Social Anxiety therapists in Seminole, FL
Browse Social Anxiety therapists in Seminole, Florida. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
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 Near Seminole, FL
Online in Seminole, FL
Michael Zamrin
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, MSW, MA
Social anxiety can make everyday interactions feel overwhelming, leading to avoidance, isolation, and a diminished sense of confidence. As a therapist, I help individuals understand the thoughts, beliefs, and fears that fuel their anxiety in social situations. Using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), we work to challenge negative thinking patterns and build healthier, more realistic self-perceptions. I also incorporate exposure therapy in a gradual, supportive way—helping clients face feared situations step by step, so they can gain confidence through real-world experiences. Over time, clients learn to manage their anxiety more effectively, increase their comfort in social settings, and engage more fully in life. My goal is to help you feel more connected, capable, and at ease with yourself and others.
36 Years Experience
Online in Seminole, FL (Online Only)
Molly Terry
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LMHC
I am an expert with treating anxiety. I use Cognitive Behavior Therapy along with building the therapeutic relationship.
26 Years Experience
In-Person Near Seminole, FL
Online in Seminole, FL
Heidi Ison-Lustberg
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, MSW, LCSW, BCD
People with over-control seem to 'see threat everywhere.' Especially in social situations and relationships. RO DBT teaches about how our perceptions of threat may not match reality and how to behave in a manner that helps you feel safe and comfortable in social situations.
19 Years Experience
Online in Seminole, FL (Online Only)
Mary Gonzalez
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
If social situations leave you feeling anxious, self-conscious, or emotionally drained, you're not alone. Social anxiety is more than shyness—it can involve an intense fear of being judged, criticized, rejected, or embarrassed. You may avoid speaking up in meetings, meeting new people, attending social events, or expressing your thoughts because you're worried about saying or doing the "wrong" thing. Over time, this fear can impact your relationships, career, confidence, and overall quality of life.
At Holding Space Therapy, we provide compassionate, evidence-based treatment to help you understand and overcome social anxiety. Together, we'll explore the thoughts, beliefs, and past experiences that contribute to your anxiety while developing practical tools to reduce fear and build confidence in social situations. Using approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), mindfulness, exposure-based strategies, and trauma-informed care, we'll work to identify and challenge unhelpful thought patterns, reduce self-criticism, regulate physical symptoms of anxiety, and strengthen your ability to navigate social interactions with greater ease. If past experiences such as bullying, emotional abuse, rejection, or trauma have contributed to your anxiety, EMDR may also be incorporated to help process those experiences and reduce their ongoing emotional impact.
Our goal isn't to change who you are or make you more outgoing than you want to be. Instead, therapy helps you feel more comfortable being your authentic self, communicate with greater confidence, establish healthy relationships, and participate more fully in the experiences that matter most to you. You deserve to live without constantly worrying about what others think. With the right support, you can develop lasting confidence, reduce anxiety, and create meaningful connections while staying true to yourself.
6 Years Experience
Online in Seminole, FL (Online Only)
Brian L. Long
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MAC
I have 20+ years experience working with individuals, couples, families and groups reducing symptoms of social anxiety, overwhelm and overstimulation in social settings.
23 Years Experience
Online in Seminole, FL (Online Only)
Positive Pathways Counseling
Counselor/Therapist
At Positive Pathways Counseling, we support individuals who feel anxious or overwhelmed in social situations. Our team helps clients build confidence, reduce fear of judgment, and develop practical skills to feel more comfortable and connected in social and professional settings.
6 Years Experience
Online in Seminole, FL (Online Only)
Gerry Letendre
Hypnotherapist, RPh, MBA, CHt
Social anxiety often involves more than shyness. It can include fear of judgment, self-consciousness, anticipatory worry, or feeling “on edge” in social or professional situations. Even when individuals understand that their fears may be exaggerated, the emotional response can feel automatic and difficult to control.
My approach to working with social anxiety is personalized and collaborative. Hypnosis helps address the subconscious patterns that influence how the mind and body respond in social settings. Rather than using scripted techniques, sessions are tailored to the individual’s goals and real-life situations, helping reduce anxiety, build confidence, and develop a greater sense of ease during interactions.
Clients commonly seek hypnosis for social anxiety related to public speaking, meetings, social gatherings, dating, or workplace interactions. Hypnosis offers a drug-free, complementary approach that allows clients to remain aware and in control while learning to respond more calmly and confidently.
This work is not a replacement for medical or mental health care, and I do not recommend changing prescribed medications without consulting a healthcare provider. When appropriate, hypnosis can be used alongside other professional support to help clients feel more comfortable, present, and self-assured in social situations.
13 Years Experience
Online in Seminole, FL (Online Only)
April Bieber
Licensed Professional Counselor, CMHC, CPC, LCPC, LMHC, LPC, LPC-MHS, QS (FL)
Social anxiety can make even simple interactions feel overwhelming. I help clients understand their fears, reduce avoidance, and build the confidence to connect more comfortably with others.
17 Years Experience
Online in Seminole, FL (Online Only)
Jennifer L Abel
Psychologist, Ph.D.
Social anxiety involves three components: cognitive (thinking), behavioral, and physiological. I can help you change your thinking to be more positive, yet accurate. Behavioral includes facing your social fears (the more you avoid, the more fearful you will be), as well as social skills. I'll help you learn social skills. Physiological means that dreaded fight flight response (heart pounding, blushing, sweating). I'll help you to stay relaxed when anxious. Believe it or not 95% of people are anxious in at least one social situation. Normalizing it and accepting it is another thing I am Abel (hahaha) to help you with.
30 Years Experience
Online in Seminole, FL (Online Only)
Social Anxiety therapists in Seminole, FL Statistics
Social Anxiety therapists in Seminole, FL average 16 years of experience and charge around $196 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (81%), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (39%), and Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) (39%).
Average years in practice
16 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$196
Accept insurance
47%
Offer sliding scale
40%
Gender ID
| 60% |
Female |
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| 35% |
Male |
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| 3% |
Non-Binary |
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| 2% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 54% |
In Person and Online |
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| 46% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 81% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 39% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 39% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 36% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 32% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
| 31% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 30% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
Ages Served
| 99% | Adult |
| 76% | Young Adult |
| 50% | Senior |
| 45% | Teen |
| 21% | Children |
Client Focus
| 54% | Women |
| 37% | Men |
| 37% | LGBTQ+ |
| 27% | Military / Veterans |
| 25% | Hispanic / Latino |