Social Anxiety therapists in Washington, D.C. DC
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Social Anxiety
Molly Rosenstein
Counselor/Therapist, LPC
Social anxiety can make everyday interactions feel intimidating and exhausting. I help clients understand the roots of their anxiety and develop practical skills to manage fear, reduce avoidance, and build confidence in social settings. Using evidence-based techniques like CBT, combined with empathy and support, we’ll work together to create a more comfortable and connected experience in your relationships and social life.
5 Years Experience
In-Person in Washington, DC 20036
Online in Washington, DC Washington, D.C.
Social Anxiety
Dr. Lindsay Perrin
Psychologist, Ph.D.
Social anxiety can make everyday interactions feel stressful, overwhelming, or emotionally exhausting. Whether you're worried about being judged, speaking up in groups, meeting new people, or feeling more confident in social or professional settings, therapy can help.
Drawing primarily from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and other evidence-based approaches, we'll work together to understand the patterns of thoughts, emotions, and behaviors that contribute to social anxiety. By gradually challenging unhelpful beliefs and developing practical coping strategies, you can build confidence, feel more at ease in social situations, and engage more fully in the relationships and experiences that matter most to you.
14 Years Experience
Online in Washington, DC Washington, D.C. (Online Only)
Social Anxiety
Bold Expressions Therapy
Psychologist, Psy.D.
It has become more prevalent for people to experience social anxiety especially due to Covid 19. We are here for you even though we recognize the different between social anxiety and Covid anxiety. Adult friendships are hard, especially making new ones, but we assure you that in the end everything will be ok and we can help you overcome some of these social hinderances.
6 Years Experience
In-Person in Washington, DC 20008
Online in Washington, DC Washington, D.C.
Social Anxiety
Dr. Jeannine Pablo
Psychologist, LP, LCMHC, MLADC
Social anxiety can turn everyday interactions, meetings, and public speaking into exhausting sources of dread. Utilizing evidence-based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and gradual exposure frameworks, I help clients identify and challenge catastrophic thinking patterns and fears of negative evaluation. Our clinical work focuses on disrupting avoidance behaviors, lowering physiological hyperarousal, and building authentic communication confidence so you can engage in professional and social spaces on your own terms.
23 Years Experience
Online in Washington, DC Washington, D.C. (Online Only)
Social Anxiety
Dr. L. Pittman
Psychologist, Ph.D.
I have worked throughout my career to help individuals (children, adolescents, and adults) identify who and/or what contributes to their social anxiety. I help them subsequently identify what is in their control as they anticipate being in those settings in an effort to take the power away from what has historically contributed to their fears associated with their anxiety in those settings.
23 Years Experience
Online in Washington, DC Washington, D.C. (Online Only)
Social Anxiety
Chibby Efuribe
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
We help manage this condition with effective strategies or medication management
15 Years Experience
Online in Washington, DC Washington, D.C. (Online Only)
Social Anxiety
Dr. Caroline Hicks
Psychologist, PhD, LP
Social anxiety has a way of existing even in the quiet moments. I work with clients to decrease ruminating thoughts, dwelling, and anxious/avoidance cycles. There are many ways we can approach your social anxiety - which may include changes in how you speak to yourself, how you engage/disengage with others, and how to work on staying connected throughout conversations. Our goal will be directly based on what is useful for you in decreasing your social anxiety.
9 Years Experience
Online in Washington, DC Washington, D.C. (Online Only)
Social Anxiety
Maria Jose Rendon
Psychologist, Ph.D.
I work with adults navigating social anxiety, from discomfort in specific professional situations like public speaking or networking to more pervasive difficulty feeling at ease around others. For some clients, this includes the particular experience of neurodivergence, not being sure whether you're following the rhythm of a conversation or reading social cues the way others expect. My approach is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, trained through the Beck Institute, which gives us a structured way to understand what's driving the anxiety and build practical tools and gradual exposure to manage it. Many of my clients are professionals, scientists, or first-generation Latinx adults for whom social anxiety is compounded by code-switching or navigating spaces that weren't built with them in mind. I offer sessions in English or Spanish.
