Hello lost-in-qatar, i do know how you feel. When I first arrived in Doha I was absolutely petrified of driving but necessity made me force myself to face my fear. I drove my son to and from school since the bus services of the school was quite exorbitant in my opinion. Take it slow, you don't have to face your fear of driving all at one go. Do what dohabunny did and also planning your route to where ever you are going is a big help. Desensitize yourself of your fear of driving...and also another piece of advice...pray hehe

Goodluck to you and may you always be safe...