Online Social Anxiety therapists in Abbotsford, Victoria VIC, Australia AU
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Social Anxiety
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 Abbotsford, VIC (Online Only)
Social Anxiety
Aaron Kapin
Somatic Experiencing Practitioner, SEP, LMT
For some people, their social anxiety is largely a physical response: Their heart pounds, their palms get sweaty, they get so flooded with stress hormones that it's hard for them to think straight.
We can work together to teach the body how to move more efficiently through that stress so it can feel safer sooner...and better yet, start addressing the original trigger so that social situations don't need to cause such a stressful reaction to beging with.
11 Years Experience
Online in Abbotsford, VIC (Online Only)
Social Anxiety
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 Abbotsford, VIC
Social Anxiety
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 Abbotsford, VIC
Social Anxiety
Mitchell Kovacs
Counsellor/Therapist, Level 2 Counsellor (ACA)
Social anxiety is an important topic to discuss because it’s common, often invisible, highly limiting, and very treatable—yet many people suffer in silence.
5 Years Experience
Online in Abbotsford, VIC (Online Only)
Social Anxiety
The Becoming Practice
Counsellor/Therapist, M Couns; BSocSc (Psychology)
I support clients experiencing social anxiety by exploring the thoughts, fears, and situations that feel overwhelming. Together, we develop coping strategies, build confidence, and practice skills to engage with others more comfortably and authentically.
0 Years Experience
Online in Abbotsford, VIC (Online Only)
Social Anxiety
Kristen Bayliss
Psychologist, Registered Psychologist, BSc, MA
Social anxiety is used to describe feelings of anxiety and fear that occur in response to social situations. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), is commonly used to treat social anxiety disorder. CBT teaches you different ways of thinking, behaving, and reacting to situations to help you feel less anxious and fearful.
28 Years Experience
Online in Abbotsford, VIC
Social Anxiety
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 Abbotsford, VIC
Social Anxiety
Scott Stalley Realistic Counselling
Counsellor/Therapist, GradDipBA, GradDipMgmt(Learning), AdvDipOHS, DipCouns, DipQA, CertIV TAE
Social anxiety can make everyday interactions feel overwhelming or unsafe. I help clients understand their fears, challenge unhelpful thoughts, and build confidence in social situations.
With gentle, practical strategies, you can learn to feel more comfortable, grounded, and connected.
5 Years Experience
Online in Abbotsford, VIC
Social Anxiety
Sudeva Hawkes
Registered Psychotherapist, Registered Clinical Counsellor, B.Couns., MNCPS Accred. , PACFA Reg.
Social Anxiety is perhaps just a complicated way to say you feel uncomfortable around people. It's a pretty common phenomenon, but for some of us it gets out of hand. Fortunately, there are ways to meet it and we can explore some of them and find out what works for you.
29 Years Experience
Online in Abbotsford, VIC (Online Only)
Social Anxiety
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 Abbotsford, VIC (Online Only)
Social Anxiety
Birgit Schreiber Dr
Psychologist, PhD and MA in Psychology
Our approach includes a gentle step by step approach - using small but deft steps towards a more satisfying social life.
26 Years Experience
Online in Abbotsford, VIC (Online Only)
Social Anxiety
RAISE Counselling and Therapy
Counsellor/Therapist, MCouns, BComm, GradCertDevTrauma, DipCommWelf, DipCommServ
Jo provides counselling for social anxiety, supporting individuals who experience intense fear of judgement, embarrassment or rejection in social or performance situations. She understands how social anxiety can impact work, relationships and everyday confidence. Using emotionally focused and evidence-based strategies, Jo helps clients identify triggers, build regulation skills and gradually increase confidence in social interactions. Therapy focuses on reducing avoidance, strengthening self-trust and creating sustainable strategies for navigating social environments with greater ease.
18 Years Experience
Online in Abbotsford, VIC
Social Anxiety
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 Abbotsford, VIC
Social Anxiety
Chris Wallace
Psychologist, MAPS
I apply Acceptance and Commitment Therapy strategies to help overcome fears and develop meaningfully relationships.
10 Years Experience
Online in Abbotsford, VIC
Social Anxiety
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 Abbotsford, VIC
Social Anxiety
Maryam Zafari
Counsellor/Therapist, MCoun, ACA & PACFA Registered, Certified Addiction, Certified Clinical Trauma Professionals
Using CBT and ACT approaches, I help clients identify and reframe the underlying thoughts driving social anxiety while gradually building skills to face fears with courage, enabling them to move forward despite discomfort.
12 Years Experience
Online in Abbotsford, VIC (Online Only)
Social Anxiety
Tawney Bevilacqua
Registered Psychotherapist, Bachelor of Counselling and Integrative Psychotherapy, Bachelor of Gender Studies/Creative Writing
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 Abbotsford, VIC
Social Anxiety
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 Abbotsford, VIC
Social Anxiety
Grounded Space Counselling
Licensed Professional Counsellor, Graduate Diploma Trauma Informed Processwork Psychotherapy (Process Oriented Psychology), Diploma Counselling, Somatic Experiencing Cert II/III
When it comes to social anxiety the client-therapist relationship is an integral part of healing and can within itself, serve as a supportive and validating resource throughout the therapeutic process, fostering a sense of trust and empowerment for clients as they work towards integrating all aspects of themselves for greater self-awareness and clarity. Social anxiety can be extremely impactful and debilitating to anyone who has experienced it. The fear of social situations and interactions can manifest in a variety of ways with symptoms ranging from sweating, trembling, rapid heart rate and difficulty speaking to a complete withdrawal from all social interactions. This can stem from a fear of being judged, embarrassed, or of being rejected by others to underlaying issues such as trauma and low self-esteem. I provide a safe, compassionate and understanding space to help support and completely guide you to identify the root cause of the anxiety and welcome you to reach out through whatever means of communication you feel comfortable, so we can schedule a time to have a chat.
6 Years Experience
Online in Abbotsford, VIC
Social Anxiety therapists in Abbotsford, Victoria, Australia Statistics
Social Anxiety therapists in Abbotsford, Victoria, Australia average 13 years of experience and charge around $175 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Social Anxiety (100%), Anxiety or Fears (91%), and Stress (85%).
Average years in practice
13 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$175
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 |
| 85% | Stress |
| 85% | Depression |
| 83% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 83% | Self Esteem |
| 72% | Loss or Grief |