Social Anxiety therapists in Salem, OR
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Social Anxiety
Mountain Crest Counseling Services, LLC
Counselor/Therapist, LPC, LCSW, and Register Associates
Social situations that seem easy for others can feel overwhelming when you’re experiencing social anxiety. You may worry about being judged, saying the wrong thing, making mistakes, or being the center of attention. These fears can lead to overthinking, avoidance, isolation, or feeling exhausted after interactions. Therapy provides a supportive, judgment-free space to understand these patterns and work through them at a pace that feels manageable.
Outpatient therapy can help you identify anxious thought patterns, build confidence, strengthen communication skills, and develop healthier ways to manage fear and self-consciousness. Together, we can work toward greater comfort in social situations and help you feel more present, connected, and confident without letting anxiety dictate what you do or who you become.
12 Years Experience
In-Person Near Salem, OR
Online in Salem, OR
Social Anxiety
Malama Counseling, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Social anxiety therapy, is a gradual approach to help individuals overcome intense fear of judgment by identifying, challenging, and replacing negative thought patterns with more realistic ones. Some techniques include gradual exposure to feared social situations, social skills training, and, if needed, medications like SSRIs or beta-blockers. I work with individuals with social anxiety using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).
10 Years Experience
Online in Salem, OR
Social Anxiety
Meghan Hanes
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
Social anxiety involves more than simply feeling shy. It can create intense worry about being judged, making mistakes, saying the wrong thing, or not being accepted by others. Together, we'll explore the roots of these fears while building confidence, self-trust, and the ability to engage more fully in relationships and social situations.
9 Years Experience
Online in Salem, OR (Online Only)
Social Anxiety
Stephanie Morfitt, LCSW More Fit Mental Health
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
When You Worry What Others Think
If you find yourself replaying conversations, worrying you said the “wrong” thing, or avoiding situations where you might be judged, you may be struggling with social anxiety. You might appear confident and put-together on the outside but inside feel tense, self-conscious, or on high alert. Even small interactions — meetings, text replies, or social plans — can feel like high-stakes performances. Social anxiety is not just shyness. It’s your brain trying to protect you from rejection or embarrassment — often by over-analyzing and keeping you stuck.
In therapy, we’ll use a structured, evidence-based approach called TEAM-CBT to help you feel calm and authentic around others. You’ll learn how to:
Identify and challenge the beliefs that drive fear of judgment
Rewire the inner dialogue that fuels self-criticism and avoidance
Build emotional tolerance for uncertainty and vulnerability
Practice real-world experiments that retrain your brain’s social safety system
Experience connection and confidence without overthinking every move
Our work blends compassion and science — using daily tools, feedback, and measurable progress to create lasting change. Most clients notice significant relief from social anxiety within 8 to 12 weeks.
I BELIEVE:
You deserve to feel safe being yourself — not performing for others.
Confidence isn’t the absence of anxiety; it’s learning to show up anyway.
Connection grows when we stop chasing perfection and start allowing authenticity.
Fear loses power when it’s met with curiosity instead of avoidance.
Laughter, empathy, and courage are the antidotes to shame.
Also Integrated In Our Work:
• Interpersonal Work – to strengthen connection and empower you to be yourself using The 5 Secrets of Effective Communication
• Mindful Self-Compassion – to cultivate a gentler, kinder inner voice through the work of Dr. Kristin Neff
• Trauma Resiliency Model (TRM) – to regulate the nervous system and support trauma recovery alongside cognitive tools for a well-rounded approach
10 Years Experience
Online in Salem, OR
Social Anxiety
Katie Steinert
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Social anxiety feels devastating. The constant fear of judgement, worrying that others can see that you are anxious, and the frustrating physical symptoms (pounding heart, trembling, sweating, or blushing) can be enough to make you feel hopeless, maybe even depressed. Let's explore how your thoughts, behaviors, and emotions interact to power your social anxiety. You CAN learn to interact with your anxiety in a more productive way. I believe that every individual struggling with social anxiety can learn to re-engage in their lives and reduce the impact that it has on their relationships and self-esteem.
11 Years Experience
Online in Salem, OR (Online Only)
Salem is Oregon's state capital and has a large and established Spanish-speaking Latino population, particularly connected to the agricultural sector of the Willamette Valley, making bilingual Spanish and English therapy provision an important feature of the local mental health landscape. Oregon State Hospital, one of the state's primary psychiatric facilities, is based in Salem, and the city is a significant regional center for mental health services across the mid-Willamette Valley. Salem Health's behavioral health services contribute to a reasonably well-resourced local mental health infrastructure. Common therapy concerns include anxiety, depression, family and relationship issues, and the stresses of agricultural and service sector work, as well as the particular needs of a large immigrant and refugee population navigating life in a mid-sized state capital.
Social Anxiety therapists in Salem, OR Statistics
Social Anxiety therapists in Salem, OR average 13 years of experience and charge around $197 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (62%), Hypnotherapy (36%), and Internal Family Systems (IFS) (36%).
Average years in practice
13 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$197
Accept insurance
38%
Offer sliding scale
51%
Gender ID
| 61% |
Female |
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| 35% |
Male |
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| 4% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 53% |
Online Only |
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| 47% |
In Person and Online |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 62% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 36% | Hypnotherapy |
| 36% | Internal Family Systems (IFS) |
| 31% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 27% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 27% | Somatic Therapy |
| 24% | Integrative Therapy |
Ages Served
| 98% | Adult |
| 62% | Young Adult |
| 51% | Senior |
| 27% | Teen |
| 18% | Children |
Client Focus
| 56% | Women |
| 49% | Men |
| 47% | LGBTQ+ |
| 38% | Christian |
| 38% | Hispanic / Latino |