Online Social Anxiety therapists in Riverside, Maryland MD
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Social Anxiety
Molly Rosenstein
Counselor/Therapist, LPC
Social anxiety can make everyday interactions feel intimidating and exhausting. I help clients understand the roots of their anxiety and develop practical skills to manage fear, reduce avoidance, and build confidence in social settings. Using evidence-based techniques like CBT, combined with empathy and support, we’ll work together to create a more comfortable and connected experience in your relationships and social life.
5 Years Experience
Online in Riverside, MD
Social Anxiety
Sarita R. Schapiro, Ph.D., P.A.
Psychologist, Florida Licensed Psychologist PY4914, APIT Certified
Using cognitive behavioral strategies, develop effective approach to reducing symptoms.
44 Years Experience
Online in Riverside, MD
Social Anxiety
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Center of Northern Virginia
Psychologist, PhD
CBT and exposure-based approaches for this challenging condition
26 Years Experience
Online in Riverside, MD (Online Only)
Social Anxiety
Goody Counseling Services
Licensed Professional Counselor
Social anxiety can be debilitating. Through a combination of Exposure-Response Prevention, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and talk therapy, we can help you to address social fears, and begin to feel less stuck in your head.
4 Years Experience
Online in Riverside, MD
Social Anxiety
Dr. Patricia Webbink
Psychologist, MA and PhD in Clinical Psychology
Many introverts tend to isolate themselves, and this was exacerbated by the pandemic. Finding the cause of this condition can be helpful in building confidence, and decreasing self-consciousness. The free, regular zoom seminars are helpful, and after a period of time people become more confident in revealing themselves. Please feel free to call for more information and/or a consultation: 301-229-8000.
56 Years Experience
Online in Riverside, MD
Social Anxiety
Dr. Adam Shafer (Chicago, IL)
Psychologist, Psy. D., M.A.
The ambivalence people can experience in the desire for interpersonal connection while feeling uneasy or anxious in the presence of others can be difficult.
17 Years Experience
Online in Riverside, MD
Social Anxiety
Matthew Syzdek
Psychologist, PhD, LP, MBA
If you feel on edge, anxious, irritable, or just can't relax, there is a path forward towards a more fulfilling life. Don't gamble when choosing a therapist. You deserve a psychologist who will adapt the best science to your specific needs and goals. Many therapists themselves are burned out and can't give the best care to their clients. Dr Syzdek built a small boutique practice where he limits the number of clients he treats, so he can give his clients the time, thought, and dedication that they deserve. Dr Syzdek combines compassion with the science of behavior change to help you make the the difficult decisions in life and take action, so you can live a happier life, thrive at work, love your relationships, and have fun again. Dr Syzdek treats anxiety and related conditions typically using Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and exposure therapies. These approaches combine mindfulness, acceptance, and cognitive strategies to help you live your life again and find relief from the the struggle.
14 Years Experience
Online in Riverside, MD
Social Anxiety
Clear Path Counseling and Wellness Center
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA. LPC
Brad provides trauma-informed therapy for social anxiety and related challenges, including fear of judgment, excessive self-consciousness, avoidance of social situations, difficulty speaking in groups, performance anxiety, and discomfort in interpersonal interactions. Social anxiety can significantly impact relationships, work performance, confidence, and overall quality of life, often leading to isolation, stress, and reduced self-esteem.
Brad takes a holistic and trauma-focused approach to social anxiety therapy, helping clients understand and address the underlying emotional and psychological factors that contribute to fear and avoidance in social settings. Many individuals with social anxiety have experienced past criticism, embarrassment, rejection, bullying, or other distressing social experiences that continue to shape how they perceive and respond to social environments.
As an experienced trauma therapist and EMDR therapist, Brad integrates EMDR therapy (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), trauma-informed counseling, emotional regulation strategies, and holistic therapeutic approaches to help clients process past experiences, reduce anxiety responses, and build greater confidence in social situations. Therapy focuses on calming the nervous system, shifting negative beliefs about self and others, and developing healthier patterns of interaction.
