Social Anxiety therapists in Sanford, NC
Browse Social Anxiety therapists in Sanford, North Carolina. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
Christopher McDowell, PsyD
Psychologist, PsyD
I have extensive experience treating children and adults for anxiety disorders. I utilize a Cognitive-Behavioral approach (CBT) to treating anxiety disorders.
14 Years Experience
In-Person Near Sanford, NC
Online in Sanford, NC
Kamini Wood
Life Coach, FHH, CLC, CPM
. Living this way can be exhausting and can leave you feeling disconnected from who you really are.
Together, we'll explore the patterns beneath your anxiety, strengthen your sense of emotional safety, and build the confidence to express yourself more authentically. As your self-trust grows, social situations begin to feel less about getting everything right and more about being present and connected.
8 Years Experience
Online in Sanford, NC (Online Only)
Congruence Counseling Group
Counselor/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, M.Ed. LCMHC, LMFT
Congruence Counseling Group can help individuals with Social Anxiety Disorder develop confidence in social situations and reduce fear of judgment or embarrassment. Clients learn practical strategies to manage anxious thoughts, improve communication skills, and gradually build comfort and self-assurance in social and professional environments.
20 Years Experience
In-Person Near Sanford, NC
Online in Sanford, NC
Bobby Newell
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, SEP
I specialize in helping individuals navigate social anxiety, whether it shows up as overthinking conversations, fear of judgment, avoiding social situations, or feeling uncomfortable being seen or heard. Social anxiety can make everyday interactions feel exhausting or overwhelming, even when you want to connect with others. Together, we focus on building confidence, reducing avoidance, and helping you feel more at ease in social settings. Using practical tools and mind-body techniques, I’ll help you manage anxiety in real time so you can show up more fully, communicate more comfortably, and feel less held back in your relationships and daily life.
27 Years Experience
In-Person Near Sanford, NC
Online in Sanford, NC
Be BOLD Psychology and Consulting
Psychologist, Ph.D
If social situations feel exhausting, awkward, or downright terrifying — you’re not alone. We help teens and adults build confidence, self-trust, and communication tools so they can feel more grounded in relationships and social spaces. Therapy can help you go from avoiding connection to actually enjoying it (yes, really).
8 Years Experience
In-Person Near Sanford, NC
Online in Sanford, NC
Social Anxiety therapists in Sanford, NC Statistics
Social Anxiety therapists in Sanford, NC average 16 years of experience and charge around $203 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (79%), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (45%), and Behavioral Therapy (37%).
Average years in practice
16 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$203
Accept insurance
41%
Offer sliding scale
37%
Gender ID
| 60% |
Female |
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| 35% |
Male |
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| 4% |
Non-Binary |
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| 1% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 52% |
In Person and Online |
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| 48% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 79% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 45% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 37% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 36% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 29% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
| 27% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
| 27% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
Ages Served
| 98% | Adult |
| 76% | Young Adult |
| 45% | Senior |
| 44% | Teen |
| 20% | Children |
Client Focus
| 54% | Women |
| 39% | Men |
| 37% | LGBTQ+ |
| 30% | Military / Veterans |
| 23% | Hispanic / Latino |