Online Social Anxiety therapists in Virginia
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Social Anxiety
Mary W. Prentiss
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Social anxiety can make everyday interactions feel exhausting or overwhelming. I work with clients who experience fear of judgment, embarrassment, rejection, or making mistakes around other people, as well as those who avoid social situations because of anxiety.
Therapy focuses on understanding the anxiety cycle, developing coping skills, building confidence, and gradually becoming more comfortable doing the things that matter to you. My goal is to help you feel less controlled by fear and more confident in your relationships and everyday life.
8 Years Experience
Online in Virginia
(Online Only)
Social Anxiety
Joshua Redding
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
It's not always the lonely who have social anxiety (though that can be a symptom), It can look like avoiding friends and family, using substances to cope, or binge-watching shows because the world (and the people in it) can seem boringly terrifying. Trying to understand why and how to manage your social anxiety may even be anxiety-inducing! Therapy can help reduce the effects of social anxiety and uncover desire. Consider booking a free 30-minute consult to explore more.
13 Years Experience
Online in Virginia
(Online Only)
Social Anxiety
Paws2Heal Mental Health Counseling Services
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Social anxiety often develops from experiences that shaped how you see yourself and others. Through EMDR, IFS, and attachment-focused work, we can reduce fear and build greater confidence in relationships.
8 Years Experience
In-Person in Middleburg, VA 20117
Online in Utah, Virginia, Washington, D.C.
Social Anxiety
Alton Wampler
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S
From an IFS perspective, social anxiety often involves protective parts that try to prevent perceived judgment or rejection. By noticing and compassionately engaging with these anxious parts, you can help them feel safe and understood rather than controlling your behavior. Over time, connecting with your Self allows these parts to relax, creating space for more confident and authentic social interactions.
9 Years Experience
In-Person in Virginia Beach, VA 23452
Online in Virginia
Social Anxiety
Katie Dixon
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Social anxiety can make social interactions feel overwhelming, fueled by fears of judgement, rejection, and worries about saying or doing the wrong thing. Therapy can help you understand the experiences and patterns that contribute to social anxiety, develop practical strategies for navigating uncomfortable situations, and build confidence in your interaction with others. My approach is compassionate and collaborative, helping you build self-trust, feel more comfortable being yourself, and build meaningful connections with others.
8 Years Experience
Online in Colorado, Pennsylvania, Virginia
(Online Only)
Social Anxiety
Charles R. Davenport, Psy.D.
Psychologist, Licensed Psychologist
Dr. Charles R. Davenport specializes in treating social anxiety, a condition characterized by intense fear and anxiety in social situations. With over two decades of experience, Dr. Davenport uses evidence-based therapies to help clients manage and overcome their social anxiety.
Social anxiety can significantly impact daily life, making it difficult to interact with others, attend social gatherings, or perform in public. Dr. Davenport employs cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) to help clients identify and challenge negative thought patterns that contribute to their anxiety. He also incorporates exposure therapy, a CBT method that gradually exposes clients to feared social situations in a controlled and supportive environment, helping them build confidence and reduce anxiety.
In addition to CBT and exposure therapy, Dr. Davenport integrates mindfulness techniques to enhance self-awareness and emotional regulation. His holistic approach ensures that treatment is tailored to each client’s unique needs, promoting long-term recovery and improved social functioning.
Dr. Davenport provides a compassionate and empathetic therapeutic environment where clients can feel safe to explore their fears and develop effective coping strategies. He also offers telehealth services in over 40 states, making it convenient for clients to access high-quality care from the comfort of their own homes. Dr. Davenport is dedicated to helping individuals with social anxiety achieve greater confidence and lead more fulfilling social lives.
21 Years Experience
In-Person in Venice, FL 34292
In-Person in Sarasota, FL 34236
Online in
PSYPACT states
Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, CNMI, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, Washington, D.C., West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming
Social Anxiety
Dr. Laura Van Schaick-Harman
Psychologist, Psy.D.
Exposure therapy is provided.
17 Years Experience
Social Anxiety
Dr. Michael J. Lee
Psychologist
Social anxiety can make being with others feel like an ongoing assessment of how you are coming across. Attention turns inward toward monitoring, anticipating judgment, or reconsidering what you said. We explore what these experiences mean within your particular history and relationships, working toward greater freedom to be present, express yourself, and allow connection to develop.
9 Years Experience
In-Person in Charlotte, NC 28210
Online in
PSYPACT states
Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, CNMI, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, Washington, D.C., West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming
Social Anxiety
Lisa Panelo
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, MS, LCSW, CTMH
Social anxiety can make everyday interactions feel intimidating or exhausting. Whether it’s speaking up in groups, meeting new people, or worrying about being judged, therapy offers a space to understand and manage these fears. Together, we’ll build coping tools, increase confidence, and help you feel more comfortable and connected in social situations.
19 Years Experience
Online in Virginia
(Online Only)
Social Anxiety
Summit Counseling Services
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LPC, LCSW, ATR-BC
Anxiety and social anxiety can benefit from individual counseling targeting mood, relationships, past and present trauma as well as present day adjustment to emotional situations.
24 Years Experience
In-Person in Norfolk, VA 23517
Social Anxiety
Elisha S Lee
Counselor/Therapist, NCCA CTCC CPC
Specialty Blurb on Social Anxiety
Social Anxiety counseling services cater to individuals experiencing overwhelming fear and discomfort in social situations, which can significantly impede personal and professional relationships. Understanding the profound influence social anxiety has on one's day-to-day life, our approach combines warmth, confidentiality, and professional expertise. We aim to offer a supportive environment where individuals can confront their fears, develop social skills, and foster self-confidence.
