Social Anxiety therapists in Calgary, Alberta AB, Canada CA
Megan Hanrahan
Psychologist, M.C., Registered Psychologist
Social anxiety is a form of anxiety that revolves around being concerned about the thoughts and opinions of others. Sometimes it makes you question things you’ve said or done and can make you so anxious that you avoid social situations altogether. In our work together, we’ll explore how social anxiety shows up for you, what it tries to tell you, and how to tackle it head-on.
3 Years Experience
Kevin Ruddell
Psychologist, M.A., R. Psych
Social anxiety is an anxiety disorder which tends occur when we fear being judged by others. Our mind may be dominated by fears that we will do something embarrassing or processing things we have done with others previously wishing we could change what we said or the way we acted. By building confidence and challenging the negative thoughts we can often reduce the fears of being in social settings and find ourselves more comfortable in the company of others.
15 Years Experience
Josh Dempsey, Empowered Life Counselling
Counsellor/Therapist, RTC
Was COVID a blessing? Does going out cause you distress? With the right support, you can become more balanced and confident in your daily life, refocusing on how you choose to interact with the World around you.
2 Years Experience
Meera Duncan
Counsellor/Therapist, Author, Registered Counselling Therapist, Registered Clinical Counselling Hypnotherapist, & Addictions Counsellor
Is your social anxiety limiting your ability to function? Affecting your life in every way? Therapy can assist you with identifying where this anxiety is truly stemming from and healing these emotions or possible trauma connected to it. Hypnotherapy is one of the most effective treatment methods to resolve and heal anxiety issues so I include it along with counselling, psychotherapy, and cognitive behavioural therapy in the treatment plan to give you the very best cutting-edge treatment approach available. Contact me today to take the first step towards healing and living a life that is filled with adventures and wonderful experiences instead of fear.
12 Years Experience
Laura Hall
Psychologist, MC, Registered Provisional Psychologist
Exposing yourself to social situations in order to overcome anxiety can be nerve wracking, however, I can guide you on how to do this without additional stress and fear.
11 Years Experience
Claire Benade
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Social anxiety can lead to feelings of isolation and eventually can create a cycle of low mood. I will work with you on strategies for coping as well as looking at the larger family dynamic (if relevant) to ensure the best support for you during these difficult times. I will help support you as we work through the thoughts and feelings you are having to move you forward in your healing process. Focusing on therapeutic relationship and building trust allows me to help support you while using a solution-focused lens.
4 Years Experience
Mark Giesbrecht, MA, CCC, RCC - Psychotherapist
Counsellor/Therapist, MA, CT, CCC, RCC
Social anxiety is when a person avoids interacting with people either individually or in groups to lessen the physical, emotional and mental stress they feel when they don't know how to deal with others expectations. Leaning how to best manage anxiety is the first step, unless you had a traumatic experience that created the social distancing behaviours.
29 Years Experience
Laura Romero
Psychologist, MC, R.Psych
Social anxiety is simply anxiety projected outward in a social situation. By building an awareness of one's relationship with anxiety, and learning how to use tools to help manage anxiety, clients can learn how to break the cycle of debilitating behaviours and gently make changes they wish to see so social situations can eventually become more comfortable and perhaps even enjoyable.
4 Years Experience
Kaimana Psychology
Psychologist, BA, MACP, Registered Provisional Psychologist/Therapist
"Welcome to Kaimana psychology, a haven of support and guidance for those grappling with social anxiety. If social situations leave you feeling overwhelmed, self-conscious, and isolated, know that you have come to a place where understanding, acceptance, and effective strategies converge.
Social anxiety can make even the simplest social interactions feel like daunting obstacles, affecting your personal and professional life. At Kaimana psychology, we specialize in working with individuals who struggle with social anxiety, providing a compassionate and judgment-free environment to help you overcome your fears and develop the confidence to navigate social settings with ease.
In our sessions, we create a safe space where you can openly explore the thoughts, emotions, and underlying beliefs that contribute to your social anxiety. We understand that social anxiety is complex and deeply rooted, and our therapists employ evidence-based approaches such as cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), exposure therapy, and mindfulness techniques to help you challenge negative thinking patterns, manage anxiety, and develop effective coping strategies.
We believe in a personalized approach to social anxiety treatment, tailoring our methods to address your specific needs and goals. Whether you struggle with public speaking, dating, or socializing in general, we will work collaboratively to gradually expose you to anxiety-provoking situations in a controlled and supportive manner, enabling you to build confidence and overcome your social fears.
At Kaimana psychology we understand that seeking help for social anxiety can be a challenging and courageous step. To make therapy more accessible, we offer online sessions that allow you to receive the support you need from the comfort and privacy of your own space. Our flexible scheduling options ensure that therapy can fit seamlessly into your life, empowering you to prioritize your well-being and growth.
It's time to break free from the shackles of social anxiety and embrace a life filled with authentic connections, joy, and fulfillment,
2 Years Experience
Renee Lyon
Counsellor/Therapist, MACP, RSW, CEH
Anxiety management is one of my main specialties. I have worked with many youth and adults struggling with social anxiety. I will walk you through the process.
30 Years Experience
Nakasha Ogbonna
Registered Social Worker, RSW
Therapy with my practice offers individuals a safe place to express their deepest thoughts and emotions with caring and highly trained professionals who are committed to their well-being. My clients come to me to share challenges they may be facing in the present, worries about their future, and/or unresolved past hurts --- with the goals of healing, developing effective tools for personal growth, gaining insight and direction, improving their relationships, and/or improving their over all sense of well being and quality of life. While therapy cannot directly change your external world, it will work to transform the internal world of your mind --- allowing you to live a truly rich and meaningful life. Social anxiety can feel crippling, but I can equip you with highly effective skills to overcome and live a life that is not dictated by fear.
5 Years Experience
Hailey Goldberg
Registered Social Worker, Registered Social Worker (MSW), DBT-Linehan Board of Certification, Certified Clinician™
Social Anxiety is not easy to sit with. And the only way to heal it is to feel it! Hailey uses a Cognitive Behavioural approach to working through underlying beliefs and thought patterns that fuel anxiety. Additionally, when working with Hailey you will learn strategies to self soothe and reduce the intensity of your anxiety symptoms, in the moment, to be able to assist with challenging unwanted thoughts that get in the way of living your best self.
9 Years Experience
Broken Gold Counseling
Registered Social Worker, MACP, MSW, RSW
I use CBT and DBT to help those with social anxiety
11 Years Experience
Shannon Loewen
Psychologist, M.Sc. Counselling Psychology
Social anxiety can feel debilitating and often isolates and keeps us from achieving the life we want. I can help you learn coping skills, manage the physical symptoms of anxiety, and detach yourself from the mental chatter so that you can pursue your goals.
4 Years Experience