Social Anxiety therapists in Toronto, Ontario ON, Canada CA
Social Anxiety
Leigh Berry
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW, RHN
Helping women to hold space for the discomfort that feeling anxiety and fear brings, especially in social situations. With social anxiety often comes feelings of overwhelm, a sense of dread about being around others, obsessive worrying about what others think, not knowing what to do or say- like your mind going blank, digestive issues, and avoidant behaviour. Together, we will work to uncover the root causes behind your thoughts, feelings and symptoms to provide you with concrete, practical tools you can use to support overwhelming emotions. From working together you can develop awareness and insight into thought and behaviour patterns, while learning to relate more amicably to the emotions gripping and pushing you around or preventing you from living your life. When we do this, we can focus more on what matters in our life and the kind of person we want to be.
14 Years Experience
Social Anxiety
Kim Foster Yardley, The Mental Game Clinic
Psychologist, MA C. Psych
Our therapists will help you to learn to manage your social anxiety symptoms and understand what could be underlying them so that you can become more at ease in social settings and more importantly more at ease with yourself.
19 Years Experience
Social Anxiety
Katarina Guillen
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
If you are struggling with social anxiety and you would like to develop a deeper understanding of what is contributing to this difficulty, and if you would like to develop coping skills and strategies for approaching yourself with compassion and understanding, I may be a good fit for you. Please feel free to reach out for a free consult.
2 Years Experience
Social Anxiety
Laura Farberman
Registered Social Worker, RSW, MSW
Soulful Therapy holds space for client's to identify and address multiple internal parts or families within each person’s mental system. These different parts consist of wounded parts and painful emotions such as anger and shame, as well as parts that try to control and protect the person from the pain of the wounded parts. When left unresolved, it can lead to these maladaptive parts overwhelming us with anxious thoughts.
These parts may be in conflict with each other and with one’s core Self, a concept that describes the confident, compassionate, whole person that is at the core of every individual. Together, we will focus on healing the wounded parts and restoring mental balance and harmony by changing the dynamics that create discord among the parts and the Self.
14 Years Experience
Social Anxiety
Joshua Lewis
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, CT
Through a mindfulness-based cognitive behavioural approach, we will work together to help you learn how to recognize and change negative thoughts about yourself and develop skills to help you gain confidence in social situations. We may gradually work up to facing the situations you fear most. This can improve your coping skills and help you develop the confidence to deal with anxiety-inducing situations. We may also explore role-playing scenarios to help you practice your social skills and gain comfort and confidence relating to others, while acknowledging and addressing your worries and fears.
5 Years Experience
Social Anxiety
Nakasha Ogbonna
Registered Social Worker, RSW
Therapy with my practice offers individuals a safe place to express their deepest thoughts and emotions with caring and highly trained professionals who are committed to their well-being. My clients come to me to share challenges they may be facing in the present, worries about their future, and/or unresolved past hurts --- with the goals of healing, developing effective tools for personal growth, gaining insight and direction, improving their relationships, and/or improving their over all sense of well being and quality of life. While therapy cannot directly change your external world, it will work to transform the internal world of your mind --- allowing you to live a truly rich and meaningful life. Social anxiety can feel crippling, but I can equip you with highly effective skills to overcome and live a life that is not dictated by fear.
5 Years Experience
Social Anxiety
Therapy With Haley
Registered Social Worker, B.S.W., M.S.W., R.S.W.
Haley works from an eclectic approach to address the multi-faceted concerns that you bring to therapy sessions. What makes her stand out as a therapist is her focus on you in a holistic way. Coming from an anti-oppressive lens, she practices with the values of dignity, diversity, and self-empowerment at the forefront. She highly values honesty, collaboration, respect, and empathy, all of which are evident in the way she approaches all sessions. She will work with you to explore yourself and encourage healing, growth, and reaching self-identified goals while working within your window of tolerance. Haley works with individuals who have social anxiety with a focus on understanding the roots of anxiety, boundary setting for increased tolerance, and coping mechanisms.
6 Years Experience
Social Anxiety
Emily Beeckmans
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, B.A., B.S.W., M.S.W., RSW, CHRP
I teach you different ways of thinking, behaving, and reacting to situations to help you feel less anxious and fearful.
26 Years Experience
Social Anxiety
Maria Christopoulos
Registered Psychotherapist, M.A., M.Sc., RP
Social Anxiety can affect the way an individual views themselves in the context of their relationships,the world around them and their confidence in themselves. This may lead to avoidant behaviours, negative thoughts and self talk and low confidence to try new things. Therapeutic interventions can help identify and positively change core beliefs and increase confidence.
8 Years Experience
Social Anxiety
Headway Mental Health
Registered Psychotherapist, Joshua Dvorkin, MPsy, Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying),
As a psychotherapist I can employ various techniques and approaches to help someone with social anxiety disorder. Here are some common methods:
1. Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT): This approach focuses on identifying and challenging negative thoughts and beliefs related to social situations. By examining and restructuring these thoughts, individuals can develop more realistic and positive thinking patterns.
2. Exposure Therapy: This technique involves gradually exposing individuals to social situations that provoke anxiety. The therapist helps create a supportive and safe environment for the person to face their fears and develop coping strategies. Over time, repeated exposure can help desensitize the person to anxiety-provoking situations.
3. Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR): Mindfulness techniques, such as meditation and breathing exercises, can help individuals become more aware of their thoughts and bodily sensations. By practicing mindfulness, individuals can learn to manage their anxiety symptoms and increase their tolerance for discomfort in social situations.
4. Social Skills Training: This involves teaching individuals specific social skills, such as effective communication, assertiveness, and conflict resolution. By practicing these skills in therapy sessions and real-life situations, individuals can improve their confidence and ability to interact with others.
