Anxiety Disorders I Treat:
Social Anxiety
Everyone gets nervous before a presentation or social event — but Social Anxiety is different. It’s the constant fear of being judged, embarrassed, or seen as inadequate. Even in everyday situations most people don’t think twice about – like ordering food, joining a conversation, or walking into a room, your brain jumps straight to “They’re going to think I’m awkward… boring… too much… not enough.” Physically, your heart races, your thoughts go blank, and you become hyper-aware of every gesture, every word, every expression.
Unlike generalized anxiety, which spreads across many areas of life, Social Anxiety zooms in on one thing: you — how you look, sound, and come across to others. Over time, what starts as discomfort turns into avoidance. You hold back, stay quiet, or opt out altogether — not because you don’t care, but because the anxiety feels louder than your desire to participate. If this sounds familiar, you’re not weird or antisocial — your brain has simply learned to treat social situations like threats. And with the right support, that pattern can be relearned.
Common Symptoms of Social Anxiety
Excessive fear of being judged, embarrassed, or rejected by others.
Worrying about showing signs of anxiety — like blushing, sweating, stammering, or shaking.
Avoiding speaking, eating, or performing tasks in front of others.
Experiencing panic-like symptoms in social settings (racing heart, dizziness, tension).
Ruminating and replaying conversations long after they’re over.
Difficulty maintaining eye contact or starting conversations.
With the right support
You can learn how to:
Speak up without needing to rehearse every sentence in your head first.
Feel discomfort and stay in the moment, instead of mentally escaping.
Stop assuming people are noticing or analyzing you as much as your anxiety claims.
Handle awkwardness without spiraling into shame.
Show up as yourself — not the constantly filtered version of you.
Treatment Options for Social Anxiety
Social Anxiety is highly treatable with evidence-based approaches like:
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) — Helps you notice and challenge unhelpful assumptions about how others see you.
Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) — Gently reintroduces you to feared situations while letting go of safety habits like masking or over-monitoring yourself.
Metacognitive Therapy (MCT) — Reduces rumination and overthinking by teaching you how to step out of mental loops rather than argue with them.
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) — Helps you act according to your values even when anxiety shows up, so fear no longer decides what you do.
Let’s make social interactions less exhausting
If you’re tired of overthinking every interaction, I’d love to help you build real confidence — the kind that comes from action, not perfection. Whether you need Standard Individual Sessions to Extended Sessions and Intensive Treatment programs that include home-based sessions for more severe cases.
Your next step is simple — fill out the online inquiry form to schedule a free consult. You don’t have to figure this out alone.