Social Anxiety therapists in Powell River, BC
Browse Social Anxiety therapists in Powell River, 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 Powell River, BC
Online in Powell River, BC
Social Anxiety
Vanessa Fingland
Counsellor/Therapist, CCPCPR.cand, RPC-C
Social anxiety can leave you overthinking every interaction, worrying about being judged, and replaying conversations long after they've ended. You may find yourself thinking, "What if I say something embarrassing?" or "Can they tell I'm anxious?" Together, we'll explore the root causes of your social anxiety, build confidence and self esteem, and develop practical strategies to help you feel calmer, more authentic, and comfortable in social situations.
8 Years Experience
Online in Powell River, BC (Online Only)
Social Anxiety
Lorna Barnes, Oak Tree Counselling
Licensed Professional Counsellor, CT, CPC
The root cause of social anxiety is usually connected to self-esteem, insecurities, rejection or abandonment issues, trauma, and many other adverse experiences. We'll work to explore clients' identity to help them know who they were meant to be, to build confidence, assertiveness skills, communication skills, social skills, and more.
23 Years Experience
Online in Powell River, BC
Social Anxiety
Heron Payne Counselling
Counsellor/Therapist, Registered Therapeutic Counsellor, RTC
Social anxiety can make everyday interactions feel unusually high-stakes. You may worry about being judged, saying the wrong thing, seeming awkward, or disappointing others, and then replay conversations afterward looking for what you could have done differently. Over time, this can lead to avoidance, self-consciousness, and feeling disconnected even when you want closer relationships. I help clients explore the fears and protective patterns underneath social anxiety with curiosity rather than shame. Through mindfulness, relational awareness, and gradual practice, we can build greater self-trust and help social situations feel less like a performance and more like genuine connection.
1 Years Experience
Online in Powell River, BC (Online Only)
Social Anxiety
Mindful Connections Therapy
Registered Psychotherapist
Social anxiety turns ordinary moments into performances: rehearsing sentences before you say them, replaying conversations for days, feeling watched and judged even among friends. The loneliness of wanting connection while fearing it is real, and it's more common than you know. Here you'll find a warm, nonjudgmental space to understand your anxiety without shame, quiet the inner critic that narrates every interaction, and gradually build confidence in being seen. The goal isn't to become someone else, it's to genuinely understand yourself, loosen fear's grip on your relationships, and let people meet the real you. Together we'll work toward feeling more at ease, more connected, and more equipped to show up in your life and relationships.
2 Years Experience
Online in Powell River, BC
Social Anxiety therapists in Powell River, BC Statistics
Social Anxiety therapists in Powell River, BC average 11 years of experience and charge around $161 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) (48%).
Average years in practice
11 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$161
Accept insurance
68%
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) |
| 48% | Internal Family Systems (IFS) |
| 47% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 44% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 44% | Somatic Therapy |
| 41% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 68% | Young Adult |
| 59% | Senior |
| 49% | Teen |
| 16% | Children |
Client Focus
| 65% | Women |
| 52% | Men |
| 44% | LGBTQ+ |
| 37% | Persons with Disabilities |
| 36% | Christian |