Brad works collaboratively with clients to identify triggers, explore underlying fears, and develop practical tools for managing anxiety in real-world social settings. Treatment is personalized and supportive, helping clients gradually increase comfort, confidence, and authenticity in their interactions with others.
The goal of therapy is not to eliminate personality or force social performance, but to help clients feel more at ease being themselves, build meaningful connections, and reduce the fear and avoidance that interfere with daily life.
Healing is possible. With the right support, clients can move beyond social anxiety, feel more grounded in social situations, and engage with others in a way that feels natural, confident, and authentic.
28 Years Experience
Online in Riverside, MD (Online Only)
Social Anxiety
Mikela Hallmark
Therapist, MS, LPC, LMHC
Anxiety isn’t just “worry.” It’s the mind working overtime to protect you — often in ways that leave you feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected. Social anxiety, in particular, can make even simple interactions feel loaded with risk, self-doubt, or shame. You might find yourself rehearsing conversations before they happen, overanalyzing them after, or avoiding them altogether.
In our work together, we look beneath the symptoms. Instead of just learning how to manage your anxiety, we explore what it’s trying to protect you from — and why it learned to speak so loudly. I help clients slow down their inner experience, tune into the body, and begin to relate to anxiety with curiosity rather than fear.
Together, we’ll build new internal pathways rooted in safety, self-compassion, and presence. You don’t have to be “fearless” to live a full, connected life. You just have to stop fighting yourself.
15 Years Experience
Online in Riverside, MD
Social Anxiety
Chesapeake Behavioral Health Serivces
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW-C, LCPC
Our therapists are trained in effective approaches to help you assess and manage symptoms of social anxiety.
17 Years Experience
Online in Riverside, MD (Online Only)
Social Anxiety
Johanna Wood, Leap Counseling and Consultation
Psychologist, PhD, LP
I specialize in exposure-based therapies for anxiety disorders, including social anxiety. My clients typically have tried therapy before, but have not seen much improvement. They continue letting anxiety rule their choices, as their lives continue getting smaller and smaller. Social anxiety is isolating and painful. Coping skills are great, but they can only get you so far. The good news is, there are science-backed treatments for social anxiety that actually work. If you're ready to stop coping and start living, take a leap of faith and reach out.
My style is structured and balances use of the latest science with compassion and understanding. My goal is to make you feel heard, and feel challenged. I serve adults with primary anxiety and OCD, and I also address co-occurring depression, insomnia, body-focused repetitive behaviors, and trauma, using cognitive-behavioral therapies. You don't have to keep suffering this way.
3 Years Experience
Online in Riverside, MD (Online Only)
Social Anxiety
Jason Hutchings
Psychologist, PsyD
Fearing what others may be thinking or believing about us can be a huge road block to feeling confident in the world. I would be happy to work with you to understand how to reinvigorate confidence in daily life and interpersonal relationships.
13 Years Experience
Online in Riverside, MD
Social Anxiety
Dr. Lyndsay Elliott
Psychologist, PsyD.
Social anxiety goes far deeper than shyness — it is a persistent, exhausting fear of judgment, embarrassment, or saying the wrong thing that can quietly shrink your world over time. As a licensed clinical psychologist with 20+ years of experience, I help adults and high-achieving professionals navigate social anxiety disorder, performance anxiety, fear of judgment, public speaking anxiety, and the social avoidance that keeps so many capable people from fully engaging in their personal and professional lives. Using cognitive-behavioral therapy, exposure-based techniques, and psychodynamic insight, I help clients build genuine confidence and meaningful connection. Telehealth therapy for social anxiety available across 40+ states.
21 Years Experience
Online in Riverside, MD (Online Only)
Social Anxiety
Keri Downs, Psy.D.
Psychologist, Licensed Psychologist
Dr. Keri Downs specializes in treating children, adolescents, and young adults with social anxiety. With over 15 years of experience, Dr. Downs utilizes a combination of evidence-based therapies to help clients manage and overcome their social anxiety.
