Social Anxiety therapists in Pahokee, Florida FL
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
28 Years Experience
Paul Losoff
Psychologist, PsyD
That negative inner voice can be relentless, especially when social anxiety is in the mix. I offer a safe space to understand these patterns, develop strategies to manage them, and build confidence in social situations. Let's work together to quiet your inner critic and find greater enjoyment in connecting with others.
16 Years Experience
Dr. Jami Landen
Psychologist, Psy.D>
I have seen an increase in social anxiety since the pandemic started and it continues as we transition out of isolation. Social anxiety is extreme discomfort in various social situations. If untreated, social anxiety can trigger panic attacks and cause avoidance of important social situations. Through mindful mediation in conjunction with cognitive-behavioral techniques I help my clients find joy in social situations again.
20 Years Experience
Aguib Diop
Psychologist, PhD, LP, PSYPACT
While most of us place some value on our personal and professional reputations, what happens when we're in constant fear of these reputations being tarnished or attacked? For those with social anxiety disorders, the result is the avoidance of people, experiences and opportunities that could result in life’s enjoyment. If you have a social anxiety disorder, our shared goal will be to gradually confront these avoided situations. After experiencing each situation, your original thoughts will be reframed to match this experience rather than the feared worst-case scenario. You’ll also apply coping strategies that help you feel at ease while confronting situations. You may even learn to laugh at yourself, which is almost always a win.
17 Years Experience
Alicia Townsend
Psychologist, PhD, BCN
Social anxiety can range from barely noticeable to debilitating. If you have more social anxiety than you would like, I have many ways to address it. By identifying your personal experience of anxiety, we can work together to help reduce it using a combination of techniques that are appropriate for you. This may include mental strategies such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy or Systematic Desensitization, or physical strategies such as breathing techniques or other relaxation techniques.
19 Years Experience