Social Anxiety therapists in Merville, BC
Browse Social Anxiety therapists in Merville, British Columbia, Canada. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
Social Anxiety
Tina Presta
Counsellor/Therapist, CPCA MPCC- Provisional, CCPCPR.Cand
Social anxiety isn't just about being "shy"—it is a full-body experience of hyper-vigilance, self-doubt, and the constant fear of being judged. For high-achieving individuals, it often manifests as an exhausting habit of over-analyzing every conversation, worrying about how you are being perceived, and feeling an overbearing pressure to perform flawlessly in social or professional settings. Privately, this loops into intense post-event rumination, a loud inner critic, and a profound sense of loneliness because it feels safer to isolate than to risk being misunderstood or exposed.I provide specialized, compassionate counselling support for individuals navigating the heavy weight of social anxiety, fears, and chronic self-consciousness. Together, we tackle social anxiety from both a mindset and a physiological standpoint. We use Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) to gently untangle the hyper-critical thought patterns, challenge anxious predictions, and build practical mindset tools to navigate social environments.Because social anxiety instantly triggers your nervous system's survival response—causing physical symptoms like a racing heart, shallow breathing, muscle tension, or a desire to completely shut down—traditional talk therapy can keep you trapped in your head. To bypass that cognitive loop, we integrate tailored breathing techniques, somatic tools, and visual exercises alongside neuro-experiential tools like Brainspotting. Looking beneath the surface allows us to safely target, process, and release the physical trauma of feeling unsafe or exposed in front of others. Together, we will calm your nervous system so you can reclaim your boundaries, quiet the self-doubt, and navigate connections with a genuine sense of safety and ease.
2 Years Experience
In-Person Near Merville, BC
Online in Merville, BC
Social Anxiety
Kylie Feller
Licensed Professional Counsellor, MA, CCC
It’s not that you’re bad at connection—some parts of you just don’t feel safe in it.
If social situations leave you feeling anxious, self-conscious, or like you constantly need to monitor how you show up, you’re not alone. Social anxiety often stems from parts of us that carry past experiences of rejection, embarrassment, or not being accepted for who we are. Through Internal Family Systems (IFS), I help you gently connect with these protective parts, understand their fears, and begin to unburden the beliefs that keep you stuck in self-doubt. Together, we create space for confidence, authenticity, and the kind of connection that feels safe and real.
10 Years Experience
Online in Merville, BC (Online Only)
Social Anxiety
Sanofer Ansari
Licensed Mental Health Counsellor, MACP
Approach: CBT, emotion-focused therapy, mindfulness and gradual exposure-informed strategies.
I help clients understand fears of judgment, embarrassment, rejection, and negative evaluation. We explore the thoughts, emotions, and physical responses associated with social situations while gradually building confidence and reducing avoidance in a way that feels manageable for the client.
7 Years Experience
Online in Merville, BC
Social Anxiety
Kayla Schofield
Registered Psychotherapist, RP
A person with social anxiety disorder feels symptoms of anxiety or fear in situations where they may be scrutinized, evaluated, or judged by others, such as speaking in public, meeting new people, dating, being on a job interview, answering a question in class, or having to talk to a cashier.
6 Years Experience
Online in Merville, BC
Social Anxiety
Marjan Emami
Counsellor/Therapist, MD, RTC #3608, MPCC-Provisional #4797, ACTA #3122
Social anxiety is not a flaw or a personal failure. It is a survival response shaped by early experiences where safety, acceptance, or connection were missing. It arises from a “wound” that leaves a person feeling unlovable or unsafe, often creating chronic tension and fear in social situations. Healing involves compassionate self-inquiry, understanding the anxiety as a signal rather than a problem, exploring how it manifests in the body, and gradually rebuilding authentic connections that restore a sense of safety and belonging.
2 Years Experience
Online in Merville, BC (Online Only)
Social Anxiety therapists in Merville, BC Statistics
Social Anxiety therapists in Merville, BC average 11 years of experience and charge around $160 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (63%), Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) (50%), and Internal Family Systems (IFS) (49%).
Average years in practice
11 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$160
Accept insurance
69%
Offer sliding scale
54%
Gender ID
| 71% |
Female |
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| 25% |
Male |
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| 2% |
Gender Fluid |
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| 2% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 62% |
In Person and Online |
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| 38% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 63% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 50% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 49% | Internal Family Systems (IFS) |
| 46% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 45% | Somatic Therapy |
| 42% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 40% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 69% | Young Adult |
| 58% | Senior |
| 50% | Teen |
| 16% | Children |
Client Focus
| 66% | Women |
| 51% | Men |
| 45% | LGBTQ+ |
| 36% | Persons with Disabilities |
| 35% | Christian |