfort with flying is limited to mild anxiety before your flight, or your anxiety or fear prevents you from flying at all, LiftAffect can help you Overcome Your Fear of Flying. Fear of flying affects approximately 30 percent of the adult population. For some, flying causes temporary feelings of discomfort and uncertainty, while others may experience full-blown phobic reactions. These reactions can have devastating interpersonal, professional, and financial consequences. Luckily fear of flying is one of the most treatable psychological issues. Matt has been working independently with fearful fliers since 2007. He is a commercially rated pilot, FAA certified flight instructor, and licensed therapist in training. He holds graduate degrees from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University in Aeronautical Science with specializations in Human Factors Psychology and Aviation Safety Systems, and the University of Wisconsin-Madison in Counseling Psychology. In 2011 Matt was invited by veteran aviation psychologist Dr. Michael Tomaro to co-facilitate his fear of flying treatment programs at Milwaukee General Mitchell International Airport. Since 1988 Dr. Tomaro has run the only publicly funded fear of flying treatment program in the world.

You're not broken. You're just trying too hard to sleep. 😴‘Sleep is Passive. Let it Happen.’If your brain won't shut off...
07/15/2025

You're not broken. You're just trying too hard to sleep. 😴

‘Sleep is Passive. Let it Happen.’

If your brain won't shut off at night, you're not alone. Learn the simple shift that’s helping professionals, parents, and night owls fall asleep without the pressure.

💤 Ready to unlearn everything you thought you knew about sleep?

"The FAA recently issued new guidelines indicating that the agency is changing its criteria for evaluating pilots’ menta...
07/26/2024

"The FAA recently issued new guidelines indicating that the agency is changing its criteria for evaluating pilots’ mental wellness, giving medical examiners greater autonomy in evaluations. Listen as a panel of mental-wellness experts takes listeners behind the headlines to discuss ways the changes might impact aviators’ readiness for flight.

In this episode of NBAA’s “Flight Plan,” host Rob Finfrock speaks with:
* Dr. Clayton Cowl, chief of the section of transportation medicine for Mayo Clinic
* Mark Larsen, CAM, NBAA director of safety and flight operations
* Matthew McNeil, president, clinical director and director of human performance at LiftAffect"

Check out NBAA's podcast episode featuring our very own: Matt McNeil!

The FAA has issued new guidelines indicating that the agency is changing its criteria for evaluating pilots' mental wellness, giving medical examiners greater autonomy in evaluations. With this edition of the NBAA Flight Plan podcast, a panel of mental-wellness experts takes listeners behind the hea...

05/29/2024

Today's throwback helpful tip: The Correct Way to Breathe. "Breathing is a key factor in being able to regulate the level of activation of your nervous system and the level of activation of your nervous system changes how you cognate, how you think, how you reason, how you focus." - Matt McNeil, Host of The LiftAffect Podcast. Tune in wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts, and who knows, maybe you'll hear some useful info from health to business mentality to metaphors to rabbit holes.

Situational Awareness Practice: Remember to practice patience during tough interactions where you feel activated. Think ...
05/06/2024

Situational Awareness Practice: Remember to practice patience during tough interactions where you feel activated. Think of somebody that you view as a guide, a mentor, somebody that you look up to, and picture them in your mind as the situation is going on and find some reasons to just feel gratitude for somebody that you deeply care about, somebody that you really love. Don't respond in anger or frustration to elevate the situation; instead, take a breath, wait, wait, and then wait a little longer.

Recognize a few things that you are grateful for each day. See how recognizing and expressing gratitude can cultivate a ...
05/04/2024

Recognize a few things that you are grateful for each day. See how recognizing and expressing gratitude can cultivate a positive attitude.

Today marks Mental Health Awareness Month. Take care of yourself, there's only one you.If you're a pilot, have a pilot i...
05/01/2024

Today marks Mental Health Awareness Month. Take care of yourself, there's only one you.

If you're a pilot, have a pilot in your life who would is seeking mental health services, community, or mental skills training, check out our website (listed in our bio) to connect.

04/25/2024

Calling all pilots, flight deck, flight crew, air traffic controllers! LiftAffect is standing by for your call. Getting professional help doesn’t have to cost you your career. LiftAffect provides professional pilots, just like you, with confidential, immediate, and effective solutions To help you get back to feeling your best so you can do what you love.

04/24/2024

Breathe. Enjoy the little things, like a good cup of coffee, a quiet morning, a favorite song.

This Earth Day, take a moment to disconnect and reconnect with nature's beauty. Go for a hike, visit a park, or simply s...
04/22/2024

This Earth Day, take a moment to disconnect and reconnect with nature's beauty. Go for a hike, visit a park, or simply step outside and breathe in the fresh air. The Earth needs appreciating.

Achieving and sustaining motivation hinges on elevating the value of what you're aiming for. So first, is this important...
04/03/2024

Achieving and sustaining motivation hinges on elevating the value of what you're aiming for. So first, is this important to you? Do you actually value it? It's vital to regain clarity on your core values and what truly matters if you're going to set a goal. If you'd like to dive deeper into your goals, values, and motivation, contact LiftAffect for coaching and The V1 Project. Link to our website in the bio!

04/01/2024

Motivation is crucial, but it's also a muscle that needs to be exercised daily. 💪 Don't wait for it to come to you - be proactive in fueling your drive. Start your week strong by visualizing your goals, remembering why you started, and taking those first steps, no matter how small.

A journey of a thousand miles begins with one step forward. What's your next step toward achieving your dreams? Are you having a hard time creating and sticking to goals that bring out the best version of you? LiftAffect can help. Schedule your complimentary consultation today - link is in our bio!

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