Social Anxiety therapists in Columbia, Missouri MO
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Social Anxiety
Kieri Olmstead
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
Social anxiety is often less about being around people and more about being seen — and the terror of what they might find if they really look. At Simple Empathy we work with the part of you that monitors, edits and manages every interaction, and we get curious about what it's protecting you from. This isn't exposure therapy disguised as something deeper. It's actual depth work — looking at the story beneath the anxiety, the early experiences that taught you that being visible was dangerous, and building a self that can be seen without bracing for impact.
9 Years Experience
Online in Columbia, MO Missouri
Social Anxiety
Taylor Esworthy
Marriage and Family Therapist, PMFT
Social anxiety can make everyday interactions feel overwhelming or draining. I work with clients to understand the fear underneath it while building confidence in social situations. We’ll take it step by step so you can feel more comfortable showing up as yourself.
1 Years Experience
Online in Columbia, MO Missouri
Social Anxiety
Middle Path Wellness Collective
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, LMSW, LPC, PLPC
We specialize in helping clients overcome social anxiety, including fear of judgment, overthinking social interactions, and feeling self-conscious or on edge around others. Many clients find themselves replaying conversations, avoiding certain situations, or feeling exhausted from trying to say or do the “right” thing. Social anxiety can make it difficult to form relationships, speak up, or feel comfortable being yourself. Our approach helps clients understand the roots of their anxiety, build confidence in social situations, and develop a stronger sense of internal security. Over time, clients learn to engage more freely, trust themselves, and feel more at ease in their relationships and daily lives.
19 Years Experience
Online in Columbia, MO Missouri
Social Anxiety
Craig Springer
Psychologist, PhD
Do you struggle taking the first steps to get closer to others and feel detached?
Do you experience tension or conflict when you get closer to your acquaintances?
Do you feel anxious in social situations and shy away from closer connections?
Do you long for more enjoyment and fun in your social experience?
While we desire relationships and connections with others outside of our immediate families, we may experience difficulty establishing and maintaining these relationships .
If you are someone who…
looks for closer connections
wishes there was more care and less conflict with your friends
get anxious when talking to strangers or in social gatherings
… then I may be able to help. I can assist you in improving your communication and interpersonal skills to bring you closer to others. While conflict can surface in every human interaction, if it is handled skillfully with warmth and respect, there is a great chance to develop closer and more meaningful relationships.
I have experience helping people manage relationship conflicts, attachment difficulties and social anxiety. Please contact me if you are interested in exploring these services.
20 Years Experience
Online in Columbia, MO Missouri
Social Anxiety
Lauren Chavis
Psychologist, PsyD
I completed my doctoral research on social anxiety and interventions to best address the symptoms.
16 Years Experience
Online in Columbia, MO Missouri
Social Anxiety therapists in Columbia, Missouri Statistics
Social Anxiety therapists in Columbia, Missouri average 16 years of experience and charge around $206 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (82%), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (46%), and Behavioral Therapy (37%).
Average years in practice
16 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$206
Accept insurance
39%
Offer sliding scale
36%
Gender ID
| 58% |
Female |
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| 40% |
Male |
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| 2% |
Non-Binary |
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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) |
| 46% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 37% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 37% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 31% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 31% | Interpersonal Therapy (IPT) |
| 30% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
Ages Served
| 95% | Adult |
| 75% | Young Adult |
| 54% | Senior |
| 46% | Teen |
| 20% | Children |
Client Focus
| 51% | Women |
| 37% | Men |
| 36% | LGBTQ+ |
| 29% | Military / Veterans |
| 22% | Christian |