Social Anxiety therapists in Austin, TX
Browse Social Anxiety therapists in Austin, Texas. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
Dr. Mike Strand
Psychologist, PsyD
Social anxiety wraps its tight grip around life’s moments, turning anticipation of social interactions into overwhelming dread. In my dedicated practice, I understand the depth of this challenge and the bravery it takes to face these fears. Through personalized therapy, I guide you towards unlocking the confidence to navigate social spaces with ease, transforming anxiety into empowerment, one interaction at a time.
18 Years Experience
In-Person in Austin, TX 78746
Online in Austin, TX
Dua Health
Counselor/Therapist
Social anxiety can make meetings, parties, dating, or even ordering food feel overwhelming. Our social anxiety therapists help clients quiet self-critical thoughts, gradually face situations they've been avoiding, and build real confidence in connecting with others. Social anxiety treatment is available through online therapy in Texas and in person in Austin and The Woodlands.
1 Years Experience
In-Person in Austin, TX 78705
Online in Austin, TX
Kairos IFS + Psychedelic Integration
Life Coach, IFS Institute, MAPS Harm Reduction, BTTY Psychedelic Integration, SF Microdosing Program, NLP
Does the thought of networking, public speaking, or socializing trigger a wave of dread or self-doubt? You might feel trapped in a painful loop: one part of you longs for connection and career visibility, while a protective part panics, overanalyzes everything, and convinces you it’s safer to stay isolated.
As an IFS-trained life coach, I help you transform your relationship with social anxiety so you can navigate professional and personal spaces with ease. In the Internal Family Systems (IFS) framework, social anxiety is not a defect; it is driven by protective parts—like an inner critic or hyper-vigilant protector—working overtime to shield you from judgment. Together, we will help these parts step back so your authentic confidence can lead.
We also offer macro and microsdosing support in these areas.
7 Years Experience
In-Person in Austin, TX
Online in Austin, TX
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
In-Person in Austin, TX 78752
Online in Austin, TX
Dr. Jillian Mahatha
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Ph.D., LCMHC, NCC, ACS, CCTP
I specialize in supporting children, adolescents, and adults experiencing social anxiety. I help clients develop confidence, improve social skills, manage anxious thoughts, and build effective coping strategies to feel more comfortable and engaged in their relationships and daily lives.
14 Years Experience
Online in Austin, TX (Online Only)
Tamara C. Taylor
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, MCHC, ASDCS
I assist each client in working through and processing what triggers your social anxiety.
19 Years Experience
Online in Austin, TX (Online Only)
Dr. Carolina Castanos, PhD, LMFT
Marriage and Family Therapist, PHD, LMFT
Social anxiety is a combination of fears that have a root in past experiences. It is the way we have found to protect ourselves after a traumatic experience. I help connect with our inner strengths as we understand the root of our fear, the purpose it is serving, and different ways to heal.
28 Years Experience
In-Person in Austin, TX 78735
Online in Austin, TX
Shannon Stern, LPC-S, LMHC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, LMHC
Social anxiety can show up in different ways: physical reactions when socializing, beliefs about not being liked, worries about how to interact with others, and tendencies of shutting down around others. EMDR and IFS can be helpful modalities to target these thoughts and symptoms by lowering distress and reframing core beliefs.
11 Years Experience
In-Person in Austin, TX 78731
Online in Austin, TX
Kevin Brown, Therapy in Mindfulness
Counselor/Therapist, LPC
Social anxiety can be an isolating and painful experience, whether it arises in social settings, at work, or even in the simple act of leaving the house. It involves both the external challenge of navigating relationships—expressing needs, setting boundaries, and feeling at ease socially—and the internal experience of anxiety, including difficulty breathing, panic, mental fog, and fear. In our work together, we will address both aspects, using somatic awareness and nervous system regulation to build confidence, ease, and a stronger sense of self. My goal is to support you in feeling grounded and empowered in your interactions, so you can connect more freely and fully with others.
18 Years Experience
Online in Austin, TX (Online Only)
Catherine Bitney
Psychologist, PhD, Licensed Psychologist
I have a passion for helping clients manage their social anxiety. People can be unpredictable and rejecting. For someone that is different, who struggles to pick up on subtle social cues, or who has social communication differences, interacting with others can be tiring and painful. Yet, so many of us are social creatures and get lonely. I enjoy helping clients build a supportive community, find their tribe, and feel more confident interacting with others.
15 Years Experience
Online in Austin, TX (Online Only)
Dr. Jacob Lebar
Psychologist, PhD, JD
My favorite work. It can have profound difference in quality of life.
11 Years Experience
In-Person in Austin, TX 78705
Online in Austin, TX
Heath Collins
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW-S
Do you find yourself struggling in social situations? Do your anxious thoughts get in the way of making the kinds of meaningful connections with other people that you really want to make? I provide a safe space where you can explore the roots of your anxiety and to change your relationship to your fears so that social anxiety no longer needs to control your life.
11 Years Experience
Online in Austin, TX (Online Only)
Social Anxiety therapists in Austin, TX Statistics
Social Anxiety therapists in Austin, TX average 16 years of experience and charge around $192 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (82%), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (40%), and Behavioral Therapy (38%).
Average years in practice
16 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$192
Accept insurance
46%
Offer sliding scale
37%
Gender ID
| 58% |
Female |
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| 38% |
Male |
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| 3% |
Non-Binary |
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| 1% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 57% |
In Person and Online |
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| 43% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 82% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 40% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 38% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 36% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 34% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 31% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
| 29% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
Ages Served
| 99% | Adult |
| 75% | Young Adult |
| 52% | Senior |
| 49% | Teen |
| 23% | Children |
Client Focus
| 52% | Women |
| 41% | Men |
| 37% | LGBTQ+ |
| 27% | Christian |
| 26% | Black / African American |