Online Social Anxiety therapists in Vancouver, British Columbia BC, Canada CA
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Social Anxiety
Rising Calm Center
Professional Christian Counsellor, MS, CMHC, CLC
Have you ever walked into a room and instantly felt your heart race—wondering what people are thinking about you, or wishing you could disappear before anyone notices? Social anxiety can make even simple moments—talking in class, attending church, meeting new people—feel like survival. Over time, the worry turns into withdrawal, and loneliness begins to take root.
At Rising Calm Center, we understand how exhausting it is to overthink every word and every glance. Our Christian counselors help you quiet the noise of self-criticism, retrain your body’s stress response, and build confidence that lasts beyond the next conversation.
We even offer same-week appointments, in-person and virtual sessions, and a sliding fee scale that works with any insurance or budget—so care is flexible and accessible when you need it most.
We use faith-integrated, evidence-based methods—including CBT, DBT, ACT, somatic grounding, and exposure techniques—combined with biblical truth and compassionate guidance to help you:
• Calm the physical symptoms of anxiety in social settings
• Overcome fear of judgment and rejection
• Strengthen communication and self-expression
• Build authentic connections and trust
• Restore peace through a renewed sense of identity in Christ
You don’t have to live trapped inside your own thoughts. With practical tools, gentle exposure, and spiritual grounding, you can learn to walk into any room with calm confidence—rooted not in others’ approval, but in God’s love for you.
If you’re ready to stop hiding and start living freely, Rising Calm Center is here to help you find your voice and your peace again.
Call or email us today for a FREE CONSULTATION.
14 Years Experience
Online in Vancouver, BC
Social Anxiety
Rachelle Tersigni
Registered Psychotherapist, RP
I work with individuals who experience anxiety, self-consciousness, or fear of judgment in social settings. Therapy emphasizes nervous-system regulation and increasing confidence through embodied, gradual change.
3 Years Experience
Online in Vancouver, BC (Online Only)
Social Anxiety
Kendra Shaw
Registered Social Worker, MSW
Overcoming social anxiety is possible, and I specialize in using proven therapeutic techniques to build confidence and social skills. I create a supportive environment for gradual, sustainable growth. My approach empowers you to engage more fully in life.
8 Years Experience
Online in Vancouver, BC
Social Anxiety
Vilma Madramootoo
Registered Psychotherapist, Holistic Health Practitioner, Certified Health, Wellness and Life Coach
Do you feel judged by others? Are you worrying about others? What makes you feel anxious amongst people? We navigate these fears and help you prepare mentally before attending social gatherings and activities. Explore suitable coping skills to help with unhealthy self-consciousness and embarrassment in social settings. Recognize and break down the core beliefs and the messages you embody.
9 Years Experience
Online in Vancouver, BC
Social Anxiety
Bill Arbuckle
Therapist, MCP, RCC
Social anxiety isn't shyness. It's the relentless monitoring, the replaying of conversations, the exhausting effort of managing how you come across while also trying to actually be present. It can make connection feel like a test you keep failing. I work with people to understand where that hypervigilance came from and gradually build a sense of safety that doesn't depend on getting everything exactly right.
12 Years Experience
Online in Vancouver, BC
Social Anxiety
Hannah Bickle | Self, Relationships, Emotions
Registered Psychotherapist, RP (Q)
Social anxiety can leave us feeling overly focused on how we are coming across to others. You may find yourself worrying about saying the wrong thing, replaying interactions long after they have ended, or holding back out of fear of being judged.
In therapy, we can explore these patterns with curiosity and compassion, helping you build confidence and feel more comfortable showing up as yourself.
1 Years Experience
Online in Vancouver, BC
Social Anxiety
Elysia Bronson (The Woods Counselling)
Registered Psychotherapist, Registered Clinical Counsellor, Online Therapy, Chronic Pain, & Traumatologist
Feeling Anxious in Social Situations? Find Relief and Connection Online.
At The Woods Counselling, we understand the challenges of social anxiety. Feeling overwhelmed, self-conscious, or afraid of judgment in social settings can significantly impact your life. Our therapists specialize in helping individuals overcome social anxiety and build confidence in social interactions.
Does This Sound Familiar?
Do you experience intense anxiety in social situations, like parties, work events, or public speaking?
Do worries about what others think prevent you from connecting with others?
Do you avoid social situations altogether due to fear of embarrassment or criticism?
We Can Help:
Understanding Social Anxiety: We'll explore the root causes of your social anxiety and provide information about how it works.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): CBT is a powerful tool for social anxiety. We'll help you identify negative thought patterns and develop coping mechanisms to challenge them.
