Social Anxiety therapists in Sumter, South Carolina SC
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Social Anxiety
Jason Herr
Psychologist, Psy.D.
I work with individuals struggling with social anxiety, fear of judgment, and difficulty feeling comfortable or confident in social and professional settings. With extensive clinical experience treating anxiety across community mental health and private practice settings, I incorporate biological and neurological education to help clients understand how anxiety affects the brain, body, and nervous system. I also teach practical skills to regulate the sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems, helping reduce reactivity and increase a sense of calm and control. Together, we build confidence, strengthen communication, and learn how to become more comfortable with the inherent lack of control in social environments, supporting more authentic and relaxed engagement.
16 Years Experience
Online in Sumter, SC South Carolina (Online Only)
Social Anxiety
Guy J Iacono
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
Social anxiety is more than shyness or being introverted. It is a persistent fear of being judged, embarrassed, or seen in a negative light that makes ordinary social situations feel genuinely threatening. For many men, it shows up as dreading conversations, avoiding situations where attention might land on them, replaying interactions afterward looking for what went wrong, or holding back in professional and personal settings in ways that quietly limit their lives.
The frustrating part is that social anxiety often coexists with real capability. Many of the men I work with are intelligent, self-aware, and accomplished in other areas. The anxiety is not about lacking social skills. It is about a deeply ingrained pattern of threat perception that fires in situations where it does not need to, and a set of avoidance behaviors that provide short term relief while making the anxiety stronger over time.
In our work together, we get specific about where social anxiety is showing up, what is driving it, and what it is costing you. We work on the thought patterns that fuel it, build practical skills for navigating the situations you have been avoiding, and develop a more grounded and realistic way of relating to other people and to yourself in social contexts.
My approach is direct and structured. I do not believe in simply processing anxiety indefinitely. I believe in building the kind of confidence that comes from actual experience, supported by the right tools and a clear plan for getting there.
If social anxiety has been holding you back and you are ready to address it, I invite you to schedule a free 15-minute consultation.
10 Years Experience
Online in Sumter, SC South Carolina
Social Anxiety
Elena Katrantzos
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC, PMH-C
Social anxiety can impact your ability to interact with others. We specialize in confronting these core fears systematically to give you ability to interact and form meaningful relationships with others.
11 Years Experience
Online in Sumter, SC South Carolina (Online Only)
Social Anxiety
Her Healing Therapy PLLC
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, MS, LCMHC
I help women with social anxiety build confidence and feel more at ease in social and professional settings. Therapy focuses on understanding fear patterns, reducing self-consciousness, and developing practical skills for communication and connection. Using evidence-based and nervous system regulation tools, I support clients in challenging anxious thoughts, increasing self-trust, and engaging more comfortably and authentically with others.
11 Years Experience
Online in Sumter, SC South Carolina (Online Only)
Social Anxiety
Kreins Psychological Services
Psychologist, PhD, PsyD
As a psychologist specializing in social anxiety, my approach to treatment is grounded in empathy, understanding, and evidence-based interventions. Through therapies such as cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), exposure therapy, and social skills training, I work collaboratively with individuals to address underlying fears and negative thought patterns related to social situations. By gradually exposing clients to feared social scenarios in a supportive environment, we work together to challenge avoidance behaviors and develop effective coping strategies. Additionally, I emphasize the importance of self-compassion, assertiveness training, and relaxation techniques to manage anxiety symptoms. My goal is to empower individuals to overcome social anxiety, build confidence in social interactions, and cultivate meaningful connections with others.
26 Years Experience
Online in Sumter, SC South Carolina
Social Anxiety therapists in Sumter, South Carolina Statistics
Social Anxiety therapists in Sumter, South Carolina average 16 years of experience and charge around $205 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (82%), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (44%), and Behavioral Therapy (37%).
Average years in practice
16 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$205
Accept insurance
44%
Offer sliding scale
38%
Gender ID
| 58% |
Female |
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| 37% |
Male |
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| 3% |
Non-Binary |
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| 2% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 54% |
In Person and Online |
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| 46% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 82% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 44% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 37% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 34% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 31% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 30% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 29% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
Ages Served
| 94% | Adult |
| 74% | Young Adult |
| 49% | Senior |
| 48% | Teen |
| 20% | Children |
Client Focus
| 52% | Women |
| 35% | LGBTQ+ |
| 35% | Men |
| 29% | Military / Veterans |
| 22% | Jewish |