Social Anxiety therapists in Providence, Rhode Island RI
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Social Anxiety
Abelee Groff
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LICSW
I work with adults struggling with social anxiety, shyness, or fear of judgment in personal, professional, or social settings. I help clients understand how patterns of worry, avoidance, and self-criticism develop and how they impact relationships, confidence, and daily life.
I integrate trauma-informed, somatic, and parts-based approaches to support emotional regulation, increase self-awareness, and build coping skills. Therapy emphasizes self-compassion, confidence, and practical strategies to navigate social situations, communicate effectively, and foster meaningful connections.
5 Years Experience
Online in Providence, RI Rhode Island (Online Only)
Social Anxiety
Happy and Free Healing
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC, LICSW, MEd, LCSW
CBT and mindfulness based tools to address social anxiety
8 Years Experience
In-Person Near Providence, RI
Online in Providence, RI Rhode Island
Social Anxiety
Circle of Healing Psychotherapy
Licensed Professional Counselor, LMHC
Working with clients who have social anxiety would focus on identifying the origins, changing unhelpful thinking, reducing/eliminating symptoms and finding effective ways to reengage in social situations that feels good for the client.
13 Years Experience
In-Person Near Providence, RI
Online in Providence, RI Rhode Island
Social Anxiety
Dorothy Brown
Psychologist, Ph.D.
Social anxiety often results in avoidance of many activities. In these cases, fear is running the show. I work to unpack the fear of rejection and encourage people to slowly go out of their comfort zone.
36 Years Experience
In-Person Near Providence, RI
Online in Providence, RI Rhode Island
Social Anxiety
Andrew McKenzie, Psy.D.
Psychologist
Social anxiety can leave you replaying conversations, worrying about how others perceive you, or avoiding situations that matter to you. We'll explore the fears and beliefs that fuel those patterns with curiosity rather than self-criticism, recognizing that they often developed for understandable reasons. As therapy progresses, you'll learn more flexible ways of responding to anxious thoughts so they have less influence over your choices. My hope is to help you feel more present, confident, and authentic in your relationships.
15 Years Experience
Online in Providence, RI Rhode Island
Providence is home to Brown University, Rhode Island School of Design (RISD), and Providence College — together generating significant student mental health demand and a creative, intellectually engaged population that views therapy favorably and tends toward longer-term, exploratory work. The city has a large Cape Verdean and Latino community, with a significant Guatemalan and Dominican population that creates demand for culturally affirming, Spanish-speaking therapists who understand the particular dynamics of immigrant family life in New England. Rhode Island Hospital and Lifespan Health provide institutional mental health resources, while Brown's Warren Alpert Medical School maintains important psychiatric training programs. Providence's arts and hospitality economy creates consistent demand for therapists experienced with creative identity, economic precarity, and the mental health challenges of artists and performers.
Social Anxiety therapists in Providence, Rhode Island Statistics
Social Anxiety therapists in Providence, Rhode Island average 16 years of experience and charge around $208 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (82%), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (45%), and Behavioral Therapy (35%).
Average years in practice
16 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$208
Accept insurance
36%
Offer sliding scale
30%
Gender ID
| 59% |
Female |
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| 38% |
Male |
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| 3% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 53% |
In Person and Online |
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| 47% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 82% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 45% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 35% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 32% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 29% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
| 28% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 27% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
Ages Served
| 98% | Adult |
| 77% | Young Adult |
| 48% | Senior |
| 46% | Teen |
| 19% | Children |
Client Focus
| 49% | Women |
| 36% | Men |
| 35% | LGBTQ+ |
| 28% | Military / Veterans |
| 21% | Persons with Disabilities |