Social Anxiety therapists in Bradford, England ENG, United Kingdom UK
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Gordon Wax BA HONS MBACP
Counsellor/Therapist, Psychoanalytic Psychotherapist
Being seen is as tough as it is feeling invisible sometimes. The world forces us into being in environments where there are other people. In therapy you will understand your fears and how to cope with others and be alone.
13 Years Experience
In-Person Near Bradford, ENG
Online in Bradford, ENG England
Julie Jenner
Counsellor/Therapist, BA(Hons), NCS Senior Accredited
Social anxiety seems like such a current issue to me, and I see people struggling under the weight of it at times in all areas of my life. We are bombarded with how we are supposed to do this thing called life, our values, appearance, views and so on are brought into question and there feels like there is no escape from it. What this can bring about is a fear of being seen, a fear of not getting it right, or not fitting in. We can start to question the safety of being out in the world where others might see that you are doing it wrong - or more realistic not doing it how they would. It can bring limitations in your life which stop you from doing what you want, stop you from connecting with others, stop you getting the most out of each day. Believe you can change this and know you do not have to do it alone. Asking for support is one of the most important choices you might make today.
10 Years Experience
Online in Bradford, ENG England (Online Only)
Beth Jackson Counselling and Coaching
Counsellor/Therapist, BA (hons), Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling
Anxiety is the number one reason that most of my clients come to work with me - and I can help. Social anxiety, in particular can be a terrifying and lonely place to be. Together, we can find strategies that you are using that do or don't work as well as discovering new ones that can make an enormous difference in your day to day life. Working on this in a step by step approach can help you see things slowly but definitely change.
7 Years Experience
Online in Bradford, ENG England
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 Bradford, ENG England (Online Only)
Saffron Marriner
Counsellor/Therapist, MBACP (Accred)
An integrative humanistic and trauma informed counselling approach offers a compassionate and comprehensive method to address social anxiety, fostering healing and empowerment for those affected. The roots of social anxiety can be multifaceted, involving genetic predispositions, environmental factors and post traumatic experiences. Humanistic counselling encourages you to develop self-awareness and self-compassion. Through reflective exercises and mindfulness practices, you can gain insight into your thought patterns and emotional responses. This self understanding fosters a more compassionate relationship with yourself, reducing self criticism and enhancing self esteem. An integrative approach will equip you with practical coping strategies to manage social anxiety. Techniques such as progressive muscle relaxation and grounding exercises can help clients regulate their physiological responses to anxiety. Cognitive restructuring and exposure therapy can also be employed to challenge and reframe negative thought patterns and gradually desensitise you to feared social situations. We will collaborate to set achievable goals and celebrate progress. By fostering a sense of agency and self-efficacy, you are encouraged to take an active role in your healing journey. By combining the principles of empathy, validation and empowerment, the approach that I use can help you navigate your anxieties.
22 Years Experience
Online in Bradford, ENG England
Bradford has one of the highest proportions of British Pakistani and South Asian residents of any city in England, and its therapy community is shaped by sustained demand for culturally competent, Urdu- and Punjabi-speaking practitioners who can work within multi-generational family systems. The city has experienced significant economic deprivation since the decline of its textile industry, and therapists frequently address poverty-related stress, long-term unemployment, and intergenerational family dynamics shaped by both cultural heritage and economic hardship. Bradford District Care NHS Foundation Trust provides public mental health services, and the city's several universities maintain clinical training programs. Bradford's strong Muslim community means therapists who can hold space for Islamic values alongside evidence-based treatment are particularly sought after.
Social Anxiety therapists in Bradford, England, United Kingdom Statistics
Social Anxiety therapists in Bradford, England, United Kingdom average 15 years of experience and charge around ¤117 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Integrative Therapy (64%), Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) (54%), and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (51%).
Average years in practice
15 Years Experience
Average cost per session
¤117
Accept insurance
35%
Offer sliding scale
50%
Gender ID
| 66% |
Female |
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| 28% |
Male |
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| 3% |
Gender Fluid |
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| 3% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 56% |
In Person and Online |
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| 44% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 64% | Integrative Therapy |
| 54% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 51% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 39% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 36% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 31% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 31% | Hypnotherapy |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 61% | Young Adult |
| 60% | Senior |
| 50% | Teen |
| 21% | Children |
Client Focus
| 67% | Women |
| 53% | Men |
| 47% | LGBTQ+ |
| 38% | Christian |
| 35% | Persons with Disabilities |