Social anxiety is one of the most common of the anxiety disorders. Therapy can be helpful to help client's build their confidence and their skills so that they can get back to leading a life they desire.
We all have feelings of worry from time to time. However if these thoughts and feelings are persistent and you find you have constant worries about social interactions, what people may be thinking about you, how others perceive you and self-doubt in social situations, you may be struggling with social anxiety. Psychotherapy is a powerful tool to help manage and mitigate symptoms of social anxiety by uncovering the root cause of your worries. By understanding your fears and triggers, you can better navigate anxiety provoking situations and move through them with more ease and confidence.
Through a mindfulness-based cognitive behavioural approach, we will work together to help you learn how to recognize and change negative thoughts about yourself and develop skills to help you gain confidence in social situations. We may gradually work up to facing the situations you fear most. This can improve your coping skills and help you develop the confidence to deal with anxiety-inducing situations. We may also explore role-playing scenarios to help you practice your social skills and gain comfort and confidence relating to others, while acknowledging and addressing your worries and fears.
I support individuals to develop awareness of how anxiety manifests in our bodies, mind, emotions, and behaviours/impulses to act. I take a holistic and mindfulness-based approach to working with anxiety, including developing somatic, behavioural, and cognitive coping strategies. I recognize that most of our suffering comes from believing thoughts that are not true. We may work together to unpack the beliefs that are fueling anxiety and explore how we can create more balanced narratives that can allow us to live in peace.
Registered Psychotherapist, Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), Masters in the Arts
Social anxiety can feel isolating, as our fear limits our lives in not being able to connect freely with others in a meaningful way. I can help you to explore your core issues that are holding you back from leading a happy and fulfilling life, so that you can feel more confident and self-assured in your social interactions.
I assist clients in overcoming social anxiety, empowering them to develop confidence, effective communication skills, and resilience in social situations for a more fulfilling life.
Soulful Therapy holds space for client's to identify and address multiple internal parts or families within each person’s mental system. These different parts consist of wounded parts and painful emotions such as anger and shame, as well as parts that try to control and protect the person from the pain of the wounded parts. When left unresolved, it can lead to these maladaptive parts overwhelming us with anxious thoughts.
These parts may be in conflict with each other and with one’s core Self, a concept that describes the confident, compassionate, whole person that is at the core of every individual. Together, we will focus on healing the wounded parts and restoring mental balance and harmony by changing the dynamics that create discord among the parts and the Self.
MindFit offers a personalized Worry-Busters Program based on cognitive behavioural therapy strategies to help increase comfort, confidence and success in social and performance situations. Techniques include cognitive restructuring, behavioural strategies (e.g., relaxation, facing feared situations in a gradual/step-wise manner), education about anxiety, and weekly goal setting. MindFit's goal is to provide you with a toolbox for getting and staying in emotional shape.
Registered Psychotherapist, Registered Social Workers and Psychotherapists
Social anxiety extends beyond shyness - it's a pervasive experience that can significantly impact one's ability to interact in social settings and form meaningful relationships. At Collaborative Care Therapy, we provide targeted therapy to help you manage and overcome the challenges of social anxiety. Our approach is compassionate and understanding, creating a safe space where you can explore the roots of your anxiety and develop effective coping strategies.
Our therapy for social anxiety encompasses techniques like cognitive-behavioral therapy, which helps in identifying and changing negative thought patterns and behaviors that contribute to anxiety in social situations. We also incorporate mindfulness practices to enhance present-moment awareness and reduce anxiety symptoms.
Our goal is to empower you with the confidence and tools to engage in social environments more comfortably and authentically. Through personalized support and skill-building, we aim to help you navigate social interactions with greater ease and confidence, enhancing your overall quality of life.
Anxiety and stress can be overwhelming, but you don't have to face them alone. I offer a supportive and personalized approach to help you regain control and develop a deeper understanding of your concerns. Together, we'll explore effective strategies tailored to your unique needs. You deserve relief from the weight of anxiety. Reach out for a free consultation, and let's start your journey towards calmness and resilience.