Social Anxiety therapists in Needham, MA
Browse Social Anxiety therapists in Needham, Massachusetts. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
Laura Rinaldi
Marriage and Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
I help individuals understand the roots of their social anxiety and develop practical tools to feel more comfortable and confident in social situations.
26 Years Experience
In-Person Near Needham, MA
Beth Kurland
Psychologist, Ph.D.
Social anxiety can make the world feel smaller, often leading to avoidance of experiences that might otherwise bring meaning and connection. In our work together, we’ll take a gentle, supportive approach to help you befriend your anxiety rather than battle it. You’ll learn practical tools so that anxiety no longer takes the driver’s seat in your life. Instead of waiting for anxiety to disappear and putting your life on hold, we’ll focus on taking small, steady steps that allow you to re-engage with life and move toward what matters most to you.
32 Years Experience
In-Person Near Needham, MA
Online in Needham, MA
Allison Margolis
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP-BC, LICSW, RN
An anxiety disorder is a medical condition that needs proper treatment and cannot be overcome simply through willpower or a change in attitude. At Bell Health, we will create an individualized treatment plan based on your needs, which may include medication, psychotherapy, or lifestyle changes.
10 Years Experience
Online in Needham, MA (Online Only)
Glenn Klein
Licensed Professional Counselor, LMHC
Social anxiety is often related to self-esteem, so addressing one issue often leads to improvement in the other.
29 Years Experience
In-Person Near Needham, MA
Online in Needham, MA
Tin Huang
Pre-Licensed Professional, PsyD
I have significant experience helping clients overcome the debilitating effects of social anxiety, from fear of judgment to avoidance of social situations. My approach is warm, collaborative, and nonjudgmental, providing a safe space to explore the thoughts and feelings that fuel your social fears. I also consider how cultural expectations and societal pressures can contribute to and intensify feelings of social anxiety.
Together, we'll identify triggers, challenge unhelpful beliefs, and gradually build confidence and practical skills for navigating social interactions.
Through this informed and supportive process, I empower clients to step out of isolation, connect authentically, and live more freely in social settings.
6 Years Experience
Online in Needham, MA (Online Only)
Dr. Kirsten Christensen
Psychologist, Ph.D.
Our therapists specialize in supporting college students, graduate students, professionals, and adults with social anxiety, generalized anxiety, and other anxiety-related concerns.
9 Years Experience
Online in Needham, MA (Online Only)
J. Rosalyn Diehl
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, MA, LMHC, LPPC, LPC
Social anxiety can make everyday interactions feel stressful, overwhelming, or exhausting. You may find yourself overthinking conversations, worrying about being judged, avoiding social situations, or feeling self-conscious even in routine interactions. Therapy can help you understand the thoughts and patterns that fuel anxiety, build confidence in social settings, and develop practical strategies for managing discomfort. Together, we'll work toward helping you feel more comfortable being yourself, strengthening self-confidence, and creating more meaningful connections with others.
12 Years Experience
Online in Needham, MA (Online Only)
Brian Bermack
Psychologist, Psy.D.
Using evidence-based techniques that are quite effective in treating social anxiety, I can help you tackle this barrier to feeling connected with others and give you tools to feel more able to push past your fears and cope with anxiety. Please reach out today for more information.
12 Years Experience
Online in Needham, MA (Online Only)
Mary Mesiha
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LICSW
College can be an exciting time—but it can also bring intense pressure to fit in, make friends, and find your place. If social situations leave you feeling anxious, self-conscious, or worried about being judged, you’re not alone. Many students quietly struggle with these same feelings. In therapy, we’ll work together to understand your anxiety, build coping skills, and increase your confidence so you can feel more at ease connecting with others and fully engaging in college life.
27 Years Experience
Online in Needham, MA (Online Only)
Abelee Groff
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LICSW
I work with adults struggling with social anxiety, shyness, or fear of judgment in personal, professional, or social settings. I help clients understand how patterns of worry, avoidance, and self-criticism develop and how they impact relationships, confidence, and daily life.
I integrate trauma-informed, somatic, and parts-based approaches to support emotional regulation, increase self-awareness, and build coping skills. Therapy emphasizes self-compassion, confidence, and practical strategies to navigate social situations, communicate effectively, and foster meaningful connections.
5 Years Experience
Online in Needham, MA (Online Only)
Social Anxiety therapists in Needham, MA Statistics
Social Anxiety therapists in Needham, MA average 13 years of experience and charge around $193 per session. 98% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (63%), Behavioral Therapy (35%), and Psychodynamic Therapy (34%).
Average years in practice
13 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$193
Accept insurance
32%
Offer sliding scale
32%
Gender ID
| 65% |
Female |
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| 34% |
Male |
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| 1% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 58% |
Online Only |
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| 40% |
In Person and Online |
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| 2% |
In Person Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 63% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 35% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 34% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 29% | Hypnotherapy |
| 29% | Integrative Therapy |
| 27% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 27% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
Ages Served
| 98% | Adult |
| 74% | Young Adult |
| 37% | Senior |
| 32% | Teen |
| 19% | Children |
Client Focus
| 56% | Women |
| 42% | Men |
| 39% | LGBTQ+ |
| 29% | Christian |
| 27% | Jewish |