Online Social Anxiety therapists in Townsville City, Queensland QLD, Australia AU
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Alicia Adam
Registered Psychotherapist, Masters of Psychotherapy and Counselling, Bachelors of Psychology
Our self esteem and past experiences impact how we perceive others perceiving us. Our perception of another often being the precipitating factor of social anxiety. Anxiety based on assumptions and narratives created through past experience however no longer reflecting the present. We will focus on naming unhelping stories and thoughts so we can de identify with them. This gives us the opportunity create new perceptions that witness us as desired, secure and detached from worries based on other peoples thoughts & opinions.
6 Years Experience
Online in Townsville City, QLD
Dr Israel Berger
Therapist, MBBS, FRANZCP, PGCert(Youth Mental Health), MPsych, PhD(Psych), CCTP
Anxiety and phobias can be debilitating. While CBT and mindfulness can be helpful, they are not the only treatment for anxiety. I tailor my approach to your needs.
20 Years Experience
Online in Townsville City, QLD
Dr. Antonio D'Costa
Registered Psychotherapist, M.B.B.S, M.D. (Paediatrics)
I specialize in pediatric medicine and trauma-focused therapy using EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing). My work centers on supporting children, adolescents, and adults through grief, anxiety, behavioral challenges, and the lingering effects of difficult experiences.
As a pediatrician, I've seen how unprocessed trauma shows up in young lives- through sleep troubles, feeding issues, social withdrawal, and emotional struggles. EMDR offers a gentle, research-backed path to healing that goes beyond words.
With EMDRIA-approved training and my pediatric experience, I help families navigate some of their most challenging moments. Whether it's a child struggling with grief, an adolescent facing anxiety, or an adult working through long-held wounds, my approach blends medical expertise with compassionate, evidence-based care.
I'm passionate about making mental health support accessible- offering teletherapy across India and internationally, with subsidized sessions available for those who need them.
Let's connect if you're looking for trauma-informed support, professional collaboration, or referrals for children and families in need.
3 Years Experience
Online in Townsville City, QLD (Online Only)
Uri Bookman
Counsellor/Therapist, Trauma-Informed Relationship Counsellor, Therapeutic coach
Hi, I’m Uri Bookman — a registered clinical counsellor (PACFA 30041), therapist and coach. Social anxiety can make even simple interactions feel overwhelming or exhausting.
I help clients reduce fear and self-criticism, practise new relational skills, and grow their confidence in social situations. Our work combines gentle exploration of underlying patterns with practical tools you can use in daily life.
If you’d like support in moving past social anxiety and into more freedom, let’s connect.
8 Years Experience
Online in Townsville City, QLD (Online Only)
Marianna Trezza -The Growing mindset
Counsellor/Therapist, MA (Hons), Adv Dip. Counsel. & Psychoth.,Dip. Hypnoth., X-Cultural Adaptation Coun. Reg. BACP 572613
For many women living abroad, social anxiety is not simply about shyness or lack of confidence.
Sometimes it develops slowly after years of constantly adapting between languages, cultures, expectations and different versions of oneself.
Many Italian women living abroad become highly skilled at monitoring themselves socially:
how they sound,
how they are perceived,
whether they are “too much”,
too emotional,
too foreign,
too different.
Over time, this constant self-monitoring can leave the nervous system in a subtle but chronic state of alertness.
Even simple social situations may begin to feel emotionally exhausting.
Not necessarily because a woman lacks social skills, but because some part of her body has learned that belonging often depends on careful adaptation.
I work especially with women who feel fragmented between cultures and identities, and who long to feel more relaxed, authentic and emotionally safe in relationships and social spaces.
My approach is warm, reflective and nervous-system-informed, integrating psychotherapy, hypnotherapy, embodiment, nature-based practices and emotional regulation work to help women reconnect with a deeper sense of ease, self-trust and belonging.
