Online Social Anxiety therapists in Buffalo, New York NY
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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 Buffalo, NY
Social Anxiety
Patricia Petrone
Registered Psychotherapist, LMHC, NCC, CMHIMP, CNC
Social Anxiety can often be debilitating, affecting your relationships, your leisure time, and even your career. There is hope and help waiting for you! I am dedicated to helping those who are struggling to regain their lives. Call or text me today.
18 Years Experience
Online in Buffalo, NY
Social Anxiety
Allison Falzone
Therapist, LMSW
Social anxiety can impact so many areas of life. Fear of judgment, overthinking conversations, self-consciousness, and avoidance can make social, professional, and dating situations feel overwhelming. Using evidence-based approaches including CBT, ACT, and exposure-based strategies, I help clients build confidence and feel more comfortable engaging in the relationships and opportunities that matter to them.
4 Years Experience
Online in Buffalo, NY
Social Anxiety
Healing Space Therapy Collective
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC-QS, CST
We support clients in reducing avoidance patterns, building confidence in social settings, and strengthening communication skills.
11 Years Experience
Online in Buffalo, NY
Social Anxiety
Mary Knoblock, DNH
Hypnotherapist, DNH, RTT Practitioner, Hypnotist, Holistic Naturopath Practitioner, Spiritual Counselor
We help reduce your social anxiety and help you find your inner strength and self confidence to be comfortable in social settings again. RTT, Hypnosis, the emotion code, health coaching and spiritual counseling can all help you feel better and move through the social anxiety.
11 Years Experience
Online in Buffalo, NY (Online Only)
Social Anxiety
Brielle Layden
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
Social Anxiety can feel debilitating and often prevents us from having the kinds of relationships and experiences we are worthy of. Given the pandemic and the subsequent isolation, your social anxiety might feel more intense or, you are simply struggling to reconnect with your social self. I will help you identify the root causes of this anxiety and provide you with coping strategies to ease the fearful response and increase your confidence.
11 Years Experience
Online in Buffalo, NY
Social Anxiety
Dr. David Amarel
Psychologist, Ph.D.
My training & experience ranges from psychotherapy & assessment of adults, couples, & teens to counseling persons with AIDS & survivors of trauma with acute PTSD. Whether you seek to overcome a specific trauma or to break a chronic life pattern, to work toward achieving your purpose, I will meet you where you are at. For social anxiety, focusing on behavioral changes will be key.
32 Years Experience
Online in Buffalo, NY
Social Anxiety
Jennifer Bearden
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
If the fear of judgment keeps you isolated, our work is designed to help you reconnect with confidence. We’ll partner to identify and restructure the fear-based thoughts that fuel your anxiety. Using a "parts work" approach, we will gently explore the protective inner system and connect with the source of the anxiety—often a young, vulnerable, or shamed "part" that developed to keep you safe from perceived social threat. This work is gently paced and respects your need for safety as you learn to unhook from the endless cycle of rumination and choose to engage in your life according to your values.
26 Years Experience
Online in Buffalo, NY
Social Anxiety
Three Oaks Behavioral Health & Wellness
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, LCMHC, LCAS
Helping individuals reduce fear in social situations and build confidence in interactions.
7 Years Experience
Online in Buffalo, NY
Social Anxiety
Lauren Palumbo
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC
Do you want connection but find yourself caught in cycles of overthinking, self-doubt, or avoidance? Social interactions might feel overwhelming, where the fear of judgment holds you back from being fully yourself. In our work together, we’ll help you feel safer in your own skin, more confident in your relationships, and able to show up in your life the way you truly want to.
4 Years Experience
Online in Buffalo, NY (Online Only)
Social Anxiety
Creative Now Therapy, Cris Maria Fort Garcés
Registered Psychotherapist, LCAT, ATR-BC, Gestalt Psychotherapy Certified, Developmental Somatic Psychotherapy Certified, Hakomi Somatic Practitioner
Social anxiety can make everyday interactions feel overwhelming, racing thoughts, frozen silence, or fear of being judged. I help sensitive adults explore the roots of that fear and gently shift it using body-based practices, somatic therapy, and relational healing. Together, we build self-trust and regulation so you can feel more confident and connected without masking who you are.
18 Years Experience
Online in Buffalo, NY (Online Only)
Social Anxiety
MERLYN HURD PHD QEEG D
Psychologist, PHD; QEEG D BCB, BCN
Social skills are one of the major issues that clients have recently come in for, whether it is realized or not. Our work is not only to help them to recognize it but to also address these issues.
