Social Anxiety therapists in Port Charlotte, Florida FL
Social Anxiety
Dr. Christina J. Gonzalez
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdD, LMHC, NCC
Do you secretly hope your friends will cancel the plans you have made with them or spend time trying to figure out how to get out of social events because the thought of interacting with people or even walking into the even terrifies you? Social anxiety can be extremely crippling, and those of us who deal with it often struggle from loneliness and isolation even though those same social situations we crave so desperately also overwhelm us tremendously. In therapy you can learn new strategies to manage your anxiety, learn ways of creating friends AND showing up to enjoy them, and ways to create a community of people that “get” you and have space for you however you choose to show up. We can also help you learn to love ALL of the facets of your life- including the moments where you get to show up to spend time with others and the times you are alone. I find that online therapy is particularly good for social anxiety because we can work together in any place you feel safe and comfortable in and work together to help you stretch and strengthen your ability to interact socially. Please reach out!
27 Years Experience
Social Anxiety
Charles R. Davenport, Psy.D., LLC.
Psychologist, Licensed Psychologist
Fear of being judged negatively or avoiding things so we are not embarrassed or judged is the hallmark here. If we avoid everything tends to get worse. Dr. Davenport may be able to help.
19 Years Experience
Social Anxiety
David Essel, M.S., O.M.
Counselor/Therapist, Master's Degree Psychology, Ordained All Faiths Minister
Entering a party, or networking event alone, can be terrifying to many! David's compassionate approach can alleviate this anxiety, and through techniques that calm the Vagus nerve, can give people relief in a short period of time.
44 Years Experience
Social Anxiety
Ellen Fontaine
Therapist, MSW, Registered Clinical Social Work Intern
My approach with social anxiety is understanding your symptoms from a holistic perspective. We will learn triggers for your anxiety, ways to reduce exposure, and how to face things head on with new coping skills. We will use somatic-based mindfulness practices to connect to the physical sensations for a deeper understanding.
2 Years Experience
Social Anxiety
Dr. Mitchell Roth
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, JD, PsyD, LMHC
Fears relate to perceived risk of rejection and hurt. Anxiety is fear of felt but non-specific risks. Each involves the same areas of the brain. My treatment focuses on finding and resolving the core issues that trigger the fear and anxiety responses, except in response to realistic perceived threat.
14 Years Experience