23 Years Experience
Online in Townsville City, QLD
Rana Salloum - Relationships & Diversity (Sentient)
Counsellor/Therapist, Counsellor, MA, ACA-L3
I work with clients on a range of issues relating to social anxiety.
18 Years Experience
Online in Townsville City, QLD
Quatro Wellbeing - Couples & Relationships- Individuals- EMDR- Relational Psychotherapy
Registered Psychotherapist, Clinical Psychotherapist, Clinical EMDR Practitioner, Accredited Gottman Relationship Therapist
Our immediate goal is to help alleviate emotional pain and confusion and to build self confidence and coping skills. To do this we specialise in short, to long term, psychodynamic psychotherapy which consist of a series of conversations between you and your therapist.
These conversations are conducted with sensitivity, warmth and understanding in the confidential space of our consulting rooms or if preferred via Telehealth.
Our work is informed by a variety of contemporary psychological models of therapy. Most notable of these being the Conversational Model. This means we explore with you how past experiences and learned behaviour come together to influence your present day thinking and the effect that has on your future life goals and expectations. Whatever approach is best suited to you is framed around your specific needs and treatment plan that we build in collaboration with you. Our hope is the the work we do together will assist in integrating all parts of your psychological life and be demonstrated in your improved self care and life choices.
Areas of special interest include:
Trauma and PTSD and CPTSD
Anxiety (including phobias, panic attacks, generalised anxiety, social anxiety)
Relationship concerns and ruptures in the bond
Attachment issues
Improving self-esteem
Stress management
Grief and Loss
Healing from emotional abuse
Healing from childhood abuse
Depression
Mental Health disorders
31 Years Experience
Online in Townsville City, QLD
Chris Wallace
Psychologist, MAPS
I apply Acceptance and Commitment Therapy strategies to help overcome fears and develop meaningfully relationships.
10 Years Experience
Online in Townsville City, QLD
Rosette Rouhana Art Therapy
Art Therapist, Bachelor of Art Therapy
Hello and welcome! I am a registered Arts Therapist and counsellor based in Sydney. I provide art therapy and counselling to individuals diagnosed or living with social anxiety. Through my practice, I make an intentional commitment to support individuals in their health and wellbeing journey. My mission is to enrich and empower the lives of others through creativity and connection. My passion for expressive creative arts has inspired me to further explore how art can be used as a tool for healing, and the ways it can be used in mental health recovery as a psychotherapeutic modality.
3 Years Experience
Online in Townsville City, QLD
Tawney Bevilacqua
Registered Psychotherapist
Working with social anxiety requires a deep level of trust between client and therapist. I approach this relationship with great patience and care, and respecting the role anxiety has played for your survival. I also believe that we are living in challenging times, full of uncertainty, and that the issues that are arising in each of us are part of the broader climate of our world. My approach with all clients is about understanding who they are, what has shaped them, and what they need now. Looking holistically at development, intergenerational inheritance, and the broader systems which govern us can be part of the process of cultivating self-compassion and ultimately releasing oneself from the grip of anxiety.
1 Years Experience
Online in Townsville City, QLD
In Bloom Psychology
Psychologist, Master of Psychology (Clinical)
We support adults with social anxiety to explore the origins, create perspective, identify strengths and create a gradual exposure plan for healthy social risks.
21 Years Experience
Online in Townsville City, QLD
HDH Clinical Hypnotherapy & Counselling
Hypnotherapist, BHMSc, Adv Dip CH&Psyc, NLP, Dip Couns
I specialise in providing compassionate and personalised support for individuals experiencing social anxiety. I understand the deep impact social anxiety can have on every aspect of life, from personal relationships to professional opportunities. In our sessions, I create a safe and confidential space where you can feel understood and supported, free from judgment. Through a combination of hypnotherapy and counselling techniques, my approach is tailored specifically to you, aiming to address the root causes of your anxiety, enhance your confidence, and improve your ability to engage in social situations. My commitment is to guide you towards a life where social anxiety no longer limits you, empowering you to connect more freely with others and embrace new experiences with confidence and resilience.
