Social Anxiety therapists in Wellington, New Zealand NZ
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Social Anxiety
Jaya Bhaskar - Ropana Allied Health
Counsellor/Therapist, Counsellor/Psychotherapist, ACA-L3
Embark on a journey of self-discovery and confidence-building. Our personalised approach offers a safe and nurturing space to explore underlying fears, develop coping strategies, and cultivate social skills. Whether you're struggling with social interactions, public speaking, or everyday situations, we're here to empower you to break free from the grip of anxiety and thrive in social settings.
4 Years Experience
Online in Wellington, New Zealand
Social Anxiety
Kristen Bayliss
Psychologist, Registered Psychologist, BSc, MA
Social anxiety is used to describe feelings of anxiety and fear that occur in response to social situations. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), is commonly used to treat social anxiety disorder. CBT teaches you different ways of thinking, behaving, and reacting to situations to help you feel less anxious and fearful.
28 Years Experience
Online in Wellington, New Zealand
Social Anxiety
Chris Chicoteau
Counsellor/Therapist, Master of Counselling, IFS Level 2
Understand the role social anxiety is playing in your life and develop ways to address it.
16 Years Experience
Online in Wellington, New Zealand
Social Anxiety
Dabaco Doldissen
Counsellor/Therapist, GradDip Gestalt Therapy
Relational therapy is the perfect medicine for social anxiety. Being able to develop a trusting and understanding therapeutic relationship creates a playground to experiment with social contact and develop strategies that can be helpful out in the everyday world. Book a free 15 minute phone consult via my website to discuss more.
2 Years Experience
Online in Wellington, New Zealand
Social Anxiety
Mind Health
Psychologist, Psychologists & Allied Health Experts
Social anxiety can make everyday interactions feel overwhelming, leading to avoidance of social situations and impacting overall quality of life. At Mind Health, our experienced psychologists offer evidence-based treatments tailored to address social anxiety. Utilising approaches such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), we help clients identify and challenge negative thought patterns, develop effective coping strategies, and gradually build confidence in social settings. Our goal is to empower individuals to engage more fully in their personal and professional lives, fostering meaningful connections and enhancing well-being.
22 Years Experience
Online in Wellington, New Zealand
Wellington is New Zealand's compact capital city and home to the national public service, creating a therapy landscape shaped by the particular stresses of government and policy careers — including burnout, moral injury, and the pressures of politically visible work. The city has a high concentration of university-educated professionals who generally view therapy as a normal part of self-care, and demand for longer-term therapeutic work is relatively strong. Wellington Regional Hospital provides institutional mental health services, with a private therapy community serving Thorndon, Kelburn, Mount Victoria, and the inner suburbs. Wellington's smaller size relative to Auckland means specialist therapist availability can be limited, and telehealth has become an important option for residents seeking a specific type of match.
Social Anxiety therapists in Wellington, New Zealand Statistics
Social Anxiety therapists in Wellington, New Zealand average 10 years of experience. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) (70%), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) (70%), and Relational Psychotherapy (60%).
Average years in practice
10 Years Experience
Accept insurance
50%
Offer sliding scale
60%
Gender ID
| 55% |
Female |
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| 45% |
Male |
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Session Type
| 50% |
In Person and Online |
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| 50% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 70% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 70% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 60% | Relational Psychotherapy |
| 60% | Gestalt Therapy |
| 60% | Interpersonal Therapy (IPT) |
| 50% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
| 50% | Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT) |
Ages Served
| 90% | Adult |
| 80% | Young Adult |
| 60% | Senior |
| 50% | Teen |
| 30% | Children |
Client Focus
| 90% | Men |
| 80% | LGBTQ+ |
| 70% | Women |
| 60% | Buddhist |
| 60% | Jewish |