Social Anxiety therapists in New York City, NY
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Social Anxiety
Anna Urbaniak
Psychologist, PhD
I support clients in building confidence, managing fear of judgment, and engaging in social situations through exposure, CBT, and mindfulness.
15 Years Experience
Online in New York City, NY (Online Only)
Social Anxiety
Shayda Ewalt
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
Social anxiety often develops from experiences of rejection, criticism, or feeling unsafe in relationships. It was not simply "shyness" but a protective response rooted in fear of judgment or harm. Therapy helps you understand the origins of these fears while building internal safety and confidence in relational spaces.
10 Years Experience
Online in New York City, NY (Online Only)
Social Anxiety
Danielle Farabaugh
Psychologist, Psy.D.
My approach to the treatment social anxiety is grounded in evidence-based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). I work collaboratively with clients to identify and challenge unhelpful thinking patterns and beliefs that contribute to fear and self-consciousness in social situations. Together, we use practical strategies such as cognitive restructuring, gradual exposure, and social skills training to build confidence and reduce avoidance. This structured, supportive process helps clients develop a more balanced perspective and engage more comfortably and authentically in social interactions.
19 Years Experience
Online in New York City, NY (Online Only)
Social Anxiety
Robert dos Santos Teixeira
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, SMF, MPIA, MA, MSW, LCSW
Social anxiety is fueled by low self-confidence and low self-esteem.
22 Years Experience
In-Person in New York City, NY
Online in New York City, NY
Social Anxiety
Dr. Laura Van Schaick-Harman
Psychologist, Psy.D.
Exposure therapy is provided.
17 Years Experience
Online in New York City, NY (Online Only)
Social Anxiety
Michael Nakhla
Psychiatrist, MD
Social anxiety goes beyond normal nervousness—it can significantly limit your career, relationships, and life experiences. I provide specialized treatment that addresses the fear of judgment and negative evaluation that fuels social anxiety. Through a combination of therapeutic techniques and medication management when appropriate, I'll help you build confidence and skills to engage more fully in social and professional situations.
9 Years Experience
In-Person in New York City, NY
Online in New York City, NY
Social Anxiety
Dr. Elizabeth Richards
Psychologist, Psy.D.
Do you often feel paralyzed by worry about judgment, criticism, or rejection, which interferes with your work, relationships, and daily life? In our work together, we’ll explore the patterns and beliefs underlying your social anxiety, while learning tools and strategies to increase confidence, manage anxious thoughts, and improve engagement in social and professional situations. By combining insight-oriented work with practical approaches, we’ll create opportunities for growth, self-understanding, and mastery. My goal is to help you feel more at ease, present, and capable of connecting authentically with others, while cultivating resilience in the face of social challenges. Feel free to contact me for a complementary 15-minute consultation if you think I might be the right therapist for you.
16 Years Experience
Online in New York City, NY (Online Only)
Social Anxiety
Madailein O' Donnell
Licensed Professional Counselor, Licensed Mental Health Counselor
Madailein has experience in providing therapy to patients who have Social Anxiety. Olga employs social skills therapy in her therapy sessions so one can overcome social Anxiety.
5 Years Experience
Online in New York City, NY (Online Only)
Social Anxiety
Susana Scotti, Journey Psychotherapy
Psychologist, PhD
Social anxiety can make everyday interactions feel stressful, intimidating, or even overwhelming. You might worry about being judged, embarrassed, or saying the “wrong” thing, leading you to avoid social situations, overthink conversations, or feel stuck in cycles of self-doubt. Over time, this can impact relationships, work, and your ability to feel confident and at ease around others. As a clinical psychologist, specializing in trauma, mood disorders and addiction, I help individuals understand and overcome social anxiety in a supportive, nonjudgmental environment. Together, we explore the underlying patterns that maintain anxiety, such as attachment anxiety, negative core beliefs about the self, fear of evaluation, and avoidance, and work toward building confidence and flexibility in social situations. My approach is integrative, utilizing evidence-based treatments, including dialectical behavior therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy and exposure therapy, while also incorporating depth oriented strategies to address root causes. We’ll move at a pace that feels manageable, helping you develop practical skills incrementally to navigate social interactions with greater ease and authenticity. With the right support, it’s possible to feel more comfortable being yourself, engage more fully in relationships, and approach social situations with increased confidence rather than fear.
13 Years Experience
Online in New York City, NY (Online Only)
Social Anxiety
Dr. Lindsay Perrin
Psychologist, Ph.D.
Social anxiety can make everyday interactions feel stressful, overwhelming, or emotionally exhausting. Whether you're worried about being judged, speaking up in groups, meeting new people, or feeling more confident in social or professional settings, therapy can help.
Drawing primarily from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and other evidence-based approaches, we'll work together to understand the patterns of thoughts, emotions, and behaviors that contribute to social anxiety. By gradually challenging unhelpful beliefs and developing practical coping strategies, you can build confidence, feel more at ease in social situations, and engage more fully in the relationships and experiences that matter most to you.
