Social Anxiety therapists in Toronto, ON
Browse Social Anxiety therapists in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
Social Anxiety
Natalie V. Bochenska
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, RCAT, Certified Somatic Practitioner
Social anxiety can make everyday interactions feel exhausting, leaving you worried about judgment, rejection, or saying the wrong thing. I help clients explore the underlying fears, past relational experiences, and nervous system responses that contribute to discomfort in social situations. Together, we work toward developing greater confidence, emotional safety, and the freedom to connect with others more authentically.
6 Years Experience
Online in Toronto, ON (Online Only)
Social Anxiety
Jessie Erb
Registered Psychotherapist, DPsychotherapy
Social anxiety can be debilitating as it often is the very opposite of what one is striving for: connection with others. In my practice, we look at the specifics of what may be bringing someone distress in social situations, what these social situations may be and I help provide tools for being able to rebuild courage and resilience to face these day-to-day stressors.
12 Years Experience
Online in Toronto, ON (Online Only)
Social Anxiety
Dr. Kim Edwards
Psychologist, C.Psych.
MindFit offers a personalized Worry-Busters Program based on cognitive behavioural therapy strategies to help increase comfort, confidence and success in social and performance situations. Techniques include cognitive restructuring, behavioural strategies (e.g., relaxation, facing feared situations in a gradual/step-wise manner), education about anxiety, and weekly goal setting. MindFit's goal is to provide you with a toolbox for getting and staying in emotional shape.
11 Years Experience
In-Person in Toronto, ON
Online in Toronto, ON
Social Anxiety
Nora Taylor, MA, RP
Registered Psychotherapist, Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology 1994
Social anxiety can be related to our sense of self/our self esteem; feeling a sense of empowerment in relationships; feeling that we are accepted just as we are; no change needed. It can involve learning new communication skills. Social anxiety if also related to experiences of shame. Bringing shame out into the light of day can help.
32 Years Experience
In-Person in Toronto, ON M6G 1L5
Online in Toronto, ON
Social Anxiety
Azin Heydari
Registered Psychotherapist, RP; MA
Social anxiety is both a cognitive and a physiological response. I help clients understand what their body is signalling in social situations and develop tools to regulate those reactions. With mindfulness and gradual exposure, social interactions can feel more relaxed and authentic.
6 Years Experience
In-Person in Toronto, ON M5S 1G6
Online in Toronto, ON
Social Anxiety
Ekta Abhay Lather
Registered Psychotherapist, Registered Psychotherapist
Social anxiety is a common condition characterized by intense fear or apprehension in social situations. Individuals with social anxiety may worry excessively about being judged, embarrassed, or humiliated in public or among peers. This can lead to avoidance of social interactions and impact daily functioning and relationships. Symptoms can include rapid heartbeat, sweating, trembling, and difficulty speaking. It's crucial to recognize that social anxiety is a manageable condition, and seeking help is an important step toward overcoming these challenges. Therapeutic approaches, such as cognitive-behavioral therapy, and support from friends and family can play a significant role in building confidence and improving social skills. With the right strategies, individuals can learn to navigate social situations more comfortably and enhance their overall well-being.
4 Years Experience
In-Person in Toronto, ON
Online in Toronto, ON
Social Anxiety
Cimberly R Nesker
Registered Psychotherapist, B.A., MSc., PG Dip, CCC, CRPO
As of July 2019, I have also received training to offer Anxiety Coaching. This a specified set of sessions to help you to take back your life from Anxiety. Trained by Karen Day in Breaking the Worry Trance, this is an intensive deep-dive into anxiety. It is particularly useful for OCD, Social Anxiety and GAD.
18 Years Experience
In-Person in Toronto, ON M4S 1Y2
Online in Toronto, ON
Social Anxiety
Jennifer Morley
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MA, BSc, BA, CCPA
We help individuals struggling with social anxiety, fear of judgment, and avoidance of social situations. Therapy focuses on understanding anxiety patterns, building confidence, and developing tools for more comfortable and authentic social connection.
