Social Anxiety therapists in Encino, CA
Browse Social Anxiety therapists in Encino, California. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
Social Anxiety
Sam Naimi
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, Psychotherapist, Psychoanalyst
Social anxiety often involves more than fear of other people. It can create a painful sense of being watched from the outside, as though every interaction requires careful management of how you appear. Over time, this can make relationships feel more like performances than places of genuine contact. Our work can help you understand where that imagined gaze came from and why it carries so much authority, making it easier to be with others without constantly leaving yourself to wonder how you are being seen.
8 Years Experience
In-Person in Encino, CA 91436
Online in Encino, CA
Social Anxiety
Tanya Samuelian
Marriage and Family Therapist, M.S., Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
You may appear composed in social or professional settings, but inside, you’re second-guessing every interaction or avoiding connection altogether. Social anxiety in high-achieving individuals is often masked by success and control. I help clients move beyond self-doubt and fear of judgment—toward more ease, presence, and authentic confidence in both personal and professional relationships.
11 Years Experience
In-Person in Encino, CA
Online in Encino, CA
Social Anxiety
Karen Queller
Art Therapist, M.A Expressive Arts Therapy
Discover what your unique process is and how it can actually help you transform social anxiety, develop self-expression, build confidence, and cultivate authentic connections with others.
7 Years Experience
In-Person in Encino, CA
Online in Encino, CA
Social Anxiety
Lois Lorback
Hypnotherapist, CCHt
Assisting clients with social anxiety is one of my specialties. I will share with you many tools and coping mechanisms, as well as help you feel the way you would like to feel when challenged in social situations.
12 Years Experience
In-Person Near Encino, CA
Online in Encino, CA
Social Anxiety
David Eshleman
Marriage and Family Therapist, M.A., LMFT
So often shame and social anxiety are tied together. It has been said that "It is a joy to be hidden and a disaster not to be found". I find this to be very true. We all desire closeness and intimacy, however, often when we experience conditional worth, shame based parenting and other traumas early in our lives, we can naturally develop a fear of people. Social anxiety is to be afraid of being ourselves for fear of rejection or some other shame/imperfection. Learning to love ourselves, heal from the shame, and reclaim our birthright of belonging is the work.
14 Years Experience
In-Person Near Encino, CA
Online in Encino, CA
Social Anxiety
Stella Zweben Samuel, LCSW
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
I run a group for young adult women who struggle with social anxiety. This group allows each member to learn about anxiety, to share what they struggle, to learn coping strategies, and to gain some support from other members. With the pandemic and quarantine, many clients have begun to struggle with social anxiety and I work with these clients to learn how to understand the anxiety they feel and how it impacts their daily life.
33 Years Experience
In-Person Near Encino, CA
Online in Encino, CA
Social Anxiety
Create You Therapy Services
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
I help clients experiencing social anxiety build confidence and reduce fear in social, academic, and professional settings. Using a supportive and strengths-based approach, I work with clients to manage anxious thoughts, improve self-expression, and develop practical coping skills that support more comfortable and meaningful social interactions.
27 Years Experience
In-Person Near Encino, CA
Online in Encino, CA
Social Anxiety
Layla Ashley Psychotherapy
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
Social anxiety can make interactions feel intimidating or draining. Together, we focus on building confidence in social settings while addressing the fears that drive avoidance.
23 Years Experience
In-Person Near Encino, CA
Online in Encino, CA
Social Anxiety
Dr. George Lough
Psychologist, Ph.D., S.E.P.
Being afraid of social situations severely restricts our ability to find and form relationships with others, and essential part of being a person. Having support in dealing with this problem can help you become more confident, learn social skills, and being less fearful of social situations.
48 Years Experience
Online in Encino, CA (Online Only)
Social Anxiety
Christian Holmes
Marriage and Family Therapist, M.A., Associate Marriage and Family Therapist
Anxiety has a way of shutting everything down. We were made for connection and when we can't engage in a conversation, a relationship, or a social gathering the way we want to we often begin to isolate completely to avoid the tough feelings that arise when we feel we can't connect. In our work together I will help you overcome your anxious thoughts, feelings, and negative beliefs. Together we will explore where the anxiety comes from, why the anxiety exists and how to transcend the anxious feelings.
8 Years Experience
In-Person Near Encino, CA
Online in Encino, CA
Social Anxiety therapists in Encino, CA Statistics
Social Anxiety therapists in Encino, CA average 15 years of experience and charge around $205 per session. 99% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (66%), Psychodynamic Therapy (37%), and Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) (37%).
Average years in practice
15 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$205
Accept insurance
35%
Offer sliding scale
47%
Gender ID
| 63% |
Female |
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| 30% |
Male |
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| 5% |
Non-Binary |
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| 2% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 61% |
In Person and Online |
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| 38% |
Online Only |
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| 1% |
In Person Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 66% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 37% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 37% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 35% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
| 35% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 34% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 32% | Family Systems Therapy |
Ages Served
| 97% | Adult |
| 65% | Young Adult |
| 56% | Senior |
| 48% | Teen |
| 26% | Children |
Client Focus
| 57% | Women |
| 42% | LGBTQ+ |
| 38% | Men |
| 28% | Hispanic / Latino |
| 25% | Christian |