Online Social Anxiety therapists in Elizabeth, New Jersey NJ
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Social Anxiety
Guy J Iacono
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
Social anxiety is more than shyness or being introverted. It is a persistent fear of being judged, embarrassed, or seen in a negative light that makes ordinary social situations feel genuinely threatening. For many men, it shows up as dreading conversations, avoiding situations where attention might land on them, replaying interactions afterward looking for what went wrong, or holding back in professional and personal settings in ways that quietly limit their lives.
The frustrating part is that social anxiety often coexists with real capability. Many of the men I work with are intelligent, self-aware, and accomplished in other areas. The anxiety is not about lacking social skills. It is about a deeply ingrained pattern of threat perception that fires in situations where it does not need to, and a set of avoidance behaviors that provide short term relief while making the anxiety stronger over time.
In our work together, we get specific about where social anxiety is showing up, what is driving it, and what it is costing you. We work on the thought patterns that fuel it, build practical skills for navigating the situations you have been avoiding, and develop a more grounded and realistic way of relating to other people and to yourself in social contexts.
My approach is direct and structured. I do not believe in simply processing anxiety indefinitely. I believe in building the kind of confidence that comes from actual experience, supported by the right tools and a clear plan for getting there.
If social anxiety has been holding you back and you are ready to address it, I invite you to schedule a free 15-minute consultation.
10 Years Experience
Online in Elizabeth, NJ
Social Anxiety
Dr. Lois Horowitz
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Ph.D., LCSW
Social anxiety can make your world feel smaller than it should be. Psychotherapy can help you to quiet the 'mental noise' of overthinking so you can stop performing and start feeling like yourself again.
37 Years Experience
Online in Elizabeth, NJ
Social Anxiety
Jonathan Schnapp
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
Social anxiety can make everyday interactions feel high-stakes—leading to overthinking, self-consciousness, and a tendency to avoid situations that might otherwise be meaningful. In therapy, we take time to understand how these patterns developed and what keeps them going, while gently working toward greater comfort and flexibility in social settings. Together, we’ll explore the thoughts and feelings that arise in the moment, and build your capacity to stay present and engaged—so interactions feel less overwhelming and more like an opportunity for genuine connection.
15 Years Experience
Online in Elizabeth, NJ
Social Anxiety
Dr. Cassandra Hutchins
Psychologist, Psy.D.
Do social situations make you feel nervous, self-conscious, or drained? Our therapy for social anxiety helps you build confidence, reduce fear of judgment, and improve social comfort. Through practical coping tools and gradual exposure strategies, we’ll help you feel more at ease connecting with others and expressing yourself authentically.
17 Years Experience
Online in Elizabeth, NJ (Online Only)
Social Anxiety
Rachael Keyser, PsyD
Psychologist, PsyD
Social anxiety can limit opportunities for personal and professional growth. I guide clients in gradually confronting social fears, building confidence, and learning practical skills to reduce anxiety in social settings, so they can experience more meaningful interactions and a fulfilling social life.
4 Years Experience
Online in Elizabeth, NJ
Social Anxiety
Yourdeline Sertyl
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC
Social anxiety can make everyday interactions feel overwhelming. Fear of judgment, overthinking conversations, or avoiding social situations can limit connection. I use structured techniques to reduce anxious patterns while helping you build confidence and authenticity in social and professional environments.
7 Years Experience
Online in Elizabeth, NJ (Online Only)
Social Anxiety
Kaijah Bjorklund
Counselor/Therapist, LPC, LMHC
Social anxiety can quietly shrink your world — you avoid situations, over-rehearse interactions, replay conversations afterward for everything you said wrong, and feel a loneliness that comes from being around people but never quite feeling able to be yourself. This isn't shyness or introversion; it's your nervous system treating social situations as a threat. I work with social anxiety through a combination of nervous system regulation, EMDR, and somatic techniques that help your body learn to feel safer in connection — so you can start showing up more freely, and less managed.
12 Years Experience
Online in Elizabeth, NJ (Online Only)
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 Elizabeth, NJ (Online Only)
Social Anxiety
Dr. Thomas Ballas
Psychologist, PhD; PSYPACT
I am a clinical psychologist with specialized expertise in treating social anxiety. My professional journey includes working in hospital settings, private practice, and serving as a medical officer in the U.S. Army, where I gained invaluable experience addressing diverse mental health concerns. Over the years, I have honed my skills in evidence-based therapies for social anxiety, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), through advanced training at leading military treatment facilities and esteemed private practices.
These experiences have deepened my understanding of the unique challenges posed by social anxiety and strengthened my dedication to providing compassionate, effective care. My mission is to help you overcome the limitations of social anxiety, build confidence, and lead a more connected and meaningful life. Together, we will create a personalized therapeutic plan tailored to your needs, ensuring you feel supported and empowered every step of the way.
