Social Anxiety therapists in Bowen Island, BC
Browse Social Anxiety therapists in Bowen Island, British Columbia, Canada. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
Pegah Behbehani
Counsellor/Therapist, Registered Clinical Counsellor
My counselling style is influenced by trauma-informed therapy, strength-based therapy, Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), AEDP, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Bowen Family Systems, Narrative Therapy, and EMDR, Hakomi therapy, IFS therapy.
7 Years Experience
In-Person Near Bowen Island, BC
Online in Bowen Island, BC
Melinda Freitas
Counsellor/Therapist, MACP, RCC, CCC
Living with constant worry and panic can feel exhausting, especially in social settings (work or play). Anxiety counselling provides a safe, structured space to figure out what is driving your stress. My counselling approach will help you understand your body's - ie: your nervous system- reactions, and learn practical tools to change negative thought patterns so you can get your life back.
14 Years Experience
In-Person Near Bowen Island, BC
Online in Bowen Island, BC
Nadia Zamzul
Registered Psychotherapist, R.P., LL.M
I help clients who feel anxious, self-conscious, or overwhelmed in social situations understand where those fears come from and how they’ve been reinforced over time. Together, we work on reducing the fear of judgment, quieting the inner critic, and building confidence in your ability to connect with others authentically. My approach helps you feel more grounded, more comfortable being seen, and less controlled by anxiety in your relationships, work, and everyday life.
5 Years Experience
Online in Bowen Island, BC (Online Only)
Shay Galamiton
Counsellor/Therapist, RPC, MPCC
I support individuals experiencing social anxiety in a safe, compassionate space. Together, we explore triggers, reduce fear and avoidance, build coping strategies, and enhance confidence and comfort in social interactions.
3 Years Experience
Online in Bowen Island, BC (Online Only)
Dena Marie Counselling & EMDR Therapy
Counsellor/Therapist, MEd, RCC
I support clients with social anxiety by using EMDR to gently process past experiences and beliefs that contribute to fear or discomfort in social situations. This approach helps reduce the intensity of anxious feelings, allowing you to engage more confidently, feel grounded in interactions, and build meaningful connections with others.
4 Years Experience
Online in Bowen Island, BC (Online Only)
Aliya Amarshi
Registered Psychotherapist, PhD (Sociology)
If social situations feel exhausting, overwhelming, or unsafe, you’re not alone. In therapy, we can explore the roots of social anxiety, work with protective parts that fear judgment or rejection, and develop practical strategies for authentic, confident connection.
6 Years Experience
Online in Bowen Island, BC (Online Only)
David McAlinden
Pre-Licensed Professional, MACP Candidate, Yorkville University
Social anxiety can make everyday interactions feel stressful, draining, or overwhelming. You may find yourself overthinking conversations long after they happen, worrying about being judged, avoiding certain situations, or feeling emotionally exhausted from constantly trying to say or do the “right” thing around other people.
I provide a calm and supportive space where you can speak openly about these experiences without feeling embarrassed or misunderstood. Together, we can explore the fears, pressures, and self-doubt connected to social anxiety while working toward greater confidence, self-acceptance, and healthier ways of navigating social situations that feel more manageable and authentic to you.
0 Years Experience
Online in Bowen Island, BC (Online Only)
Yuka Oshimi
Counsellor/Therapist, MC, RCC, RCC-ACS (c), DCP(c), ADHD-CCSP
Social anxiety can make everyday interactions feel overwhelming, even when you deeply want connection. I support adults who struggle with overthinking conversations, fear of being judged, masking, rejection sensitivity, avoidance, or feeling “different” in social settings. As a neurodivergent therapist, I understand how social anxiety can overlap with ADHD, autism, burnout, and past experiences of not feeling accepted. Together, we can work toward building confidence, self-understanding, and more authentic connection at a pace that feels safe.
5 Years Experience
Online in Bowen Island, BC (Online Only)
Romana Hrivnakova
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP, RCC
Social anxiety is often a protective strategy—a part of your system that is working overtime to shield you from the perceived threat of judgment or rejection. Drawing on over 15 years of clinical experience, I help you move beyond 'just trying to be more social' to understanding the root of the anxiety that makes being seen feel dangerous.
Using a Parts Work lens, we explore the survival strategies—like perfectionism, withdrawal, or constant self-monitoring—that your system developed to keep you safe in social settings. Together, we work to heal the underlying vulnerabilities these parts are protecting, helping you move toward a grounded sense of self-assurance and the freedom to connect with others authentically and with ease.
11 Years Experience
Online in Bowen Island, BC (Online Only)
Tanya Master | Online Somatic & Psychosomatic Consulting
Somatic Experiencing Practitioner, Trauma-Informed Somatic Practitioner | Integrative Coach
Social anxiety isn’t simply shyness. It often reflects deeper experiences involving safety, belonging, self-expression, and the nervous system’s response to relationships and social environments.
5 Years Experience
Online in Bowen Island, BC (Online Only)
Social Anxiety therapists in Bowen Island, BC Statistics
Social Anxiety therapists in Bowen Island, BC average 11 years of experience and charge around $159 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (65%), Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) (50%), and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) (47%).
Average years in practice
11 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$159
Accept insurance
68%
Offer sliding scale
52%
Gender ID
| 72% |
Female |
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| 24% |
Male |
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| 2% |
Gender Fluid |
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| 2% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 58% |
In Person and Online |
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| 42% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 65% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 50% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 47% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 47% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 46% | Internal Family Systems (IFS) |
| 43% | Somatic Therapy |
| 40% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 70% | Young Adult |
| 57% | Senior |
| 53% | Teen |
| 16% | Children |
Client Focus
| 60% | Women |
| 46% | Men |
| 43% | LGBTQ+ |
| 36% | Persons with Disabilities |
| 35% | Christian |