9 Years Experience
Online in Washington, DC Washington, D.C. (Online Only)
Social Anxiety
Cindy Haines, Psy.D
Psychologist, Psy.D
Social anxiety can make everyday interactions feel overwhelming, leading to intense fear of judgment or embarrassment in social situations. At Stress & Anxiety Services, we specialize in helping individuals with social anxiety overcome these challenges and build confidence in their social interactions. Our approach includes: - Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): Identifying and challenging the negative thought patterns that fuel social anxiety, and replacing them with healthier, more balanced thinking. - Exposure Therapy: Gradual, controlled exposure to social situations to reduce avoidance and build comfort over time. - Social Skills Training: Developing effective communication and social strategies to increase confidence in various social settings. - Mindfulness Techniques: Learning to stay present and manage anxious feelings in the moment. Through secure telehealth services, we provide personalized treatment to help you overcome social anxiety and live with more confidence and ease. With the right tools and support, you can regain control and enjoy meaningful social connections.
25 Years Experience
Online in Washington, DC Washington, D.C. (Online Only)
Social Anxiety
Lauro Guzman
Counselor/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Underlying social anxiety disorder is the fear of being scrutinized, judged, or embarrassed in public. I work with clients to address their fears and to reduce symptoms of ocial anxiety disorder. In therapy, you learn how to recognize and change negative thoughts about yourself and develop skills to help you gain confidence in social situations.
9 Years Experience
Online in Washington, DC Washington, D.C. (Online Only)
Social Anxiety
Kimberly Turner-Frazier
Counselor/Therapist, LCPC, LPC
If social situations feel like a source of constant dread or intense self-criticism, you are not alone. I specialize in helping individuals manage the physical and mental toll of social anxiety. Together, we will explore the roots of your discomfort and practice practical, evidence-based techniques to quiet the 'internal critic.' By building your confidence in a safe, non-judgmental space, we can work toward navigating social interactions with greater ease and authenticity, allowing you to connect with others on your own terms.
8 Years Experience
Online in Washington, DC Washington, D.C. (Online Only)
Social Anxiety
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Center of Northern Virginia
Psychologist, PhD
CBT and exposure-based approaches for this challenging condition
26 Years Experience
Online in Washington, DC Washington, D.C. (Online Only)
Social Anxiety
Georgina Arhin
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCPC, LPC, ACS, CCTP
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, mindfulness practices, Short-Term Solution Focused (BRIEF)
23 Years Experience
Online in Washington, DC Washington, D.C. (Online Only)
Social Anxiety
Chloe Koutsos
Counselor/Therapist, NCC LPC
Individual psychotherapy has been shown to be an effective treatment for a range of presenting concerns and can help with anxiety.
8 Years Experience
Online in Washington, DC Washington, D.C. (Online Only)
Washington's identity as the center of American political life creates a distinct mental health environment where therapists frequently address political burnout, moral injury, and the psychological toll of careers in government, advocacy, nonprofit work, and public policy. The city has a highly educated and driven professional demographic, and therapists specializing in perfectionism, ambition-related anxiety, and navigating high-stakes careers are consistently in demand. DC's large Black professional community and its diverse immigrant population from Africa, Central America, South Asia, and East Asia make culturally affirming and multilingual care especially important. MedStar Georgetown University Hospital and GW Hospital provide institutional mental health anchors alongside the city's dense and sophisticated independent therapy community.
Social Anxiety therapists in Washington, D.C. Statistics
Social Anxiety therapists in Washington, D.C. average 16 years of experience and charge around $207 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (82%), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (40%), and Behavioral Therapy (37%).
Average years in practice
16 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$207
Accept insurance
37%
Offer sliding scale
35%
Gender ID
| 60% |
Female |
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| 36% |
Male |
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| 3% |
Non-Binary |
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| 1% |
Gender Fluid |
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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) |
| 40% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 37% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 36% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 31% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 29% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 29% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
Ages Served
| 98% | Adult |
| 78% | Young Adult |
| 49% | Senior |
| 45% | Teen |
| 22% | Children |
Client Focus
| 52% | Women |
| 37% | Men |
| 35% | LGBTQ+ |
| 27% | Military / Veterans |
| 22% | Jewish |