Social Anxiety therapists in Gainesville, Florida FL
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Social Anxiety
Amy K. Cummings-Aponte, LMHC-QS, LCPC, LCMHC
Licensed Professional Counselor, Florida LMHC-QS MH20515, Maine LPC CC6872, North Carolina LCMHC 20351
So many people feel the pressure to fit in or be perfect. It can be overwhelming and leave us frozen in our comfort zone. I provide tools and new ideas to help the anxious mind navigate social. experiences.
16 Years Experience
In-Person in Gainesville, FL 32653
Online in Gainesville, FL Florida
Social Anxiety
Florida Acupuncture and Counseling, Inc.
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC; AP
Do social situations leave you feeling overwhelmed, tense, or afraid of judgment? You’re not alone—and you don’t have to navigate this alone either.
At Florida Acupuncture and Counseling, we offer a supportive, integrative approach to help you move beyond the limitations of social anxiety. Our skilled clinicians blend the healing power of acupuncture with personalized counseling to help calm the nervous system, improve confidence, and reduce the physical symptoms of anxiety like rapid heartbeat, tension, and racing thoughts.
Whether you’re avoiding gatherings, struggling at work or school, or simply feeling stuck in your own head, our team is here to guide you toward ease, self-trust, and authentic connection. Let us help you reclaim your peace and take steps toward the life you deserve.
7 Years Experience
In-Person in Gainesville, FL 32606
Online in Gainesville, FL Florida
Social Anxiety
Rising Calm Center
Professional Christian Counselor, MS, CMHC, CLC
Have you ever walked into a room and instantly felt your heart race—wondering what people are thinking about you, or wishing you could disappear before anyone notices? Social anxiety can make even simple moments—talking in class, attending church, meeting new people—feel like survival. Over time, the worry turns into withdrawal, and loneliness begins to take root.
At Rising Calm Center, we understand how exhausting it is to overthink every word and every glance. Our Christian counselors help you quiet the noise of self-criticism, retrain your body’s stress response, and build confidence that lasts beyond the next conversation.
We even offer same-week appointments, in-person and virtual sessions, and a sliding fee scale that works with any insurance or budget—so care is flexible and accessible when you need it most.
We use faith-integrated, evidence-based methods—including CBT, DBT, ACT, somatic grounding, and exposure techniques—combined with biblical truth and compassionate guidance to help you:
• Calm the physical symptoms of anxiety in social settings
• Overcome fear of judgment and rejection
• Strengthen communication and self-expression
• Build authentic connections and trust
• Restore peace through a renewed sense of identity in Christ
You don’t have to live trapped inside your own thoughts. With practical tools, gentle exposure, and spiritual grounding, you can learn to walk into any room with calm confidence—rooted not in others’ approval, but in God’s love for you.
If you’re ready to stop hiding and start living freely, Rising Calm Center is here to help you find your voice and your peace again.
Call or email us today for a FREE CONSULTATION.
14 Years Experience
In-Person in Gainesville, FL 32606
Online in Gainesville, FL Florida
Social Anxiety
Dr. Cheryl D La Rotta
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Ph.D, LMHC
Many people experience social anxiety as a constant, 'hidden' soundtrack of self-criticism. I specialize in deconstructing the subconscious 'scripts' that tell you that you aren't enough or that judgment is inevitable. By integrating Dr.-level clinical insight with targeted trauma tools, we resolve the 'core negative beliefs' that fuel social avoidance and isolation. We don’t just manage your anxiety; we restore your inherent right to belong, helping you navigate everything from intimate gatherings to professional stages with genuine confidence.
15 Years Experience
In-Person in Gainesville, FL 32609
Online in Gainesville, FL Florida
Social Anxiety
Monica Buttafava
Counselor/Therapist, M.S., LMHC
Children and adolescents suffer intense distress when affected by social anxiety. They can manifest their discomfort by avoiding anxiety-inducing situations whenever anxiety feelings are triggered.
Young kids can express their discomfort by a rapid change in mood, tantrums, and crying; older ones may experience panic reactions and physical signs like shortness of breath shaking, sweating, stomachaches and nausea.
One of the most significant consequences of social anxiety is that it can prevent individuals from taking risks and trying new things, ultimately blocking them from reaching their full potential.
Talking to a therapist about their feelings and learning techniques to deal with social anxiety allows kids to feel less overwhelmed, less upset and scared, and eventually more in control of themselves and their environment
30 Years Experience
Online in Gainesville, FL Florida
Social Anxiety therapists in Gainesville, Florida Statistics
Social Anxiety therapists in Gainesville, Florida average 17 years of experience and charge around $195 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (81%), Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) (37%), and Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (36%).
Average years in practice
17 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$195
Accept insurance
49%
Offer sliding scale
40%
Gender ID
| 61% |
Female |
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| 35% |
Male |
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| 2% |
Non-Binary |
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| 2% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 58% |
In Person and Online |
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| 42% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 81% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 37% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 36% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 36% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 32% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
| 32% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 31% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
Ages Served
| 94% | Adult |
| 71% | Young Adult |
| 56% | Senior |
| 48% | Teen |
| 24% | Children |
Client Focus
| 54% | Women |
| 38% | Men |
| 36% | LGBTQ+ |
| 31% | Military / Veterans |
| 26% | Hispanic / Latino |