Recent research found that 1 in 4 Australians experience some levels of social anxiety. Luckily there are many strategies that can diminish social anxiety and increase social confidence.
Together, we work to reduce fears around social anxiety, build social skills, and increase confidence, enabling you to navigate social situations with greater ease and comfort. I help clients overcome social anxiety through personalised strategies and evidence-based techniques.
Registered Psychotherapist, Masters in Gestalt Therapy
Social anxiety can feel incredibly exposing, like there's nowhere to hide. Introducing ourselves to a bunch of people or saying our name in a group can feel like a terrifying and even life-threatening task. And that's before we even get to giving a public talk.
There's usually a fear of being judged, criticised or shamed. And the fear of the anxiety arising in company is usually more debilitating than the anxiety itself. The important thing to know is that it's a very normal fear, and that lots of people experience it.