Fear of being judged negatively or avoiding things so we are not embarrassed or judged is the hallmark here. If we avoid everything tends to get worse. Dr. Davenport may be able to help.
Social anxiety can be painful and isolating, but it doesn't have to be. I understand why this is one of people's top fears. Talking in therapy about the worries you have and learning new ways to practice social skills as well as learning more accurate self talk and self appraisal can increase confidence and improve your social life.
I have helped many clients overcome social anxiety through using a combination of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and relaxation techniques. Much of this therapy focuses on helping clients improve their sense of self-compassion and self-acceptance. I also help clients explore how to improve their communication and overall relationship patterns.
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW,LICSW, LISW-S, LISW
It feels like everyone is judging you! Going into a large business is overwhelming. We can help! Gain skills to be able to live your life without shame, doubt, and panic.
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (WV), Licensed Independent Social Worker (OH)
I particularly like working with people who experience anxiety of all forms. The first area of anxiety I developed a special interest in is Obsessive Compulsive Disorder. It really strikes me how "crazy" people feel when they struggle with obsessive thoughts and the compulsions that go along with them. When you are able to help people change their reaction to their obsessive thoughts, it is remarkable the improvement they can experience.
I enjoy the whole range of anxiety disorders from the worry of generalized anxiety to the body focus of panic to the avoidance reminders of traumatic experiences from posttraumatic stress. It feels like this is an area where I understand people's experiences and where the ways I tend to work with people seem to make a difference, often very quickly.