5. Supportive Therapy: Providing a safe and non-judgmental space for individuals to express their feelings and fears can be essential. The therapist can offer emotional support, validation, and guidance throughout the therapeutic process.
6. Medication: In some cases, medication may be prescribed alongside therapy to help manage the symptoms of social anxiety disorder. Psychotherapists may work collaboratively with psychiatrists or other medical professionals to determine the need for medication.
It's important to note that the specific approach used may vary depending on the therapist's training, the severity of the individual's symptoms, and their preferences. A psychotherapist will typically tailor the treatment plan to the unique needs and goals of each person with social anxiety disorder.
7 Years Experience
Social Anxiety
Dr. Kim Edwards
Psychologist, C.Psych.
MindFit offers a personalized Worry-Busters Program based on cognitive behavioural therapy strategies to help increase comfort, confidence and success in social and performance situations. Techniques include cognitive restructuring, behavioural strategies (e.g., relaxation, facing feared situations in a gradual/step-wise manner), education about anxiety, and weekly goal setting. MindFit's goal is to provide you with a toolbox for getting and staying in emotional shape.
9 Years Experience
Social Anxiety
Michelle C. Koehler, RSW & Psychotherapist
Registered Social Worker, MA, RSW & Psychotherapist
Are you yourself overwhelmed, stressed out, and anxious? I will provide you valuable tools and strategies to help you understand the root of your anxiety, develop skills to cope and manage and diminish it, and work towards building the confidence to feel safe and secure even in times of uncertainty.
24 Years Experience
Social Anxiety
Lauren Jin Yong Schneider
Registered Psychotherapist, R.P. (Qualifying)
It can be daunting to face difficult experiences head-on, and I commend you for taking this courageous step. I'm here to support you throughout those difficult and anxiety-provoking experiences. I believe in a collaborative approach, meaning that in therapy, we can better understand your experience - your triggers, feelings, thoughts, and possibly lasting impacts of previous experiences, and discover therapeutic strategies and coping mechanisms that you find truly helpful.
1 Years Experience
Social Anxiety
Natasia Hypnotherapy
Hypnotherapist, Hypnotherapist, Light Channel, Meditation Teacher, Spiritual Life Coach, Rapid Transformational Therapy Practitioner
By finding root cause of your social anxiety, we can change from the deep subconscious roots and clear your negative self talks and beliefs, and help you become more confident, natural and comfortable at social settings.
3 Years Experience
Social Anxiety
Collaborative Care Therapy
Registered Psychotherapist, Registered Social Workers and Psychotherapists
Social anxiety extends beyond shyness - it's a pervasive experience that can significantly impact one's ability to interact in social settings and form meaningful relationships. At Collaborative Care Therapy, we provide targeted therapy to help you manage and overcome the challenges of social anxiety. Our approach is compassionate and understanding, creating a safe space where you can explore the roots of your anxiety and develop effective coping strategies.
Our therapy for social anxiety encompasses techniques like cognitive-behavioral therapy, which helps in identifying and changing negative thought patterns and behaviors that contribute to anxiety in social situations. We also incorporate mindfulness practices to enhance present-moment awareness and reduce anxiety symptoms.
Our goal is to empower you with the confidence and tools to engage in social environments more comfortably and authentically. Through personalized support and skill-building, we aim to help you navigate social interactions with greater ease and confidence, enhancing your overall quality of life.
9 Years Experience
Social Anxiety
Tayler Middleton
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Social anxiety can make everyday interactions feel daunting, limiting your ability to express yourself, form relationships, and engage in social settings. Together, we'll explore the triggers and underlying causes of your anxiety, developing strategies to help you better understand and work through the fears surrounding your social anxiety. This process is about building your confidence and social skills, enabling you to navigate social situations more comfortably and live a more fulfilling, connected life.
2 Years Experience
Social Anxiety
Adriana Mancipe
Counsellor/Therapist, M.A., MACP, Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
My approach revolves around creating a safe and nurturing environment for healing and growth. I understand the profound impact that social anxiety can have on every aspect of one's life, and I am committed to guiding my clients through the journey of overcoming these challenges. Through evidence-based techniques and compassionate support, I help individuals cultivate a deeper understanding of their thoughts and behaviors, empowering them to develop new coping strategies and build confidence in social situations. My ultimate goal is to foster not only symptom relief but also profound personal transformation.
1 Years Experience
Social Anxiety
Jess Erb
Registered Psychotherapist, DPsychotherapy
Social anxiety can be debilitating as it often is the very opposite of what one is striving for: connection with others. In my practice, we look at the specifics of what may be bringing someone distress in social situations, what these social situations may be and I help provide tools for being able to rebuild courage and resilience to face these day-to-day stressors.
10 Years Experience
Social Anxiety
Sangeeta Tanwar @ Tanwar Psychology
Psychologist, Ph.D.
Do you feel uncomfortable thinking about social situations and want to avoid them? Do you endure social scenarios with stress and fear of evaluation by others? Psychotherapy is helpful dealing with social anxiety.
5 Years Experience
Social Anxiety
Samantha Cervino
Life Coach, Life Coach | Yoga Teacher | Personal Development Mentor | Published Author | Reiki Master, EFT Meridian Tapping Pract.
This is social anxiety: When having to perform in front of or be around others, people with social anxiety disorder tend to Blush, sweat, tremble, feel a rapid heart rate, or feel their “mind going blank” Feel nauseous or sick to their stomach. Show a rigid body posture, make little eye contact, or speak with an overly soft voice. Growing up I had social anxiety and I can understand how it feels as well as I know how to overcome it because I did that for myself. Do not allow social anxiety to stop your growth and crush your self-confidence. I can help you!
7 Years Experience