10 Years Experience
Online in Elizabeth, NJ
Social Anxiety
Insight Psychological Group
Psychologist, Psy.D.s, LCSWs, LPCs, LCADCs...
Fear of judgement, fear of being awkward, fear of having nothing to say, fear of losing control... These are all ways people experience social anxiety. A good therapist can help a client first achieve insight into where these fears came from, but then put in place an action plan to build confidence and safely help oneself feel more comfortable in social settings.
29 Years Experience
Online in Elizabeth, NJ
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 Elizabeth, NJ (Online Only)
Social Anxiety
April Bieber
Licensed Professional Counselor, CMHC, CPC, LCPC, LMHC, LPC, LPC-MHS, QS (FL)
Social anxiety can make even simple interactions feel overwhelming. I help clients understand their fears, reduce avoidance, and build the confidence to connect more comfortably with others.
17 Years Experience
Online in Elizabeth, NJ (Online Only)
Social Anxiety
Mariana Carabantes, Psy.D.
Psychologist, Licensed Psychologist
People with social anxiety find it very hard to interact with others and will do whatever possible to avoid it. They constantly second guess themselves, and attribute any negative interaction to their own failure to relate. They also anticipate negative consequences even before attempting to interact. Luckily, through cognitive behavioral therapy and behavioral techniques, you can overcome this problem.
16 Years Experience
Online in Elizabeth, NJ
Social Anxiety
Embrace Psychotherapy, LCSW, PLLC
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
I help individuals with social anxiety understand and shift the thought patterns and emotional responses that fuel fear and avoidance. My mission is to support clients in developing coping skills, self-compassion, and grounded confidence so social interactions feel more manageable and authentic.
23 Years Experience
Online in Elizabeth, NJ
Social Anxiety
Full Being Services
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LPC, LCSW, LAPC
At Full Being Services, we understand that social anxiety is more than shyness—it’s a deeply felt fear of judgment, rejection, or inadequacy that can impact work, relationships, and daily life. Our trauma-informed, culturally responsive approach helps clients explore the underlying causes of anxiety while developing practical tools to navigate social situations with confidence.
We work with adolescents, young adults, and adults to build emotional regulation, communication skills, and self-compassion, while gradually expanding comfort and connection in social and professional settings. Therapy focuses on understanding triggers, reframing self-talk, and practicing strategies that make social engagement feel safe and manageable.
Social anxiety counseling at Full Being Services empowers clients to move from avoidance and self-doubt toward meaningful connection, authenticity, and a greater sense of ease in navigating the world.
15 Years Experience
Online in Elizabeth, NJ
Social Anxiety
Dr. Dana Spada
Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Dr. Spada can help you work through your social anxiety. She will help you navigate where it might be stemming from and give you the tools to help you work through it and the space to navigate your emotions.
11 Years Experience
Online in Elizabeth, NJ
Social Anxiety
Peace and Balance Counseling
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
Social anxiety can make interactions feel intimidating and exhausting, leading to avoidance and self-doubt. I work with individuals to understand the thoughts and fears driving social anxiety and develop skills to manage discomfort in social situations. Therapy helps build confidence, improve communication, and foster more meaningful connections with others.
10 Years Experience
Online in Elizabeth, NJ (Online Only)
Social Anxiety
Jason Herr
Psychologist, Psy.D.
I work with individuals struggling with social anxiety, fear of judgment, and difficulty feeling comfortable or confident in social and professional settings. With extensive clinical experience treating anxiety across community mental health and private practice settings, I incorporate biological and neurological education to help clients understand how anxiety affects the brain, body, and nervous system. I also teach practical skills to regulate the sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems, helping reduce reactivity and increase a sense of calm and control. Together, we build confidence, strengthen communication, and learn how to become more comfortable with the inherent lack of control in social environments, supporting more authentic and relaxed engagement.
16 Years Experience
Online in Elizabeth, NJ (Online Only)
Social Anxiety
Seven Hills Psychology
Psychologist, Psychologist
We offer treatment for individuals who experience social anxiety.
18 Years Experience
Online in Elizabeth, NJ
Social Anxiety
Melissa Berschauer
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
It is incredibly exhausting to walk into a room and instantly feel like everyone is judging you, or to spend hours overthinking a casual conversation after it’s already over. Social anxiety loves to make you feel isolated and keep you playing small to avoid embarrassment. We will work together to lower that intense internal pressure, quiet the fear of rejection, and build realistic comfort so you can show up in social or professional spaces without your nervous system going into overdrive.
14 Years Experience
Online in Elizabeth, NJ (Online Only)
Social Anxiety therapists in Elizabeth, New Jersey Statistics
Social Anxiety therapists in Elizabeth, New Jersey average 16 years of experience and charge around $207 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Social Anxiety (100%), Anxiety or Fears (97%), and Depression (85%).
Average years in practice
16 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$207
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 |
| 85% | Depression |
| 82% | Stress |
| 74% | Self Esteem |
| 62% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 59% | Loss or Grief |