3 Years Experience
Online in Toronto, ON (Online Only)
Social Anxiety
Toronto Psychotherapy Space (TPS Therapy)
Counsellor/Therapist, Registered Psychotherapists (RP) and Registered Social Workers (RSW, MSW)
Social anxiety can make everyday interactions feel as though they carry enormous stakes. You may replay conversations afterward, worry about being judged, avoid situations you actually want to participate in, or feel intense anxiety before social events. Our therapists help clients understand the patterns that maintain social anxiety, reduce avoidance, develop coping strategies, and gradually build greater confidence and comfort connecting with others.
20 Years Experience
In-Person in Toronto, ON M4K 1P1
Online in Toronto, ON
Social Anxiety
Reegan Bushby
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Anxiety is a natural bodily response to our environment, but it can sometimes appear when we don't want it to. I often use Cognitive Behavioural Therapy in my practice, but like to pull from other modalities when it appears necessary for your treatment goals to be reached. We will often focus on how our thoughts and the environment around us, impact our emotions and behaviours that might not be suiting us. Together, we will work towards your specific goals in order to create change in your everyday life. Schedule a free 15-minute consultation to connect with any questions you may have.
8 Years Experience
Online in Toronto, ON (Online Only)
Social Anxiety
Kylie Feller
Licensed Professional Counsellor, MA, CCC
It’s not that you’re bad at connection—some parts of you just don’t feel safe in it.
If social situations leave you feeling anxious, self-conscious, or like you constantly need to monitor how you show up, you’re not alone. Social anxiety often stems from parts of us that carry past experiences of rejection, embarrassment, or not being accepted for who we are. Through Internal Family Systems (IFS), I help you gently connect with these protective parts, understand their fears, and begin to unburden the beliefs that keep you stuck in self-doubt. Together, we create space for confidence, authenticity, and the kind of connection that feels safe and real.
10 Years Experience
Online in Toronto, ON (Online Only)
Social Anxiety
Marjan Emami
Counsellor/Therapist, MD, RTC #3608, MPCC-Provisional #4797, ACTA #3122
Social anxiety is not a flaw or a personal failure. It is a survival response shaped by early experiences where safety, acceptance, or connection were missing. It arises from a “wound” that leaves a person feeling unlovable or unsafe, often creating chronic tension and fear in social situations. Healing involves compassionate self-inquiry, understanding the anxiety as a signal rather than a problem, exploring how it manifests in the body, and gradually rebuilding authentic connections that restore a sense of safety and belonging.
2 Years Experience
Online in Toronto, ON (Online Only)
Social Anxiety
New Moon Psychotherapy
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, MACP, MSW, RSW, RP, RP(Q)
Social anxiety does not have to interfere with the life you want to live. We want to help you learn what is getting in the way of meaningful and stress-free social interactions - how your thoughts are contributing to the fear and discomfort that you feel in social situations. We also want to help you develop skills so that you can relate to these thoughts a little differently and build confidence in social situations. This includes understanding what is happening in your body when you feel anxious and how you can regulate and establish a feeling of safety.
It IS possible to make new meaningful connections, to not have to analyze each social interaction, and to advocate for yourself at home and work.
Contact us for a complimentary 15-minute consultation - we will connect you with clinicians from our team of trained and passionate registered psychotherapists and social workers so that you can discuss your needs and how we might be able to help.
16 Years Experience
In-Person in Toronto, ON M5V 1X9
Online in Toronto, ON
Social Anxiety
Kim David
Registered Psychotherapist, RP (Qualifying)
Social anxiety can make everyday interactions feel uncomfortable or overwhelming, often bringing worry about how you are perceived or whether you will say or do the wrong thing. Therapy can help you understand what sits beneath these fears and gradually feel more secure and comfortable in your relationships with others.
10 Years Experience
In-Person in Toronto, ON
Online in Toronto, ON
Social Anxiety
Michael Sa'd - Toronto Talk Therapy
Registered Social Worker, RSW, MSW, CFST, MBA
Social anxiety can make everyday interactions feel overwhelming, leading to avoidance, self-doubt, and feelings of isolation. My approach to addressing social anxiety is compassionate and evidence-based, aimed at helping clients build confidence and navigate social situations with greater ease. Through proven techniques such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), exposure strategies, and mindfulness practices, I help clients identify and challenge negative thought patterns, develop practical coping skills, and foster meaningful connections. Together, we work toward reducing fear and discomfort, empowering you to engage fully in life’s social opportunities with confidence and self-assurance.
