Social Anxiety therapists in Clarksville, TN
Browse Social Anxiety therapists in Clarksville, Tennessee. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
Michelle Peacock
Psychologist, PhD
Social anxiety, like other anxieties, involves fear of situations that we can not be certain of the outcome. Social anxiety is different in that it is fear of others' perceptions of us and that they will negatively judge and evaluate us. CBT and exposure to these fears is essential to overcoming these beliefs, thoughts, and avoidance/escape behavioral patterns.
21 Years Experience
Online in Clarksville, TN
Dr. Walter J. Matweychuk
Psychologist, Ph.D.
People with social anxiety often have a number of self-defeating attitudes that underpin their social anxiety. First, they wrongly think they must perform perfectly well. They also usually think that they need the approval of significant others, that it is awful to experience disapproval and failure. They also tend to wrongly believe that rejection and failure prove they are inadequate as people. I teach you that yes there are practical implications of disapproval and failure, but there need not be unhealthy anxiety about these consequences. I teach healthy attitudes toward one's self, one's rejections and failures. I teach you to have a desire to be accepted by others and do well but to accept yourself unconditionally even when you are rejected and fail.
36 Years Experience
Online in Clarksville, TN
Clark Thompson, PsyD, MA
Psychologist, PsyD, MA
Through specialized virtual assessments, I help individuals understand how social anxiety impacts their cognitive functioning, daily performance, and overall quality of life, providing comprehensive evaluations from the privacy and comfort of home. My approach to social anxiety assessment goes beyond symptom identification, examining how anxiety affects attention, memory, decision-making, and executive functioning—crucial insights for developing effective treatment strategies. With extensive experience evaluating the intersection of anxiety and cognitive performance, I provide detailed assessments that differentiate social anxiety from other conditions, identify specific triggers and patterns, and offer evidence-based recommendations for therapy, accommodations, and coping strategies tailored to each client's unique needs and goals.
7 Years Experience
Online in Clarksville, TN
Heather Watson-Perez
Psychologist, PhD
I help clients overcome social anxiety, including fear of judgment, avoidance of social situations, and difficulty speaking up. Using structured, evidence-based techniques, I gradually build confidence and comfort in social interactions. Clients learn practical skills to engage more fully and authentically in their personal and professional lives.
21 Years Experience
Online in Clarksville, TN
Rising Calm Center
Professional Christian Counselor, MS, CMHC, CLC
Have you ever walked into a room and instantly felt your heart race—wondering what people are thinking about you, or wishing you could disappear before anyone notices? Social anxiety can make even simple moments—talking in class, attending church, meeting new people—feel like survival. Over time, the worry turns into withdrawal, and loneliness begins to take root.
At Rising Calm Center, we understand how exhausting it is to overthink every word and every glance. Our Christian counselors help you quiet the noise of self-criticism, retrain your body’s stress response, and build confidence that lasts beyond the next conversation.
We even offer same-week appointments, in-person and virtual sessions, and a sliding fee scale that works with any insurance or budget—so care is flexible and accessible when you need it most.
We use faith-integrated, evidence-based methods—including CBT, DBT, ACT, somatic grounding, and exposure techniques—combined with biblical truth and compassionate guidance to help you:
• Calm the physical symptoms of anxiety in social settings
• Overcome fear of judgment and rejection
• Strengthen communication and self-expression
• Build authentic connections and trust
• Restore peace through a renewed sense of identity in Christ
You don’t have to live trapped inside your own thoughts. With practical tools, gentle exposure, and spiritual grounding, you can learn to walk into any room with calm confidence—rooted not in others’ approval, but in God’s love for you.
If you’re ready to stop hiding and start living freely, Rising Calm Center is here to help you find your voice and your peace again.
Call or email us today for a FREE CONSULTATION.
14 Years Experience
Online in Clarksville, TN
Clarksville is home to Fort Campbell, one of the largest military installations in the United States and base of the 101st Airborne Division, making the mental health landscape here deeply shaped by the needs of active duty service members, veterans, their families, and the extensive community of military spouses and dependents. Trauma, PTSD, deployment stress, military-to-civilian transition, and the challenges of military family life—including frequent relocation and the strains of deployment separation—are among the most common concerns for therapists working in the area. Austin Peay State University also maintains a counseling center that serves the city's significant student population, which includes many military-connected students. The city's rapid civilian growth has increased demand for general therapy services, and both in-person and telehealth options are available across a growing network of local providers.
Social Anxiety therapists in Clarksville, TN Statistics
Social Anxiety therapists in Clarksville, TN average 16 years of experience and charge around $205 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (81%), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (46%), and Behavioral Therapy (34%).
Average years in practice
16 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$205
Accept insurance
37%
Offer sliding scale
35%
Gender ID
| 60% |
Female |
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| 35% |
Male |
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| 4% |
Non-Binary |
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| 1% |
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
| 81% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 46% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 34% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 34% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 28% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
| 28% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
| 28% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
Ages Served
| 97% | Adult |
| 74% | Young Adult |
| 47% | Senior |
| 43% | Teen |
| 19% | Children |
Client Focus
| 50% | Women |
| 35% | LGBTQ+ |
| 34% | Men |
| 25% | Military / Veterans |
| 21% | Christian |