Techniques and Supports for Social Anxiety
* Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for challenging and changing negative thought patterns associated with social situations.
* Exposure therapy to gradually and safely face social settings, reducing fear over time.
* Social skills training to enhance communication abilities and comfort in various social interactions.
* Mindfulness and stress reduction techniques to lower anxiety levels and promote a calm state of mind.
* Group counseling sessions that provide a supportive arena for practicing new skills and receiving feedback in a controlled atmosphere.
Goals of Social Anxiety Counseling
Our Social Anxiety Counseling is designed to:
* Equip individuals with effective coping mechanisms for managing anxiety in social scenarios.
* Improve self-esteem and assertiveness in interpersonal relationships.
* Increase understanding of social anxiety's triggers and effects to better navigate challenging situations.
* Guide you in creating and maintaining meaningful relationships.
* Encourage positive social interactions through practical exercises and real-life applications.
* Addressing social anxiety requires patience and a personalized therapeutic approach. Our services are tailored to help individuals overcome the barriers posed by social anxiety, allowing them to live more freely and confidently. By breaking the cycle of fear and avoidance, we support our clients in navigating social environments with ease and developing lasting, fulfilling connections.
9 Years Experience
In-Person in Catonsville, MD
Online in Multiple States
Maryland, Pennsylvania, Virginia, Washington, D.C., West Virginia
Social Anxiety
Dr. Michael M. Grant
Psychologist, Licensed Clinical Psychologist PhD, MBA
Anxiety is the fear of future pain. Social anxiety is the fear that others will judge us and that their judgments will result in rejection and that such will be painful. Let's work together to challenge and undo that painful process so you can be freer with others and connect more with them.
24 Years Experience
In-Person in Charlottesville, VA 22902
Online in
PSYPACT states
Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, CNMI, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, Washington, D.C., West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming
Social Anxiety
Tracey Knows
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Social anxiety can make even everyday interactions feel overwhelming, leading to avoidance, self-doubt, and excessive overthinking. I help individuals navigate these challenges by building confidence, developing practical coping strategies, and gently shifting unhelpful thought patterns. Using a combination of cognitive-behavioral techniques, mindfulness, and gradual exposure work, I support clients in breaking free from fear-based limitations and finding more ease in social situations. My approach fosters self-trust, helping individuals engage more fully in their personal and professional lives without the weight of anxiety holding them back.
10 Years Experience
Online in Virginia
(Online Only)
Social Anxiety
Shoreline Psychological
Psychologist, Psy.D.
Utilizing approaches from either DBT or CBT, the support for social anxiety focuses on building confidence, developing effective communication skills, challenging negative self-perceptions, and gradually reducing fear of social situations to foster meaningful connections and a sense of ease.
21 Years Experience
In-Person in Madison, CT 06443
Online in Connecticut, New York, Virginia
Social Anxiety
Alabaster Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Social anxiety is so much more than shyness. It can mean dreading everyday interactions, replaying conversations long after they are over, avoiding situations that feel overwhelming, or carrying a constant fear of being judged, embarrassed, or not meeting others' expectations. At Alabaster Counseling, we understand how exhausting it can be to navigate the world when social situations feel threatening rather than enjoyable, and we are here to help. We work with girls and women of all ages who are struggling with social anxiety, providing a warm and supportive space to explore where those fears come from and gently begin to work through them. Using evidence-based therapy, we help you build confidence, develop practical coping strategies, and start showing up in your life and relationships with greater ease and comfort.
15 Years Experience
In-Person in Portsmouth, VA 23704
Online in Virginia
Social Anxiety
Lindsey Luedtke
Psychologist, PsyD, LP
Social anxiety is not much different than general anxiety and fear but centers on social interactions and relationships with others. As we shift the relationship you have to your inner world and you feel more confident and capable, your social anxiety will not have to work so hard to protect you.
15 Years Experience
In-Person in Falls Church, VA 22046
Online in
PSYPACT states
Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, CNMI, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, Washington, D.C., West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming
Social Anxiety
Cyndi Turner
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, LSATP, MAC
Social anxiety can hinder personal and professional growth by causing intense fear of social interactions. In our sessions, we focus on strategies to manage and reduce social anxiety, such as exposure therapy and social skills training. By addressing the root causes of your anxiety, we aim to help you engage more comfortably and confidently in social situations.
31 Years Experience
In-Person in Ashburn, VA 20147
In-Person in Fairfax, VA 220303648
Online in Multiple States
Maryland, Virginia, Washington, D.C., West Virginia
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 Multiple States
Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Northern Mariana Islands, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, Washington, D.C., West Virginia, Wisconsin, Wyoming
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Multiple Canadian Provinces
Alberta, British Columbia, Nova Scotia, Ontario, Quebec
(Online Only)
Social Anxiety
LEGACY MENTAL HEALTH CONSULTING SERVICES
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
Legacy Mental Health Consulting Services provides supportive, skills‑based treatment for individuals coping with social anxiety, helping clients reduce fear of judgment, build confidence, and navigate social situations with greater ease. We offer practical tools for managing worry, improving communication, and strengthening self‑assurance.
12 Years Experience
In-Person in Norfolk, VA 23510
Online in Virginia
Social Anxiety
Amazing Grace Psychiatric Services, PLLC
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, CNM, PMH-C
Anxiety can be a debilitating condition that invades an individual's life and prevents them from fully engaging with the world outside of their home. A holistic approach to treatment will be considered in addition to medication management.
6 Years Experience
In-Person in Fishersville, VA 22939
Online in Virginia