Social Anxiety therapists in Merritt Island, FL
Browse Social Anxiety therapists in Merritt Island, Florida. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
Social Anxiety
Richard (Rick) Brodsky
Psychologist, PsyD, MA
Social anxiety can block us from the way we would like to live our lives. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy provide many approaches to decreasing social anxiety.
24 Years Experience
Online in Merritt Island, FL (Online Only)
Social Anxiety
Lyubov Gonina
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCAT, ATR-BC, NCC
I help clients overcome social anxiety by building confidence and easing fear of judgment. Through mindfulness, CBT, and art therapy, we create tools for calm, connection, and authentic self-expression.
15 Years Experience
Online in Merritt Island, FL
Social Anxiety
Guy J Iacono
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
Social anxiety is more than shyness or being introverted. It is a persistent fear of being judged, embarrassed, or seen in a negative light that makes ordinary social situations feel genuinely threatening. For many men, it shows up as dreading conversations, avoiding situations where attention might land on them, replaying interactions afterward looking for what went wrong, or holding back in professional and personal settings in ways that quietly limit their lives.
The frustrating part is that social anxiety often coexists with real capability. Many of the men I work with are intelligent, self-aware, and accomplished in other areas. The anxiety is not about lacking social skills. It is about a deeply ingrained pattern of threat perception that fires in situations where it does not need to, and a set of avoidance behaviors that provide short term relief while making the anxiety stronger over time.
In our work together, we get specific about where social anxiety is showing up, what is driving it, and what it is costing you. We work on the thought patterns that fuel it, build practical skills for navigating the situations you have been avoiding, and develop a more grounded and realistic way of relating to other people and to yourself in social contexts.
My approach is direct and structured. I do not believe in simply processing anxiety indefinitely. I believe in building the kind of confidence that comes from actual experience, supported by the right tools and a clear plan for getting there.
If social anxiety has been holding you back and you are ready to address it, I invite you to schedule a free 15-minute consultation.
10 Years Experience
Online in Merritt Island, FL
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
Online in Merritt Island, FL
Social Anxiety
Elevating Growth
Therapist, LCSW, QS, RCSWI, MSW, MCAP
Social anxiety can make everyday interactions, work situations, and relationships feel overwhelming and exhausting. We help clients understand their triggers, build confidence in social settings, and develop practical tools to reduce fear and engage more fully with the world around them.
10 Years Experience
Online in Merritt Island, FL (Online Only)
Social Anxiety therapists in Merritt Island, FL Statistics
Social Anxiety therapists in Merritt Island, FL average 17 years of experience and charge around $196 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (82%), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (41%), and Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) (38%).
Average years in practice
17 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$196
Accept insurance
45%
Offer sliding scale
36%
Gender ID
| 61% |
Female |
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| 35% |
Male |
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| 3% |
Non-Binary |
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| 1% |
Gender Fluid |
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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
| 82% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 41% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 38% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 36% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 34% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
| 31% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 29% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
Ages Served
| 99% | Adult |
| 75% | Young Adult |
| 52% | Senior |
| 45% | Teen |
| 21% | Children |
Client Focus
| 53% | Women |
| 37% | Men |
| 36% | LGBTQ+ |
| 28% | Military / Veterans |
| 25% | Christian |