Given that most of our practice is with gender diverse people, we have become very well-versed in helping people work with and recover from social anxiety.
I help individuals with social anxiety using an understanding of symptoms, triggers, and coping techniques. By uncovering deeper, rooted beliefs, we can tackle anxiety as it relates to social situations to strengthen self-confidence.
Often a strong inner critic and judging mind contribute to social anxiety- creating a different relationship with this critic will free you up to enjoy yourself and others much more.
It feels like we all have anxiety at this point, right? Especially after COVID - so let's get down to it. I have years of experience working with teens, young and middle-aged adults in overcoming the symptoms of social anxiety - whether that is due to interacting in specific situations, more general public environments, or anything in between. Assisting my clients with building insight and understanding into your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors is an essential part of overcoming social anxiety, and I provide evidence-based practice tools that you can use outside of therapy as well.
I am passionate about providing a safe and welcoming space where you can be open about your worries so we can work through them together. Click that contact button and we can schedule a free consultation call today!
Social Anxiety is one of the toughest things to struggle with because it hits us right where things matter most- our connections with others. It can feel like an oppressive force that won't allow you to be who you are or to experience the connections with others that you would like. However, oftentimes it comes from a place of hurt and trauma, or even just the negative things we learned to tell ourselves based on growing up in a society where we are constantly comparing ourselves to others. But, we can learn to get in touch with the wounded and hurt parts or ourselves, the self critical and judgmental parts, and help them to feel more safe and at ease. Social Anxiety does not have to rule your life! There are some many different tools and skills. You can learn to work with it instead of against yourself.
There are many root causes of social anxiety. While some people are naturally introverted, anxiety is an unnecessary extension of that. Social anxiety can also become entrained through conscious or unconscious habits of thought and expectation based on past experiences. No matter what your personality type or prior traumas you don't have to suffer with anxiety in any social situation, whether at a party, giving a presentation at work, or interacting with a clerk at the store. Using hypnosis I will help you resolve any negative feels around previously triggering situations and help you discover inner strength and confidence that will allow you to function well in any social situation.
Pre-Licensed Professional, Registered Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (103346), Certified Yoga & Meditation Instructor
I have experience working with clients who experience social anxiety and agoraphobia. Anxiety is one of my specialties, and I have experienced it first hand myself. I approach these issues with ACT, body-oriented practices and mindfulness and practices of self-compassion and self-awareness.
Social anxiety can be incredibly isolating and overwhelming, making even the simplest social interactions feel daunting. You may experience intense fear of judgment or embarrassment in social situations, leading to avoidance behaviors and a sense of loneliness. In therapy, I specialize in providing support and guidance to individuals struggling with social anxiety. Together, we can explore the underlying thoughts and beliefs that contribute to your anxiety, develop coping strategies to manage symptoms, and gradually expose you to social situations in a safe and supportive way. My goal is to help you build confidence, overcome fears, and cultivate more fulfilling connections with others, allowing you to participate more fully in life. Visit my website to schedule your free consultation call.
We all do our best to navigate a complex and often unpredictable social world. It usually isn't easy, and the uncertainty that accompanies any social interaction can drive some to feel afraid, even to the point of feeling paralyzed. Therapy should be a place where you can talk about all of your relationships.