Social anxiety disorder, also known as social phobia, is characterized by intense fear and anxiety in social situations. This can include fear of being judged, embarrassed, or scrutinized by others. Dr. Downs employs cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) to help clients identify and challenge negative thought patterns that contribute to social anxiety. She also integrates exposure therapy, a CBT method that gradually exposes clients to feared social situations in a controlled and supportive environment, helping them build confidence and reduce anxiety.
In addition to CBT and exposure therapy, Dr. Downs incorporates mindfulness techniques to enhance self-awareness and emotional regulation. Her holistic approach ensures that treatment is tailored to each client’s unique needs, promoting long-term recovery and improved social functioning.
Dr. Downs provides a compassionate and empathetic therapeutic environment where clients can feel safe to explore their fears and develop effective coping strategies. She also offers telehealth services in over 40 states, making it convenient for clients to access high-quality care from the comfort of their own homes. Dr. Downs is dedicated to helping individuals with social anxiety achieve greater confidence and lead more fulfilling social lives.
21 Years Experience
Online in Riverside, MD
Social Anxiety
Dr. George Lough
Psychologist, Ph.D., S.E.P.
Being afraid of social situations severely restricts our ability to find and form relationships with others, and essential part of being a person. Having support in dealing with this problem can help you become more confident, learn social skills, and being less fearful of social situations.
48 Years Experience
Online in Riverside, MD (Online Only)
Social Anxiety
Kiersten Lipinski
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW-C
I can help individuals with social anxiety by providing a safe and supportive space to explore their fears and challenges. Together, we’ll work on managing anxiety, shifting negative thought patterns, and learning practical skills to navigate social interactions, so that social anxiety no longer holds you back from living a fulfilling life.
7 Years Experience
Online in Riverside, MD (Online Only)
Social Anxiety
Reginald K. Riggins
Psychologist, PhD
I have over ten years of experience assisting client's with social anxiety. I use both a behavioral and cognitive approach to alleviate this concern and cultivate skills to maintain positive change by using exposure therapy.
7 Years Experience
Online in Riverside, MD (Online Only)
Social Anxiety
Dr. Walter J. Matweychuk
Psychologist, Ph.D.
People with social anxiety often have a number of self-defeating attitudes that underpin their social anxiety. First, they wrongly think they must perform perfectly well. They also usually think that they need the approval of significant others, that it is awful to experience disapproval and failure. They also tend to wrongly believe that rejection and failure prove they are inadequate as people. I teach you that yes there are practical implications of disapproval and failure, but there need not be unhealthy anxiety about these consequences. I teach healthy attitudes toward one's self, one's rejections and failures. I teach you to have a desire to be accepted by others and do well but to accept yourself unconditionally even when you are rejected and fail.
36 Years Experience
Online in Riverside, MD
Social Anxiety
Kimberly Dudley
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
Social anxiety can make everyday interactions feel overwhelming and leave you constantly worrying about how others perceive you. Together, we’ll work to understand the root causes of your anxiety, challenge unhelpful thought patterns, build confidence in social situations, and help you engage more comfortably and authentically with others.
15 Years Experience
Online in Riverside, MD
Social Anxiety
Rivers of Hope Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor
We provide support for individuals experiencing social anxiety, helping clients manage fear, self-consciousness, and discomfort in social situations. Our recommended therapists guide clients in building confidence, improving communication skills, and developing coping strategies to engage more comfortably in relationships, work, and daily life. Through therapy, clients learn to navigate social interactions with greater ease and self-assurance.
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6 Years Experience
Online in Riverside, MD
Social Anxiety therapists in Riverside, Maryland Statistics
Social Anxiety therapists in Riverside, Maryland average 17 years of experience and charge around $205 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Social Anxiety (100%), Anxiety or Fears (97%), and Depression (82%).
Average years in practice
17 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$205
Gender ID
| 61% |
Female |
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| 35% |
Male |
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| 3% |
Non-Binary |
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| 1% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 55% |
In Person and Online |
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| 45% |
Online Only |
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Top Specialties
| 100% | Social Anxiety |
| 97% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 82% | Depression |
| 78% | Stress |
| 69% | Self Esteem |
| 58% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 57% | Loss or Grief |