14 Years Experience
Online in Toronto, ON (Online Only)
Social Anxiety
Samantha Williams-Lauder
Registered Social Worker, MSW,RSW
Social anxiety can make interactions feel exhausting, threatening, or full of self-monitoring. You may worry about being judged, rejected, embarrassed, or misunderstood. Therapy can help you understand these fears, reduce avoidance, build confidence, and develop a more compassionate relationship with yourself in social situations.
1 Years Experience
In-Person in Toronto, ON
Online in Toronto, ON
Social Anxiety
Bridges Clinical Hypnotherapy Services
Hypnotherapist
Social anxiety disorder (also known as Social Phobia) is a mental health condition. It is a type of anxiety disorder that causes extreme fear in social settings. It is an intense, persistent fear of being watched, judged and perhaps even humiliated by others. This fear can affect work, school, and your other day-to-day activities. It can even make it hard to make and keep friends. Hypnosis has proven to be an excellent method or complement to counteracting the negative effects of this disorder.
8 Years Experience
In-Person in Toronto, ON M4P 1G8
Online in Toronto, ON
Social Anxiety
AL Kaibzhanov, Psychotherapist & Coach | Anxiety, Trauma & EMDR Therapy
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW, LCSW
I specialize in helping individuals overcome social anxiety by providing compassionate, evidence-based therapy tailored to reduce fear and build confidence in social situations. Through a combination of cognitive-behavioral techniques and mindfulness practices, I work with you to develop coping strategies and enhance your ability to engage comfortably and authentically in social interactions. Let's work together to transform your social anxiety and improve your overall quality of life.
17 Years Experience
In-Person in Toronto, ON M5V 1K5
Online in Toronto, ON
Social Anxiety
Joshua Lewis
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, CT
Through a mindfulness-based cognitive behavioural approach, we will work together to help you learn how to recognize and change negative thoughts about yourself and develop skills to help you gain confidence in social situations. We may gradually work up to facing the situations you fear most. This can improve your coping skills and help you develop the confidence to deal with anxiety-inducing situations. We may also explore role-playing scenarios to help you practice your social skills and gain comfort and confidence relating to others, while acknowledging and addressing your worries and fears.
7 Years Experience
In-Person in Toronto, ON
Online in Toronto, ON
Social Anxiety
Manisha Grewal
Counsellor/Therapist, BA (Hons), MA, Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
I specialize in helping you overcome social anxiety through an integrative, client-centered approach. We’ll use acceptance and commitment therapy to cultivate willingness to experience anxiety in service of your values, mindfulness practices to anchor you in the present moment, and parts work to soothe the inner voices that fuel self-doubt. Cognitive and behavioral techniques will challenge unhelpful beliefs about social situations, while emotion-focused therapy supports you in processing the underlying fears. When appropriate, I incorporate spiritual/existential approaches to tap into your inner strength. Together, we’ll build the confidence and practical skills you need to engage authentically and comfortably in social settings.
2 Years Experience
Online in Toronto, ON (Online Only)
Social Anxiety therapists in Toronto, ON Statistics
Social Anxiety therapists in Toronto, ON average 11 years of experience and charge around $175 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (79%), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) (57%), and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) (55%).
Average years in practice
11 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$175
Accept insurance
83%
Offer sliding scale
64%
Gender ID
| 69% |
Female |
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| 25% |
Male |
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| 3% |
Non-Binary |
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| 3% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 65% |
In Person and Online |
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| 35% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 79% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 57% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 55% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 53% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
| 49% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 44% | Narrative Therapy |
| 42% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
Ages Served
| 99% | Adult |
| 72% | Young Adult |
| 60% | Teen |
| 57% | Senior |
| 25% | Children |
Client Focus
| 59% | Women |
| 47% | Men |
| 41% | LGBTQ+ |
| 32% | Christian |
| 29% | Persons with Disabilities |