My current problem

I hope I put this under the right category but if I didn't I apologize.

I have had anxiety for quite a few years now. When I was younger I had really bad panic attacks that lasted for hours and made my whole body go numb. I'm now 21 and I have learned to manage them better. I have a decision I have to make soon and my anxiety is not doing so well.

A few months ago I applied to Next Models and i've been talking with someone from there since. They now say they want me to come to LA for a few months of training. I was very excited at first but then my worrying and anxiety took over. I've never traveled before and I don't know anyone there. Since I haven't traveled I also have never been on a plane and don't know if that will bring out my anxiety or not. To make it worse my aunt doesn't approve and she thinks of all the worst possible situations and throws all of her worries at me. She doesn't want me leaving the state and has found that this is a good way to control me. I normally just take it and let her make my decisions for me. I really want a chance to grow up though and I feel being away from her for awhile is the only way. This has been a dream of mine for a long time and I really don't want to waste it. I just don't know what to do.

Can someone go with you for a while? That way you are not alone. You can always look up tsa regulations for what to bring on a plane and other helpful tips. Don't give up your dream but do be safe.