9 Years Experience
Online in Townsville City, QLD
Dr Rachel Hannam
Psychologist, PhD Psychology
I help individuals with social anxiety reduce fear of social situations, challenge unhelpful thoughts, and build confidence in social interactions through evidence-based strategies.
14 Years Experience
Online in Townsville City, QLD
Katie Waller
Psychologist, BPsych (Hons), MA ClinPsych
I have helped those struggling with social anxiety, fear of embarrassment, and a lack of confidence for a decade so understand the toll anxiety can have on your quality of life, but I also know that there is so much room for positive change when the right help is provided. I have extensive training in evidence-based therapy and have supported countless clients to overcome their fears. It is my passion!
12 Years Experience
Online in Townsville City, QLD
Mathew Bergan
Registered Psychotherapist, Psychotherapist and Counsellor (Grad Dip)
I support clients experiencing social anxiety by creating a safe, non-judgmental space to explore fears, triggers, self-consciousness, and avoidance patterns. Together, we develop practical strategies and coping tools to manage overwhelm, and engage more comfortably in social situations. My approach integrates emotional and embodied awareness, helping you reduce anxiety, and strengthen connection with yourself and others.
10 Years Experience
Online in Townsville City, QLD
INSIDE OUT COUNSELLING
Counsellor/Therapist, Trauma and Anxiety Counselling, Christian Counselling, TRTP Practitioner, Couples Counselling
Together, we will find and resolve the root causes of your social anxiety (or general anxiety). Doing a lot of research in neuroscience and learning how the brain and body work together, I will be able to take you through transformational methods and give you practical strategies to live a life of peace and feeling more in control.
8 Years Experience
Online in Townsville City, QLD
Jaya Bhaskar - Ropana Allied Health
Counsellor/Therapist, Counsellor/Psychotherapist, ACA-L3
Embark on a journey of self-discovery and confidence-building. Our personalised approach offers a safe and nurturing space to explore underlying fears, develop coping strategies, and cultivate social skills. Whether you're struggling with social interactions, public speaking, or everyday situations, we're here to empower you to break free from the grip of anxiety and thrive in social settings.
4 Years Experience
Online in Townsville City, QLD
Counselling Mediation & Relationship Centre
Marriage and Family Therapist, B.Coun,Graddip Family Dispute resolution FDRP
Counselling for social anxiety helps to break the cycle of anxiety, as we gradually face what we fear and use the skills learned in session to manage the anxious thoughts and feelings.
16 Years Experience
Online in Townsville City, QLD
Mairead Cleary
Registered Psychotherapist, Masters in Gestalt Therapy
Social anxiety can feel incredibly exposing, like there's nowhere to hide. Introducing ourselves to a bunch of people or saying our name in a group can feel like a terrifying and even life-threatening task. And that's before we even get to giving a public talk.
There's usually a fear of being judged, criticised or shamed. And the fear of the anxiety arising in company is usually more debilitating than the anxiety itself. The important thing to know is that it's a very normal fear, and that lots of people experience it.
8 Years Experience
Online in Townsville City, QLD (Online Only)
Chris Chicoteau
Counsellor/Therapist, Master of Counselling, IFS Level 2
Understand the role social anxiety is playing in your life and develop ways to address it.
16 Years Experience
Online in Townsville City, QLD
Social Anxiety therapists in Townsville City, Queensland, Australia Statistics
Social Anxiety therapists in Townsville City, Queensland, Australia average 13 years of experience and charge around $174 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Social Anxiety (100%), Anxiety or Fears (91%), and Stress (87%).
Average years in practice
13 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$174
Gender ID
| 53% |
Female |
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| 41% |
Male |
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| 4% |
Gender Fluid |
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| 2% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 70% |
In Person and Online |
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| 30% |
Online Only |
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Top Specialties
| 100% | Social Anxiety |
| 91% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 87% | Stress |
| 85% | Depression |
| 85% | Self Esteem |
| 85% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 74% | Loss or Grief |