I would echo the advice about lessons, adjusting the direction of your stance, and teeing off with the 3 or 5 wood. I don't think I touched my driver for years when I first started playing. In fact, I still pull out my 5 wood on the tee when I get nervous about a hole.
For the longest time, I played 18 holes using just 4 clubs & a putter. And my retractable ball retriever.