Exposure Therapy (gradually facing feared situations): In a safe and controlled online environment, we can help you gradually expose yourself to social situations that trigger your anxiety, building confidence and reducing fear.
Social Skills Training: We can teach you practical skills for navigating social situations, including communication skills, assertiveness training, and relaxation techniques.
Building Confidence and Self-Compassion: Our goal is to empower you to connect with others authentically and build a healthy sense of self-worth, regardless of social situations.
Finding Connection Online:
While social anxiety can make in-person therapy daunting, online therapy offers a safe and convenient space to address your fears and develop tools for managing social anxiety.
Ready to Connect with Confidence?
Schedule a free consultation to discuss how online therapy at The Woods Counselling can help you overcome social anxiety, build confidence in social interactions, and experience the joy of meaningful connections. You deserve to feel comfortable and connected in social situations.
4 Years Experience
Online in Vancouver, BC (Online Only)
Social Anxiety
Sarah Bickle
Registered Psychotherapist, MPsy., R.P.
Social anxiety can make even the simplest social interactions feel daunting. In therapy, we’ll work to reduce the fear and avoidance that holds you back. I’ll guide you in challenging negative thought patterns and using grounding techniques to reduce anxiety in real-time. Together, we’ll build your confidence in social situations and address the deeper causes of your anxiety, empowering you to feel more at ease in your interactions with others.
6 Years Experience
Online in Vancouver, BC (Online Only)
Social Anxiety
Dr. Thomas Wiens
Psychologist, PhD, RPsych, MA, BA Hons
Dr. Wiens helps professionals build confidence in social situations and public speaking as well as managing worrying and social anxiety. Using practical tools and strategies, he works with clients to reduce shyness, build confidence, and enhance their communication.
11 Years Experience
Online in Vancouver, BC
Social Anxiety
Arne Pedersen - Hypnotherapy Victoria
Hypnotherapist, RCCH
Do social interactions feel like an overwhelming challenge? With compassionate support, mindfulness-based processes, and hypnotherapy, I help individuals confront their fears and develop practical strategies to navigate social situations with greater ease and confidence. Together, we can rewrite the script of anxiety and unlock your true potential.
15 Years Experience
Online in Vancouver, BC
Social Anxiety
Yuka Oshimi
Counsellor/Therapist, MC, DCP(c), RCC
Social anxiety can make everyday interactions feel overwhelming, even when you deeply want connection. I support adults who struggle with overthinking conversations, fear of being judged, masking, rejection sensitivity, avoidance, or feeling “different” in social settings. As a neurodivergent therapist, I understand how social anxiety can overlap with ADHD, autism, burnout, and past experiences of not feeling accepted. Together, we can work toward building confidence, self-understanding, and more authentic connection at a pace that feels safe.
5 Years Experience
Online in Vancouver, BC (Online Only)
Social Anxiety
Dave Vass
Registered Psychotherapist, Registered Clinical Counsellor: RCC
I offer a calm, nonjudgmental space to work through social anxiety—those moments of fear, avoidance, or self-consciousness that limit connection. We’ll map triggers, practice practical skills (breathing, cognitive reframing, gradual exposure), and build confidence in real-world interactions. I’ll support you with steady guidance and actionable strategies so you can engage more comfortably and authentically.
7 Years Experience
Online in Vancouver, BC
Social Anxiety
Heartsong Counselling
Therapist, Registered Therapeutic Counsellor
Social situations can feel overwhelming when worry takes over or you fear being judged or misunderstood. In our work together, you stay at the center of your growth while I walk beside you, offering calm, grounded support as you navigate what feels too heavy to hold alone. With a gentle, intuitive approach rooted in transpersonal counselling, relational, and Jungian influences, we explore the patterns and fears shaping your experience. You don’t have to face these moments by yourself; I’m here to help you find steadiness, confidence, and a more easeful way of being with others.
3 Years Experience
Online in Vancouver, BC
Social Anxiety
Kai DeMaeyer, Talk with Kai Psychotherapy
Registered Psychotherapist, MACP, RP (Q)
Social anxiety isn't shyness, and it isn't something you can think your way out of by reminding yourself people aren't watching that closely. It lives in the body, in anticipation, in the replay afterward. I work with clients on the whole cycle of it, not just the moments of avoidance, but the exhaustion of managing it constantly and what it's cost them over time.
