Online Social Anxiety therapists in Hickory, North Carolina NC
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Social Anxiety
Ashton Burdick
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, MA, NCC, LCMHC
I enjoy helping individuals who struggle with social anxiety, "shyness", or introversion. As a life-long introvert and socially anxious person, I understand how hard it can be to get through some social situations. I can help you build skills to manage the anxiety and awkwardness, as well as improve acceptance of yourself.
11 Years Experience
Online in Hickory, NC
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 Hickory, NC (Online Only)
Social Anxiety
Patricia Tuohy
Counselor/Therapist, M.S. LCMHC Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor and EMDR Certified Therapist
Social anxiety can cause you to suffer in silence. We will work together to help you overcome the symptoms of anxiety and feel empowered to take steps towards taking your power back
24 Years Experience
Online in Hickory, NC (Online Only)
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 Hickory, NC (Online Only)
Social Anxiety
Rick Brodsky
Psychologist, PsyD, MA
Social anxiety can block us from the way we would like to live our lives. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy provide many approaches to decreasing social anxiety.
24 Years Experience
Online in Hickory, NC (Online Only)
Social Anxiety
Dr. Jeffrey Huttman
Psychologist, Ph.D.
As a licensed psychologist, I specialize in treating social anxiety and related difficulties. I utilize an eclectic blend of CBT, DBT, mindfulness and relaxation techniques to help guide those struggling to feel relief.
23 Years Experience
Online in Hickory, NC
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 Hickory, NC
Social Anxiety
Rachel Losoff
Psychologist, PhD
I specialize in helping individuals overcome social anxiety and build confidence in social situations. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral techniques with exposure therapy, helping clients challenge negative thought patterns and gradually face feared social scenarios in a supportive environment. Through our work together, clients learn to develop practical coping strategies, improve their social skills, and cultivate a more positive self-image, enabling them to engage more comfortably and authentically in social interactions.
18 Years Experience
Online in Hickory, NC (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 Hickory, NC
Social Anxiety
Robert Brown
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Are you ready to navigate social situations with greater ease and confidence? I offer compassionate and evidence-based counseling to help you understand and overcome the challenges of social anxiety. Together, we can develop practical strategies to reduce discomfort and build the fulfilling connections you deserve.
34 Years Experience
Online in Hickory, NC (Online Only)
Social Anxiety
Ross Kellogg, LMFT
Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Individual, Marriage, and Family Therapist (LMFT)
Social anxiety can often feel like an unwelcome burden and that it keeps life more limited than you would like. I will support you in reliving these symptoms through the use of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to first build tools to better manage symptoms in the present and will follow that with psychodynamic work to support greater insight and lasting change.
12 Years Experience
Online in Hickory, NC (Online Only)
Social Anxiety
Jason Holland
Psychologist, Ph.D.
Social anxiety can make conversations and everyday interactions feel tense and exhausting. We will look at what you fear will happen and the habits that keep anxiety reinforced, like avoidance or overthinking. I help clients develop skills for managing anxiety in the moment and gradually feel more comfortable in social settings so connection becomes easier and less draining.
25 Years Experience
Online in Hickory, NC
Social Anxiety
Dr. Jillian Mahatha
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Ph.D., LCMHC, NCC, ACS, CCTP
I specialize in supporting children, adolescents, and adults experiencing social anxiety. I help clients develop confidence, improve social skills, manage anxious thoughts, and build effective coping strategies to feel more comfortable and engaged in their relationships and daily lives.
14 Years Experience
Online in Hickory, NC (Online Only)
Social Anxiety
Stephanie Larsen @ Healthy Minds Psychology Group
Psychologist, PsyD
Hi! Congratulations on taking the first step in your journey of caring more deeply for yourself! I specialize in working with adolescents and young adults working to overcome their significant anxiety and free their life from constant worry. Social anxiety is characterized by a fear of social perception or judgment and can be overwhelming and depressing as it can hold you back from what you truly want to achieve or what you have to offer the world. I work with individuals to find their confidence and voice again. It can be scary, but sometimes the scariest things are the most rewarding! Ultimately, I strongly believe in building a close therapeutic relationship where you can feel safe to explore and move past your anxious thought patterns, learn to support yourself, become more confident in your identity and purpose, and my goal is to help you achieve the goals you've set out to meet! Feel free to reach out and see if we can be a good fit to help move you closer to your goals and relief!
14 Years Experience
Online in Hickory, NC
Social Anxiety
GRIS ALVES
Counselor/Therapist, Compassionate Inquiry, Trauma Informed Mindfulness Teacher
I help clients address social anxiety with a compassionate, trauma-informed approach, exploring the roots of fear and self-consciousness. Together, we build confidence, regulation, and comfort in social situations.
11 Years Experience
Online in Hickory, NC
Social Anxiety
Cecelia Myers
Counselor/Therapist, LCMHC (North Carolina), LPC (Georgia), LPC (South Carolina)
I strive to provide a non-threatening environment to practice social skills and form new relationships. Social anxiety can be difficult to navigate. We can change our ways of thinking to increase our feelings of self worth and courage.
17 Years Experience
Online in Hickory, NC
Social Anxiety
Richard Scott, Ph.D.
Psychologist, Ph.D.
Social anxiety can make everyday interactions feel overwhelming — whether it’s speaking up in a meeting, attending a social gathering, or just being yourself around others. You might worry constantly about being judged or saying the wrong thing, which can lead to avoidance and isolation. Therapy provides a supportive space to understand where this anxiety comes from, challenge unhelpful thought patterns, and build confidence in social situations. If you're ready to feel more at ease and connected, I’m here to help you get there.
20 Years Experience
Online in Hickory, NC
Social Anxiety
Karen Queller
Art Therapist, M.A Expressive Arts Therapy
Discover what your unique process is and how it can actually help you transform social anxiety, develop self-expression, build confidence, and cultivate authentic connections with others.
7 Years Experience
Online in Hickory, NC
Social Anxiety
Her Healing Therapy PLLC
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, MS, LCMHC
I help women with social anxiety build confidence and feel more at ease in social and professional settings. Therapy focuses on understanding fear patterns, reducing self-consciousness, and developing practical skills for communication and connection. Using evidence-based and nervous system regulation tools, I support clients in challenging anxious thoughts, increasing self-trust, and engaging more comfortably and authentically with others.
11 Years Experience
Online in Hickory, NC (Online Only)
Social Anxiety
Alexander Tice
Psychologist, PsyD
Dr. Tice specializes in treating all anxiety disorders, including social anxiety, through the use of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), which are the most effective treatments for these issues.
8 Years Experience
Online in Hickory, NC
Social Anxiety therapists in Hickory, North Carolina Statistics
Social Anxiety therapists in Hickory, North Carolina average 16 years of experience and charge around $202 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Social Anxiety (100%), Anxiety or Fears (97%), and Depression (83%).
Average years in practice
16 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$202
Gender ID
| 60% |
Female |
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| 35% |
Male |
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| 4% |
Non-Binary |
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| 1% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 52% |
In Person and Online |
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| 48% |
Online Only |
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Top Specialties
| 100% | Social Anxiety |
| 97% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 83% | Depression |
| 79% | Stress |
| 71% | Self Esteem |
| 62% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 56% | Loss or Grief |