I just went through a class called Guns and Lace. It was set for women on gun safety, how to handle a gun, shoot, remove ammo, load ammo, and several concilling options. It was great.
I have panic with guns and this class was great. I was able to shoot 6 different types of gun and they allowed me time to get comfortable. I now go to the range to just try and get used to the noise. My hope is to carry and get comfortable around guns noise and all.