Social Anxiety therapists in Parker, South Carolina SC
Parker Therapists (Statistics)
Average years in practice
16 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$198
Gender ID
| 62% |
Female |
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| 34% |
Male |
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| 3% |
Non-Binary |
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| 1% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 52% |
In Person and Online |
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| 48% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 83% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 42% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 36% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 34% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 31% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 29% | Interpersonal Therapy (IPT) |
| 27% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
We are proud to feature top rated Social Anxiety therapists in Parker. We encourage you to review each profile to find your best match.
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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 Parker, SC South Carolina (Online Only)
Joel Schmidt
Licensed Professional Counselor, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Qualified Supervisor
Social anxiety can make everyday interactions feel exhausting or high-stakes, even when others can’t tell. Whether you’re avoiding conversations, overthinking everything you say, or feeling like you can’t be yourself around others, I help clients work through the fear of judgment and build real confidence. You don’t have to become an extrovert. You just need tools to stop anxiety from calling the shots.
14 Years Experience
Online in Parker, SC South Carolina (Online Only)
Brave Young Minds
Psychologist
We know how to help you find bravery in social situations. We use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with Exposure and Response Prevention to help you, your child, or your teen to better understand how fear works and increase confidence in meeting new people, presenting and performing.
8 Years Experience
Online in Parker, SC South Carolina
Keri Downs, Psy.D.
Psychologist, Licensed Psychologist
Dr. Keri Downs specializes in treating children, adolescents, and young adults with social anxiety. With over 15 years of experience, Dr. Downs utilizes a combination of evidence-based therapies to help clients manage and overcome their social anxiety.
Social anxiety disorder, also known as social phobia, is characterized by intense fear and anxiety in social situations. This can include fear of being judged, embarrassed, or scrutinized by others. Dr. Downs employs cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) to help clients identify and challenge negative thought patterns that contribute to social anxiety. She also integrates exposure therapy, a CBT method that gradually exposes clients to feared social situations in a controlled and supportive environment, helping them build confidence and reduce anxiety.
In addition to CBT and exposure therapy, Dr. Downs incorporates mindfulness techniques to enhance self-awareness and emotional regulation. Her holistic approach ensures that treatment is tailored to each client’s unique needs, promoting long-term recovery and improved social functioning.
Dr. Downs provides a compassionate and empathetic therapeutic environment where clients can feel safe to explore their fears and develop effective coping strategies. She also offers telehealth services in over 40 states, making it convenient for clients to access high-quality care from the comfort of their own homes. Dr. Downs is dedicated to helping individuals with social anxiety achieve greater confidence and lead more fulfilling social lives.
21 Years Experience
Online in Parker, SC South Carolina
John W Wilson
Psychologist, PsyD
Social anxiety is more than shyness—it can mean intense self-consciousness, fear of being judged, overthinking interactions, and avoiding situations where you might feel exposed. Many people seem confident in structured roles but feel anxious in unstructured social settings or closer relationships.
In therapy, we look at the experiences that shaped this fear—often shame, attachment patterns, and an internal critical voice—while also building practical ways to reduce avoidance and calm the body. The goal isn’t to eliminate caution, but to help you feel more secure and able to connect with others without it feeling like a performance.
19 Years Experience
Online in Parker, SC South Carolina (Online Only)