Social Anxiety therapists in Bret Harte, California CA
Social Anxiety
TyaCamellia (Tya) Stone
Marriage and Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Feeling overwhelmed? Stressed? Panicked? You’re not alone! My goal is to teach you how to understand what social anxiety is from a biological and psychological standpoint, how to navigate anxiety socially, and collaborate with you on how to best manage anxiety in all its forms.
I Will Help You:
Identify thoughts and scenarios that invite anxious feelings in.
Understand what anxiety is, how it can help you, and how it hurts you if you aren't careful.
Navigate social situations with a sense of calm and content.
Connect with others in a meaningful and natural way.
Gain clarity on what’s keeping you stuck, so you can make choices that are right for you.
Connect with your intuition, and learn to listen to it.
Clearly set and maintain boundaries in a way that is kind to yourself and others.
Confidently ask for what you want, and declare what you need — without feeling guilty.
Develop a strong, positive sense of self that is balanced and well-rounded.
You are too great of a person to keep all to yourself!
9 Years Experience
Social Anxiety
Ricardo Peña
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
Challenge your negative and anxious thoughts. At times it may feel like there’s nothing you can do about the way you feel and how you think. In reality, though, there are a number of things that can help.
Be mindful. Being mindful and practicing mindful meditation helps you to be present and aware of your thoughts and feelings in a non-judgmental and positive way.
Go to a coffee shop. If you enjoy watching movies online or catching up on your favorite TV show, then try taking your tablet or laptop to your nearest coffee shop.
Create an exposure hierarchy. Identify and rate how each social situation makes you feel in terms of anxiousness. For example, 0 would mean no anxiety, and 10 would be a full-blown panic attack.
Don’t focus on yourself. It’s hard to stop the endless mind chatter when you’re in situations that make you particularly anxious. We often turn inward and focus on ourselves and how others will perceive us, almost always assuming it will be negative.
Adopt a healthier lifestyle to reduce anxiety.
7 Years Experience
Social Anxiety
Caroline Wessling
Pre-Licensed Professional, AMFT, APCC
Social anxiety can be incredibly isolating and overwhelming, making even the simplest social interactions feel daunting. You may experience intense fear of judgment or embarrassment in social situations, leading to avoidance behaviors and a sense of loneliness. In therapy, I specialize in providing support and guidance to individuals struggling with social anxiety. Together, we can explore the underlying thoughts and beliefs that contribute to your anxiety, develop coping strategies to manage symptoms, and gradually expose you to social situations in a safe and supportive way. My goal is to help you build confidence, overcome fears, and cultivate more fulfilling connections with others, allowing you to participate more fully in life. Visit my website to schedule your free consultation call.
5 Years Experience
Social Anxiety
Dr. Aleksandra Drecun
Psychologist, Psy.D.
My therapeutic style is collaborative, authentic, compassionate and client-centered. I am committed to providing the highest quality of care. I provide a safe, caring and nonjudgmental environment that centers on client needs. Each therapy session promotes personal growth and success!
23 Years Experience
Social Anxiety
Dr. Glenn Francis
Marriage and Family Therapist, Psy.D., MFT
I know the agony of social anxiety. I am, if you like, an expert in it. Which means, I can help you find compassion for yourself, and the gradual allowance of who and how you are in social life, and the expansion of a certain ease and freedom in this respect that can seem unthinkable at the beginning of the journey.
27 Years Experience