Social Anxiety therapists in Whitby, ON
Browse Social Anxiety therapists in Whitby, Ontario, Canada. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
Social Anxiety
Paighe Rojas
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Social anxiety can make you overthink everything—what to say, how you came across, what people “must” be thinking. Therapy helps you reduce self-conscious spirals, build confidence, and practice exposure in a way that feels structured and doable. You can become more present in social situations instead of performing for approval.
9 Years Experience
In-Person in Whitby, ON
Online in Whitby, ON
Social Anxiety
Usman Khan
Registered Psychotherapist, MD, MPH, MACP, RP
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and exposure techniques to help you gradually face and overcome your fears. We’ll work together to build confidence, develop effective coping strategies, and enhance your social skills. Contact me to begin working towards greater comfort and confidence in social situations. Book a free consultation today.
4 Years Experience
In-Person in Whitby, ON
Online in Whitby, ON
Social Anxiety
Justin Mulder
Registered Psychotherapist, M.A., Registered Psychotherapist
Social anxiety can make everyday situations feel far more stressful than they look from the outside. Things like meeting new people, speaking up in a group, dating, or even simple conversations can bring up a lot of worry about being judged, saying the wrong thing, or not fitting in. Over time, it’s easy to start avoiding situations that once felt manageable, which can lead to feeling more isolated or stuck. In therapy, we take a gentle and practical approach to understanding where those fears come from and how they show up for you. Together, we work on building confidence, easing the pressure you put on yourself, and finding ways to engage socially that feel more natural and less overwhelming.
2 Years Experience
In-Person in Whitby, ON L1R 1Y5
Online in Whitby, ON
Social Anxiety
Kristen See
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Social anxiety often goes hand-in-hand with neurodivergence. I specialize in supporting suspected or late diagnosed ADHDers and AuDHDers who are "high-masking", perfectionistic, and/or cycle between introversion and extroversion. Social anxiety can also be a symptom of trauma. If you are feeling nervous, withdrawn, lonely or are self-isolated, I would like to encourage you to reach out. Improving social anxiety begins when you give yourself permission to connect
7 Years Experience
Online in Whitby, ON (Online Only)
Social Anxiety
Durham Psychotherapy (In-person + Direct Billing Available)
Registered Social Worker, MSW,RSW
Exposure plans, thought skills, and conversation practice so meetings and dating feel possible. Grow confidence steadily.
16 Years Experience
In-Person in Whitby, ON
Online in Whitby, 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 Whitby, ON
Online in Whitby, ON
Social Anxiety
Kayla Rivera
Registered Psychotherapist, RP
Social anxiety often looks like overthinking, self monitoring, and replaying conversations long after they’re over. We’ll gently unpack the beliefs underneath the fear of judgement, build skills for calming your nervous system, and practice new ways of showing up without masking. Over time, social situations can feel less like a performance and more like connection.
4 Years Experience
In-Person Near Whitby, ON
Online in Whitby, ON
Social Anxiety
Makai Livingstone
Registered Psychotherapist, RP (Qualifying)
Social anxiety can make everyday interactions — meetings, gatherings, even small talk — feel exhausting or threatening. I help clients understand the roots of their social anxiety, build tolerance for the discomfort it brings up, and develop a more secure sense of self that doesn't depend on managing everyone else's perception of you.
4 Years Experience
In-Person Near Whitby, ON
Online in Whitby, ON
Social Anxiety
Ashleigh Bell
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, Qualifying
If social situations leave you overthinking every word, avoiding events, or feeling physically sick, therapy can help. We’ll identify the fears underneath, gently challenge unhelpful beliefs, and practice skills to help you feel more confident and present with others.
5 Years Experience
In-Person Near Whitby, ON
Online in Whitby, ON
Social Anxiety
Madeleine Krupl
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Step-by-step exposure, cognitive reframing, and nervous-system regulation so you can face conversations, meetings, and dating with more ease.
8 Years Experience
Online in Whitby, ON (Online Only)
Whitby is a Durham Region community east of Toronto, notably home to Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health Sciences, one of Ontario's largest dedicated mental health hospitals, which reflects the significance of mental health as a local concern and provides specialized inpatient and outpatient psychiatric services that make the area an important hub for mental health care in the eastern Greater Toronto Area. The city has grown rapidly as a commuter community for Toronto, with GO Transit service making the journey manageable, and the pressures of long commutes and the costs of homeownership are among the stressors residents bring to therapy. A private therapy sector serves those seeking outpatient counselling, and the presence of Ontario Shores means that more intensive mental health needs can be addressed locally rather than requiring travel to Toronto. Common therapy concerns include commuter and work-life stress, family and parenting pressures, anxiety, and the transition challenges of a rapidly growing community.
Social Anxiety therapists in Whitby, ON Statistics
Social Anxiety therapists in Whitby, ON average 11 years of experience and charge around $176 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (80%), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) (57%), and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) (57%).
Average years in practice
11 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$176
Accept insurance
83%
Offer sliding scale
63%
Gender ID
| 70% |
Female |
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| 24% |
Male |
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| 4% |
Non-Binary |
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| 2% |
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
| 80% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 57% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 57% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 53% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
| 49% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 43% | Narrative Therapy |
| 41% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
Ages Served
| 99% | Adult |
| 73% | Young Adult |
| 61% | Teen |
| 57% | Senior |
| 25% | Children |
Client Focus
| 57% | Women |
| 46% | Men |
| 41% | LGBTQ+ |
| 31% | Christian |
| 29% | Persons with Disabilities |