Social Anxiety therapists in Townsville, Queensland QLD, Australia AU
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Social Anxiety
Tony O'Loughlin
Registered Psychotherapist, GradDip Psychotherapy, BA (Social Science), Trauma Informed Somatic Facilitator, PACFA member
Together, we work to reduce fears around social anxiety, build social skills, and increase confidence, enabling you to navigate social situations with greater ease and comfort. I help clients overcome social anxiety through personalised strategies and evidence-based techniques.
5 Years Experience
Online in Townsville, QLD Queensland (Online Only)
Social Anxiety
Dr Rachel Hannam
Psychologist, PhD Psychology
I help individuals with social anxiety reduce fear of social situations, challenge unhelpful thoughts, and build confidence in social interactions through evidence-based strategies.
14 Years Experience
Online in Townsville, QLD Queensland
Social Anxiety
Hargan Psychology
Psychologist
In our current climate, we are seeing more clients presenting with symptoms of Social Anxiety. These symptoms are treatable and we would be pleased to support you to feel more confident and comfortable in your environment.
12 Years Experience
Online in Townsville, QLD Queensland
Social Anxiety
Grounded Space Counselling
Licensed Professional Counsellor, Graduate Diploma Trauma Informed Processwork Psychotherapy (Process Oriented Psychology), Diploma Counselling, Somatic Experiencing Cert II/III
When it comes to social anxiety the client-therapist relationship is an integral part of healing and can within itself, serve as a supportive and validating resource throughout the therapeutic process, fostering a sense of trust and empowerment for clients as they work towards integrating all aspects of themselves for greater self-awareness and clarity. Social anxiety can be extremely impactful and debilitating to anyone who has experienced it. The fear of social situations and interactions can manifest in a variety of ways with symptoms ranging from sweating, trembling, rapid heart rate and difficulty speaking to a complete withdrawal from all social interactions. This can stem from a fear of being judged, embarrassed, or of being rejected by others to underlaying issues such as trauma and low self-esteem. I provide a safe, compassionate and understanding space to help support and completely guide you to identify the root cause of the anxiety and welcome you to reach out through whatever means of communication you feel comfortable, so we can schedule a time to have a chat.
6 Years Experience
Online in Townsville, QLD Queensland
Social Anxiety
Rob McClintock Counselling
Licensed Mental Health Counsellor, Dip Counselling ACA, Clinical Hypnotherapist ASCH,
Social anxiety can turn everyday interactions into overwhelming ordeals, making you feel like everyone is watching, judging, or waiting for you to fail. The fear of embarrassment, rejection, or saying the wrong thing can keep you isolated, missing out on relationships, career opportunities, and life experiences. Having experienced acute anxiety myself, I understand how paralyzing these fears can be and how they create a prison of avoidance and self-consciousness. My approach to social anxiety goes beyond exposure therapy or coping strategies to address the subconscious beliefs and past experiences that fuel your fear of social judgment. Using Subconscious Dynamics™, we identify and transform the deep-seated programming that interprets social situations as threats, allowing you to rewire your nervous system's automatic responses. This work helps you develop genuine confidence in social settings, moving from survival mode to authentic connection with others.
6 Years Experience
Online in Townsville, QLD Queensland
Townsville is the largest city in tropical North Queensland — a military, agricultural, and mining hub built around Lavarack Barracks (home to the Army's 3rd Brigade), James Cook University, and a regional healthcare system serving a vast geographic area. The city's significant Australian Army presence creates therapy demand from military families navigating deployment stress and the emotional challenges of service life, while the broader civilian population navigates the economic cycles of mining and agriculture. Townsville University Hospital provides institutional mental health resources, while James Cook University's psychology programs supply clinical training to the local and regional community. Townsville's tropical climate and geographic isolation — it is the largest city between Brisbane and Darwin — mean therapists serve clients from a very wide catchment, and telehealth plays an important role in extending care across North Queensland.
Social Anxiety therapists in Townsville, Queensland, Australia Statistics
Social Anxiety therapists in Townsville, Queensland, Australia average 13 years of experience and charge around $176 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) (69%), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (63%), and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) (55%).
Average years in practice
13 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$176
Accept insurance
47%
Offer sliding scale
61%
Gender ID
| 54% |
Female |
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| 41% |
Male |
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| 3% |
Gender Fluid |
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| 2% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 69% |
In Person and Online |
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| 31% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 69% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 63% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 55% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 43% | Interpersonal Therapy (IPT) |
| 41% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 39% | Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT) |
| 39% | Internal Family Systems (IFS) |
Ages Served
| 98% | Adult |
| 80% | Young Adult |
| 67% | Senior |
| 47% | Teen |
| 33% | Children |
Client Focus
| 65% | Men |
| 63% | Women |
| 55% | LGBTQ+ |
| 55% | Persons with Disabilities |
| 41% | Asian |