1 Years Experience
Online in Vancouver, BC (Online Only)
Social Anxiety
Freedom of Expression Counselling
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, MSW, RCSW, T.S., RPT, CPT
I have supported people with social anxiety for the last 9 years. It is very prevalent amongst many populations. I work on the specific presentations of social anxiety brought forth and collaboratively design customized strategies to support individuals living their best lives in alignment with their values.
9 Years Experience
Online in Vancouver, BC (Online Only)
Social Anxiety
Sofia Schuringa
Counsellor/Therapist, B.A. Psych, ADMH, RHC, RHNC
Social anxiety is common for many and we have found that addressing core beliefs, past experiences and negative automatic thoughts are key in processing through this.
8 Years Experience
Online in Vancouver, BC
Social Anxiety
Strength in Heart Counselling
Treatment Center, RSW, RCC, CCC
Social anxiety can make everyday interactions feel daunting. We use practical strategies to help you build confidence and navigate social situations more comfortably. Our sessions focus on gradual progress and celebrating every success.
8 Years Experience
Online in Vancouver, BC
Social Anxiety
Reg Fleming
Marriage and Family Therapist, M.A., RMFT, RCC
Social and other anxieties can be very problematic, supporting a belief that a strategy to avoid or at least limit social connections is a good temporary solution. I have worked with client anxieties and fears that restrict their capacities to connect with others, and reinforce beliefs that there is something wrong with them. I see anxiety as a natural fear response that can escalate into the temporary solutions, like avoidance or isolation. This can, in turn, develop into a bigger problem. I work with clients in a process to understanding their origins of these patterns and defences. Once they trust that I understand, then I support them to address the issues that burdened or harmed them and regain their Self as more calm; confident; and courageous with connecting with others.
33 Years Experience
Online in Vancouver, BC
Social Anxiety
Marlene Taube-Schiff
Psychologist, PhD, C. Psych., R.Psych.
Our clinicians have expertise in helping individuals with symptoms of anxiety, including social anxiety. We use the gold standard cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) approach and also integrate elements of acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) as well as mindfulness. We will work with you to overcome your anxiety and discomfort in social situation. This will allow you to engage in things that are meaningful to you and get your life back on track. Call us today to book your free consult!
20 Years Experience
Online in Vancouver, BC
Social Anxiety
Nina Hopmeier
Licensed Professional Counsellor, Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC)
Have you been feeling overwhelmed lately by your emotions and life demands? Do you sometimes feel like you have exhausted your coping resources and no longer know how to move forward? If so, do not worry or judge yourself. We have all felt like this at some point in our lives. Let me introduce myself: I am a Registered Clinical Counsellor (www.ninahopmeiercounselling.ca), and am extremely passionate about the counselling process due to building a strong and trusting bond with my clients. I work from a supportive and nonjudgmental stance, focusing on strengths and resources that lead to positive change and growth.
I offer counselling services to children, adolescents, and adults in the areas of depression, anxiety, grief and loss, self-esteem, addictions, stress management, trauma, ADHD, and eating disorders. I also offer counselling services to couples and am trained in Gottman Method Couples Therapy, which is considered the Gold Standard for treatment.
The counselling models that I use are Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Dialectical Behavioural Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, and Emotion-Focused Therapy, all of which I have formal training in. If interested feel free to call me. I am listening....It is never too late for change and growth.
15 Years Experience
Online in Vancouver, BC (Online Only)
Vancouver's extreme housing affordability crisis has become a defining mental health issue, with therapists frequently addressing financial stress, housing precarity, and the grief of displacement from a city many can no longer afford to stay in. The city's large East Asian community — particularly its Chinese, Korean, Filipino, and South Asian populations — drives demand for culturally fluent therapists who can navigate family dynamics, immigration stress, and the intersection of cultural expectations with individual wellbeing. BC Mental Health & Substance Use Services provides institutional support, while Vancouver's large private therapy community is concentrated in Kitsilano, Mount Pleasant, Commercial Drive, and the West End. BC's expanded telehealth access makes it easier to connect with therapists across the Lower Mainland and Fraser Valley.
Social Anxiety therapists in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada Statistics
Social Anxiety therapists in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada average 11 years of experience and charge around $160 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Social Anxiety (100%), Anxiety or Fears (98%), and Self Esteem (89%).
Average years in practice
11 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$160
Gender ID
| 72% |
Female |
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| 23% |
Male |
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| 3% |
Non-Binary |
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| 2% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 58% |
In Person and Online |
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| 42% |
Online Only |
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Top Specialties
| 100% | Social Anxiety |
| 98% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 89% | Self Esteem |
| 86% | Stress |
| 84% | Depression |
| 78% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 72% | Loss or Grief |