Social Anxiety therapists in Poulsbo, WA
Browse Social Anxiety therapists in Poulsbo, Washington. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
Social Anxiety
Alyssa Smyth
Psychologist, PhD
If social situations leave you overthinking every interaction, you may be experiencing social anxiety. Meetings, conversations, or group settings can feel draining when worry about being judged or misunderstood is always present. Therapy focuses on understanding the patterns behind social anxiety and building confidence so social and professional interactions feel more manageable.
6 Years Experience
In-Person in Poulsbo, WA 98370
Online in Poulsbo, WA
Social Anxiety
Cascade Psychological Services, PLLC
Psychologist, PsyD, PMH-C
Social anxiety can make connection feel dangerous, even when it is deeply wanted. I help adults understand the shame, fear of evaluation, and relational expectations underlying social anxiety while using acceptance, self-compassion, and gradual exposure to reduce avoidance and support more authentic participation in relationships and community.
16 Years Experience
In-Person Near Poulsbo, WA
Online in Poulsbo, WA
Social Anxiety
Bonfire Healing - Bonnie Deopp, MS, LMHC, CN
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC, CN, EMDR certified, Clinical Supervisor
Welcome, We're so glad you’re here! Bonfire Healing provides outpatient telehealth therapy with focus on complex mental health issues and developmental trauma along with co-occurring eating issues, addictions, chronic health conditions, nuerodiversity, and maladaptive behaviors. Our mission is to promote health equity through increasing access to evidence-based trauma treatment while utilizing insurance benefits so that this care is both high quality and affordable to more people. We honor that there is a strong correlation between trauma and the development of social anxiety. This is particularly true if we grew up with caregivers or peers who were not safe because they were explosive, criticizing, bullying, inattentive, neglectful, emotionally immature, and/or needy. We take a relational approach and we are in this together. We combine evidenced based modalities to heal these impacts on your nervous system and bring back regulation that decreases social anxiety symptoms.
15 Years Experience
Online in Poulsbo, WA (Online Only)
Social Anxiety
Elza Boycheva
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, MS, LMHC
Do you feel anxious around others, worry what they might think, fear that they would judge you, or worry that you won't fit in? You may feel self-conscious, constantly second-guess yourself, feel embarrassed about speaking, or find yourself dwelling on what you said and what others thought. For some people, it's hard to even make eye contact or say hello. You may avoid social situations or find yourself feeling extremely anxious the entire time you're around others. Social anxiety can take a real toll on you and on your life. You may be worried about the impact it's having on your friendships, coworker interactions, workplace situations, or dating.
17 Years Experience
Online in Poulsbo, WA (Online Only)
Social Anxiety
Dr. Janelle Louis
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, ND, PMHNP-BC
If you struggle with social anxiety, I can help you overcome fear of judgment, rejection, or being misunderstood through gradual, compassionate support. Through our work together, you’ll build confidence, communication skills, and a stronger sense of belonging.
10 Years Experience
Online in Poulsbo, WA (Online Only)
Social Anxiety
Andrew D. Sapp
Psychologist, PhD
With social anxiety we will work on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) interventions as well as positive self talk, behavioral activation, probability estimation, pros and cons of being social, social skills & social cues, and behavioral activation (taking action). Often times we make something seem scarier in our own mind than it actually is. With anxiety one of the best ways to overcome it is simply to engage in the activity that scares you. I will help you to stop your negative thinking, to learn relaxation techniques and coping skills and then encourage you to face your fears and gain practice in social situations.
20 Years Experience
Online in Poulsbo, WA (Online Only)
Social Anxiety
Nicole Waters (Flowing Waters Counseling)
Counselor/Therapist, LMHC
If social situations trigger fear or self-doubt, you’re not alone. I help clients uncover the thoughts that fuel social anxiety and practice techniques to build comfort and confidence in connection. Together, we’ll work toward feeling more at ease and authentic in your interactions.
7 Years Experience
Online in Poulsbo, WA (Online Only)
Social Anxiety
Vanessa Hooper
Counselor/Therapist, LMHC, PMH-C
Social anxiety can make ordinary interactions feel like high stakes. We will work on
understanding the fear underneath it and build practical, gradual tools to help you show up in your life with more ease.
6 Years Experience
Online in Poulsbo, WA (Online Only)
Social Anxiety
Avanour Behavioral Health Clinics PLLC
Psychologist, PsyD, LMHC, LMHCA. LSAW. LSW
Avanour provides compassionate, evidence-based support for individuals who experience intense fear, self-consciousness, or avoidance in social, academic, or professional situations. Our clinicians help clients challenge anxious thoughts, develop effective coping and communication skills, and gradually approach feared situations at a manageable pace. Treatment focuses on building confidence, reducing avoidance, and creating more comfortable and meaningful social connections.
0 Years Experience
Online in Poulsbo, WA (Online Only)
Social Anxiety
Melanie Carey
Counselor/Therapist, LMHCA
Social anxiety can feel like a constant self-monitoring in relationships; worrying about how you are perceived, replaying conversations, or feeling tense, awkward, or “on display” in social settings. Even when outwardly functioning well, internally there may be a strong sense of pressure, fear of judgment, or exhaustion from managing impressions.
In therapy, we work to understand the deeper emotional and nervous system patterns underneath social anxiety, including past experiences of relational safety, belonging, and rejection. From a psychodynamic perspective, social anxiety is often connected to early attachment experiences and internalized beliefs about acceptance and worth.
Using a trauma-informed and Focusing-Oriented approach, we pay attention to what happens in the body in moments of social activation — the tightening, freeze responses, or self-consciousness — and learn how to stay present with those sensations rather than becoming overwhelmed by them.
Over time, this work supports greater ease in relationships, increased self-trust, and a more grounded sense of presence with others, rather than constant self-evaluation.
2 Years Experience
Online in Poulsbo, WA (Online Only)
Social Anxiety therapists in Poulsbo, WA Statistics
Social Anxiety therapists in Poulsbo, WA average 16 years of experience and charge around $203 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (78%), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (48%), and Behavioral Therapy (35%).
Average years in practice
16 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$203
Accept insurance
41%
Offer sliding scale
38%
Gender ID
| 62% |
Female |
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| 33% |
Male |
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| 4% |
Non-Binary |
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| 1% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 51% |
Online Only |
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| 49% |
In Person and Online |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 78% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 48% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 35% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 35% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 29% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
| 29% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
| 29% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
Ages Served
| 98% | Adult |
| 76% | Young Adult |
| 47% | Senior |
| 41% | Teen |
| 17% | Children |
Client Focus
| 54% | Women |
| 39% | LGBTQ+ |
| 37% | Men |
| 27% | Military / Veterans |
| 22% | Christian |