14 Years Experience
Online in New York City, NY (Online Only)
Social Anxiety
Dina Matic
Psychologist, PhD
I work with clients experiencing social anxiety using a combination of CBT, behavioral activation, mindfulness, and compassion-focused strategies. Together, we address fears, build confidence, and develop practical tools to engage more fully in social situations, helping clients feel empowered and connected.
16 Years Experience
Online in New York City, NY (Online Only)
Social Anxiety
Alan Jacobson, Psy.D.
Psychologist, Licensed Psychologist, Nationally Registered Health Service Provider
I use cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), Exposure Response Prevention (ERP), and mindfulness, all within a positive and humanistic therapeutic environment to help with social anxiety. We'll work together to help you overcome your anxiety, confidently enter more social situations, and feel more in control. Therapy for social anxiety is powerful, effective, and a cornerstone of my practice.
25 Years Experience
Online in New York City, NY (Online Only)
Social Anxiety
Richard (Rick) Brodsky
Psychologist, PsyD, MA
Social anxiety can block us from the way we would like to live our lives. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy provide many approaches to decreasing social anxiety.
24 Years Experience
Online in New York City, NY (Online Only)
Social Anxiety
Michael Brustein
Psychologist, Psy.D
ou will become less preoccupied with others perceptions of you by learning acceptance techniques. You will develop skills to soothe yourself when interacting with others. You will learn to confront social situations that you typically avoid via exposure. I will teach you techniques to reduce thoughts and concerns about negative social events. You will learn to express yourself more authentically when interacting with others through mindfulness. You will learn mindfulness techniques to reduce the intensity/duration of unwanted thoughts. You will learn how to reduce anxiety associated with your unwanted thoughts. You will learn coping skills to manage the anxiety associated with your unwanted thoughts. I will provide psycho-education about the neuropsychology of your obsession. And I will help you understand factors that exacerbate your obsessions.
22 Years Experience
Online in New York City, NY (Online Only)
Social Anxiety
Dr. Michelle Solomon
Psychologist, PsyD
I work with individuals experiencing social anxiety who feel held back by fear, overthinking, and self-consciousness in social situations. Their fear of being judged by others limits their ability to show up authentically as themselves. Together, we build tools to manage anxiety, challenge unhelpful thoughts, and strengthen your sense of ease and confidence with yourself and others.
9 Years Experience
Online in New York City, NY (Online Only)
Social Anxiety
Dr. Erica Gardner-Schuster
Psychologist, PhD
Are you struggling with social anxiety? If so, Group Therapy may help.
16 Years Experience
Online in New York City, NY (Online Only)
Social Anxiety
Dr. Lyndsay Elliott
Psychologist, PsyD.
Social anxiety goes far deeper than shyness — it is a persistent, exhausting fear of judgment, embarrassment, or saying the wrong thing that can quietly shrink your world over time. As a licensed clinical psychologist with 20+ years of experience, I help adults and high-achieving professionals navigate social anxiety disorder, performance anxiety, fear of judgment, public speaking anxiety, and the social avoidance that keeps so many capable people from fully engaging in their personal and professional lives. Using cognitive-behavioral therapy, exposure-based techniques, and psychodynamic insight, I help clients build genuine confidence and meaningful connection. Telehealth therapy for social anxiety available across 40+ states.
21 Years Experience
Online in New York City, NY (Online Only)
Social Anxiety
Alaina Ables
Counselor/Therapist, LMHC
I have lived experience as someone with Social Anxiety which gives me a unique perspective of helping my clients
5 Years Experience
Online in New York City, NY (Online Only)
Social Anxiety
Jamilet Calderon
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC-D
I help individuals navigate the anxieties of interpersonal relationships, move past the fear of judgment, and lean into authentic self-expression and self-advocacy in all social environments.
14 Years Experience
Online in New York City, NY (Online Only)
Social Anxiety
Donna M Torbico - HEAL & GROW for ACoAs
Counselor/Therapist, Recovery Therapist in Private Practice 40 years
This is caused by negative, usually unrealistic beliefs about ourselves & others. It is underpinned by actual childhood rejections, which now are projected out onto everyone we meet, especially onto strangers.
40 Years Experience
Online in New York City, NY (Online Only)
Social Anxiety therapists in New York City, NY Statistics
Social Anxiety therapists in New York City, NY average 16 years of experience and charge around $201 per session. 98% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (69%), Psychodynamic Therapy (38%), and Behavioral Therapy (35%).
Average years in practice
16 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$201
Accept insurance
36%
Offer sliding scale
52%
Gender ID
| 62% |
Female |
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| 31% |
Male |
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| 5% |
Non-Binary |
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| 2% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 58% |
In Person and Online |
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| 40% |
Online Only |
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| 2% |
In Person Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 69% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 38% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 35% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 34% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 34% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
| 29% | Interpersonal Therapy (IPT) |
| 28% | Integrative Therapy |
Ages Served
| 98% | Adult |
| 69% | Young Adult |
| 52% | Senior |
| 46% | Teen |
| 24% | Children |
Client Focus
| 60% | Women |
| 45% | LGBTQ+ |
| 43% | Men |
| 30% | Jewish |
| 28% | Hispanic / Latino |