40 Years Experience
Online in Buffalo, NY
Social Anxiety
Yuanfei Zhang
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC
Social anxiety can make even simple interactions feel like a performance. I help clients slow down, understand their patterns, and gradually build confidence through real-world practice, so that connecting with others starts to feel more natural and less exhausting.
4 Years Experience
Online in Buffalo, NY (Online Only)
Social Anxiety
Tête Therapy
Counselor/Therapist
Feeling anxious in social situations can lead to avoidance and isolation. We help you identify the thoughts and fears that fuel social anxiety and work toward small, achievable steps to face them. Over time, therapy builds confidence, comfort, and a greater sense of freedom in connection.
7 Years Experience
Online in Buffalo, NY
Social Anxiety
Madeline Salerno
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
Madeline works with clients experiencing social anxiety, fear of judgment, and difficulty connecting with others in social or professional settings.
10 Years Experience
Online in Buffalo, NY
Social Anxiety
Talking Works
Counselor/Therapist, LMSW, LMHC, LCSW
We have many therapists who are experienced in working with social anxiety. Please take a look at our general statement here and our website: https://talkingworkscounseling.com/
14 Years Experience
Online in Buffalo, NY
Social Anxiety
Shayda Ewalt
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
Social anxiety often develops from experiences of rejection, criticism, or feeling unsafe in relationships. It was not simply "shyness" but a protective response rooted in fear of judgment or harm. Therapy helps you understand the origins of these fears while building internal safety and confidence in relational spaces.
10 Years Experience
Online in Buffalo, NY (Online Only)
Social Anxiety
Manhattan Mental Health Counseling
Counselor/Therapist, LMHC
Our compassionate therapists specialize in social anxiety.
18 Years Experience
Online in Buffalo, NY
Social Anxiety
Michael Nakhla
Psychiatrist, MD
Social anxiety goes beyond normal nervousness—it can significantly limit your career, relationships, and life experiences. I provide specialized treatment that addresses the fear of judgment and negative evaluation that fuels social anxiety. Through a combination of therapeutic techniques and medication management when appropriate, I'll help you build confidence and skills to engage more fully in social and professional situations.
9 Years Experience
Online in Buffalo, NY
Social Anxiety
Susana Scotti, Journey Psychotherapy
Psychologist, PhD
Social anxiety can make everyday interactions feel stressful, intimidating, or even overwhelming. You might worry about being judged, embarrassed, or saying the “wrong” thing, leading you to avoid social situations, overthink conversations, or feel stuck in cycles of self-doubt. Over time, this can impact relationships, work, and your ability to feel confident and at ease around others. As a clinical psychologist, specializing in trauma, mood disorders and addiction, I help individuals understand and overcome social anxiety in a supportive, nonjudgmental environment. Together, we explore the underlying patterns that maintain anxiety, such as attachment anxiety, negative core beliefs about the self, fear of evaluation, and avoidance, and work toward building confidence and flexibility in social situations. My approach is integrative, utilizing evidence-based treatments, including dialectical behavior therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy and exposure therapy, while also incorporating depth oriented strategies to address root causes. We’ll move at a pace that feels manageable, helping you develop practical skills incrementally to navigate social interactions with greater ease and authenticity. With the right support, it’s possible to feel more comfortable being yourself, engage more fully in relationships, and approach social situations with increased confidence rather than fear.
13 Years Experience
Online in Buffalo, NY (Online Only)
Buffalo's post-industrial economy and harsh winters contribute to elevated rates of depression and seasonal mood challenges, and therapists here are experienced in working with these climate-related patterns. The city has a strong community identity and a sizable working-class population, with therapists frequently addressing grief, economic stress, relationship issues, and intergenerational family dynamics. The University at Buffalo and Erie County Medical Center provide institutional mental health resources, while private practices serve those seeking longer-term therapeutic relationships. Buffalo's proximity to Canada and its large Rust Belt peer cities also shapes a regional resilience that many therapists draw on in their work.
Social Anxiety therapists in Buffalo, New York Statistics
Social Anxiety therapists in Buffalo, New York average 15 years of experience and charge around $206 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Social Anxiety (100%), Anxiety or Fears (94%), and Depression (86%).
Average years in practice
15 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$206
Gender ID
| 63% |
Female |
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| 31% |
Male |
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| 4% |
Non-Binary |
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| 2% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 56% |
In Person and Online |
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| 44% |
Online Only |
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Top Specialties
| 100% | Social Anxiety |
| 94% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 86% | Depression |
| 80% | Stress |
| 75% | Self Esteem |
| 70% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 64% | Loss or Grief |