Therapy for Social Anxiety
Feel confident, connected, and understood—without fear holding you back.
What Is Social Anxiety?
Social anxiety goes beyond shyness. It’s a persistent fear of being judged, embarrassed, or not “good enough” in social situations. Whether it’s speaking up in a group, attending a gathering, ordering at a restaurant, or even making eye contact, social anxiety can leave you feeling paralyzed and alone—despite craving connection.
Signs You May Be Struggling with Social Anxiety
Social anxiety can look different from person to person. You might:
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Constantly replay conversations in your mind, worrying you said the wrong thing
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Avoid social events, meetings, or phone calls
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Feel intense fear around being the center of attention
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Worry excessively about how others perceive you
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Experience physical symptoms like a racing heart, nausea, or sweating before social situations
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Mask your discomfort by staying quiet, people-pleasing, or withdrawing altogether
These symptoms can start subtly, often in childhood or adolescence, and grow stronger over time. Additionally, these symptoms impact relationships, work, school, and self-esteem.
How Therapy for Social Anxiety Can Help
At Insight Psychological Services, we offer a safe, supportive space where you don’t have to pretend or perform. Together, we’ll work to:
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Understand the root causes of your social anxiety, including past experiences or core beliefs
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Challenge unhelpful thought patterns like “I’ll mess up” or “Everyone’s judging me”
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Build social confidence at your own pace, without pressure
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Learn practical coping tools for anxiety in real-life situations
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Strengthen your self-worth and self-compassion
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Practice setting boundaries and expressing your needs without fear
Why Choose Therapy for Social Anxiety?
You weren’t meant to live in fear of being seen. Therapy offers the chance to reconnect with yourself and others, by helping you heal the parts of you that learned to stay small or silent. Social anxiety doesn’t define who you are. It is something you can understand, manage, and overcome with the right support.
If you’re ready to feel more confident in social situations and build meaningful relationships without anxiety calling the shots, we’re here to walk that journey with you.
