Social Anxiety therapists in Seattle, WA
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Social Anxiety
Aaron Kapin
Somatic Experiencing Practitioner, SEP, LMT
For some people, their social anxiety is largely a physical response: Their heart pounds, their palms get sweaty, they get so flooded with stress hormones that it's hard for them to think straight.
We can work together to teach the body how to move more efficiently through that stress so it can feel safer sooner...and better yet, start addressing the original trigger so that social situations don't need to cause such a stressful reaction to beging with.
11 Years Experience
Online in Seattle, WA (Online Only)
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 in Seattle, WA 98103
Online in Seattle, WA
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 Seattle, WA (Online Only)
Social Anxiety
Brian McCormack (Connemara Counseling)
Counselor/Therapist, LPC-A/LMHCA
I provide assessment and treatment for social anxiety, helping individuals overcome fear of judgment, avoidance behaviors, and discomfort in social or performance situations. Using evidence-based approaches such as cognitive-behavioral therapy and exposure-based strategies, I support clients in building confidence, challenging negative thought patterns, and increasing social engagement. My work focuses on reducing anxiety, improving communication skills, and empowering clients to participate more fully and comfortably in social, academic, and professional settings.
2 Years Experience
Online in Seattle, 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 Seattle, 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 Seattle, WA (Online Only)
Social Anxiety
Bethany Latimer
Licensed Professional Counselor, M.A., LMHC
Do you feel anxious around crowds or people? Learn somatic meditation and experience relief from anxiety and a deeper inner security that supports you when socializing.
23 Years Experience
Online in Seattle, WA (Online Only)
Social Anxiety
Hannah Muetzelfeld
Psychologist, PhD
I help people move from self-doubt and avoidance to feeling more confident and connected interpersonally. My approach is warm, practical, and tailored to your pace. Together, we’ll build tools to quiet that inner critic and help you show up as your authentic self in social spaces.
12 Years Experience
Online in Seattle, 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 Seattle, WA (Online Only)
Social Anxiety
Dr. Christina J. Gonzalez
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdD, LMHC, NCC
Do you secretly hope your friends will cancel the plans you have made with them or spend time trying to figure out how to get out of social events because the thought of interacting with people or even walking into the even terrifies you? Social anxiety can be extremely crippling, and those of us who deal with it often struggle from loneliness and isolation even though those same social situations we crave so desperately also overwhelm us tremendously. In therapy you can learn new strategies to manage your anxiety, learn ways of creating friends AND showing up to enjoy them, and ways to create a community of people that “get” you and have space for you however you choose to show up. We can also help you learn to love ALL of the facets of your life- including the moments where you get to show up to spend time with others and the times you are alone. I find that online therapy is particularly good for social anxiety because we can work together in any place you feel safe and comfortable in and work together to help you stretch and strengthen your ability to interact socially. Please reach out!
29 Years Experience
Online in Seattle, WA (Online Only)
Social Anxiety
Matthew Wolfe
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC, MHP
Social anxiety often entails a hyperfocus on how you'll be received rather than how you can express yourself. This form of anxiety can come from various sources so we will work to understand the specific obstacles and patterns you have around social experiences to then move forward into a more ease filled approach.
13 Years Experience
Online in Seattle, 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 Seattle, 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 Seattle, WA (Online Only)
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 Seattle, WA (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 Seattle, WA (Online Only)
Social Anxiety
Carolyne Mburu-Gerena
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP-BC
Social anxiety can cause intense fear or discomfort in social situations, often leading to avoidance or self-consciousness. Individuals may worry about being judged, embarrassed, or negatively evaluated by others. Treatment focuses on building confidence, reducing anxiety symptoms, and developing coping strategies that support greater comfort in social interactions.
6 Years Experience
Online in Seattle, WA (Online Only)
Social Anxiety
DL, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, PLLC
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, CCTP
Through the use of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and other evidence based practices, clients are able to find relief through changing thought patterns and creating new associations. My approach includes helping your autonomic nervous system to return to a calm state even while experiencing triggering situations.
17 Years Experience
Online in Seattle, 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 Seattle, WA (Online Only)
Social Anxiety therapists in Seattle, WA Statistics
Social Anxiety therapists in Seattle, WA average 16 years of experience and charge around $204 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (79%), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (48%), and Behavioral Therapy (35%).
Average years in practice
16 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$204
Accept insurance
40%
Offer sliding scale
36%
Gender ID
| 63% |
Female |
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| 34% |
Male |
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| 3% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 52% |
In Person and Online |
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| 48% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 79% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 48% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 35% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 35% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 31% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
| 29% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
| 27% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
Ages Served
| 98% | Adult |
| 76% | Young Adult |
| 48% | Senior |
| 41% | Teen |
| 18% | Children |
Client Focus
| 54% | Women |
| 39% | Men |
| 38% | LGBTQ+ |
| 27% | Military / Veterans |
| 22% | Christian |