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Social Anxiety therapists in Newport Beach, CA

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Laguna Niguel, California therapist: Rising Pines Counseling Services, licensed clinical social worker
Social Anxiety

Rising Pines Counseling Services

Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
I support individuals who feel anxious in social situations or fear judgment from others. Therapy focuses on confidence-building, skill development, and reducing avoidance patterns.  
11 Years Experience
Online in Newport Beach, CA (Online Only)
New York City, New York therapist: Dr. Lyndsay Elliott, psychologist
Social Anxiety

Dr. Lyndsay Elliott

Psychologist, PsyD.
Social anxiety goes far deeper than shyness — it is a persistent, exhausting fear of judgment, embarrassment, or saying the wrong thing that can quietly shrink your world over time. As a licensed clinical psychologist with 20+ years of experience, I help adults and high-achieving professionals navigate social anxiety disorder, performance anxiety, fear of judgment, public speaking anxiety, and the social avoidance that keeps so many capable people from fully engaging in their personal and professional lives. Using cognitive-behavioral therapy, exposure-based techniques, and psychodynamic insight, I help clients build genuine confidence and meaningful connection. Telehealth therapy for social anxiety available across 40+ states.  
21 Years Experience
Online in Newport Beach, CA (Online Only)
Costa Mesa, California therapist: John Fry, psychologist
Social Anxiety

John Fry

Psychologist, Ph.D.
Social anxiety can be alleviated by learning more powerful social skills, learning how to convincingly modify your sometimes self-defeating self-talk, and by learning to relax more effectively.  
49 Years Experience
In-Person Near Newport Beach, CA
Online in Newport Beach, CA
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San Diego, California therapist: Amy @ Inner Nature Therapy, licensed clinical social worker
Social Anxiety

Amy @ Inner Nature Therapy

Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, PMH-C
I've supported many clients through social anxiety and can help you, too! I offer in-session practice with social interactions, exploration of the roots of your social anxiety, and practical interventions to help support you in gaining social confidence and ease.  
13 Years Experience
Online in Newport Beach, CA (Online Only)
Irvine, California therapist: Melissa Berschauer, marriage and family therapist
Social Anxiety

Melissa Berschauer

Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
It is incredibly exhausting to walk into a room and instantly feel like everyone is judging you, or to spend hours overthinking a casual conversation after it’s already over. Social anxiety loves to make you feel isolated and keep you playing small to avoid embarrassment. We will work together to lower that intense internal pressure, quiet the fear of rejection, and build realistic comfort so you can show up in social or professional spaces without your nervous system going into overdrive.  
14 Years Experience
Online in Newport Beach, CA (Online Only)
Irvine, California therapist: Barry Ross, psychologist
Social Anxiety

Barry Ross

Psychologist, Ph.D.
I am a psychologist, marriage family therapist, bioenergetic analyst, and psychoanalyst with more than 30 years of clinical experience in treating adolescents, adults, and marital couples. I am skilled in helping a person to feel understood and related to in a new and helpful way.  
42 Years Experience
In-Person Near Newport Beach, CA
Online in Newport Beach, CA
Irvine, California therapist: Monica M. Huston, marriage and family therapist
Social Anxiety

Monica M. Huston

Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
Social anxiety often involves fear of judgment, overthinking interactions, and difficulty feeling at ease around others. I work with individuals to understand the underlying patterns driving these experiences, rather than only trying to reduce symptoms. Therapy focuses on building confidence, increasing tolerance for discomfort, and developing a more stable sense of self in social situations.  
9 Years Experience
In-Person Near Newport Beach, CA
Online in Newport Beach, CA
Oceanside, California therapist: Jeanette Abney, marriage and family therapist
Social Anxiety

Jeanette Abney

Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT, SAP
I have over 20 years of working with individuals regarding social anxiety.  
27 Years Experience
In-Person Near Newport Beach, CA
Online in Newport Beach, CA
Orange, California therapist: Dr. Cristal Lopez, psychologist
Social Anxiety

Dr. Cristal Lopez

Psychologist, Ph.D.
Welcome! You might be feeling disconnected from your family, friends, children, job, or even the world. I'm Dr. Cristal Lopez, and I believe that we all have powerful strengths. Together, we will explore yours to help you unlock your full potential, connect authentically with others, and show up as your true self. My training at top U.S. children's hospitals, including Children's Hospital Los Angeles, California Pacific Medical Center, Texas Children’s Hospital, and Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, has provided me with over 6 years of experience working with children, adolescents, young and mid-life adults, and families. For my younger clients, I use behavioral and play therapy techniques, while also supporting parents and families to foster healthy connections. With adolescents and adults, I draw on strength-based, humanistic, and relational principles to guide our work together. Beyond traditional mental health concerns, I specialize and publish work in: coping with chronic illnesses, career-related issues (burnout, work-life balance), trauma, adverse childhood experiences, and stress related to first-responder families. I’m committed to guiding you, your child, or family to a more connected and fulfilling life. Invest in yourself!  
9 Years Experience
Online in Newport Beach, CA (Online Only)
Orange, California therapist: Hiroko Saeki, MA, LMFT, RDT, marriage and family therapist
Social Anxiety

Hiroko Saeki, MA, LMFT, RDT

Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Registered Drama Therapist
Is your social anxiety getting in your way of living a fulfilling life? I would love to help you. I am a Registered Drama Therapist trained in the therapeutic use of drama and other expressive arts. Together, we can explore what might be at the root of your anxiety, find helpful strategies to reduce the anxiety, and rehearse new behaviors/attitude to build your confidence.  
11 Years Experience
In-Person Near Newport Beach, CA
Online in Newport Beach, CA

Social Anxiety therapists in Newport Beach, California Statistics

Social Anxiety therapists in Newport Beach, California average 15 years of experience and charge around $207 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (68%), Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) (39%), and Psychodynamic Therapy (39%).

Average years in practice

15 Years Experience

Average cost per session

$207

Accept insurance

35%

Offer sliding scale

47%

Gender ID

64% Female
30% Male
4% Non-Binary
2% Gender Fluid

Session Type

65% In Person and Online
35% Online Only

Top Treatment Approaches

68% Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
39% Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian)
39% Psychodynamic Therapy
39% Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)
38% Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
38% Existential / Humanistic Therapy
37% Family Systems Therapy

Ages Served

98% Adult
69% Young Adult
55% Senior
52% Teen
26% Children

Client Focus

55% Women
42% LGBTQ+
41% Men
28% Hispanic / Latino
26% Christian

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