Counsellor/Therapist, Accredited, MA in Counselling & Psychotherapy, MBACP Reg
I offer compassionate support and evidence-based strategies to help individuals overcome the debilitating effects of social anxiety. With a deep understanding of the challenges faced by those grappling with social anxiety, I provide a safe and non-judgmental environment for clients to explore their fears and develop effective coping mechanisms. Drawing upon my expertise and extensive experience, I empower clients to gradually face their social fears, build confidence, and ultimately thrive in social situations with greater ease and comfort.
It is so frustrating when you want to connect to others, to enjoy social engagements that everyone else seems to find so easy and yet you feel that you just can't. You get panicky, you struggle for the right words, you go a nice beetroot colour and fear that others will think you are stupid. I can help you change how you respond so that you can engage with others in a meaningful and enjoyable way.
I normally treat social anxiety with CBT, ACT and/or ERP. ERP has been shown to be effective in treating social anxiety disorders, coming up with ways to challenge the anxiety and fears.
My plan is to start with less anxiety provoking situations (even imaginary situations!) and working our way up to more challenging ones as we accomplish the smaller goals.
Counsellor/Therapist, Prof. Adv. Dip. PC, Dip. Hyp, Dip. CBT/REBT, Dip. EFT, Dip. SBA, MA Psychosynthesis Psychology
I am a Psycho-Spiritual Counsellor offering bespoke services using a combination of holistic and complementary intervention to help you with concerns when speaking to people in social situations. I work with you to help you recognise signs such as worrying, blushing, sweating, nausea, dread and dizziness when in social or group events by building self-confidence and self-esteem.