Life Coach, Hypnosis and NLP, shamanic healing, Energy Psychology (including "tapping"), Voice Dialogue
I’m dubious about the term “social anxiety.” I don’t doubt for a second how paralyzing or distressing it is to be anxious in social situations, but diagnosing someone with social anxiety sometimes feels like an excuse for a quick fix: “Here’s a prescription!” That’s not my approach (although I get it if that’s where you are now).
Whether you’ve been diagnosed or not doesn’t matter to me. What matters is that you want to be more confident and comfortable around people. Because I can help you with that.
The tools I use – energy psychology, hypnosis and NLP (neurolinguistic programming), nutritional guidance, and voice dialogue (or “parts work”) – all have a part. As can figuring out if “social anxiety” is part of a bigger problem, such as chronic anxiety or perfectionism or a general distrust of people, or a seemingly unrelated bad experience that subconsciously affects you in social situations.
Human beings are social animals. Social connection is so important that a lack of it is a reliable predictor of early death. And technology now gives us so many ways to “connect” that it’s easy to stop connecting in meaningful ways.
If you’re tired of not being able to be yourself (or the person you want to be) in social situations, there’s a good chance I can help. Please get in touch.
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA in Counseling, LCPC, LIMHP, LMHC
Social anxiety doesn’t have to be something that you suffer with. I have training and experience in helping clients find confidence and techniques to overcome anxiety from social situations. Time of Need Counseling offers individual counseling for social anxiety and stress.
Specialty Blurb on Social Anxiety
Social Anxiety therapy services cater to individuals experiencing overwhelming fear and discomfort in social situations, which can significantly impede personal and professional relationships. Understanding the profound influence social anxiety has on one's day-to-day life, our approach combines warmth, confidentiality, and professional expertise. We aim to offer a supportive environment where individuals can confront their fears, develop social skills, and foster self-confidence.
Techniques and Supports for Social Anxiety
* Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for challenging and changing negative thought patterns associated with social situations.
* Exposure therapy to gradually and safely face social settings, reducing fear over time.
* Social skills training to enhance communication abilities and comfort in various social interactions.
* Mindfulness and stress reduction techniques to lower anxiety levels and promote a calm state of mind.
* Group therapy sessions that provide a supportive arena for practicing new skills and receiving feedback in a controlled atmosphere.
Goals of Social Anxiety Therapy
Our Social Anxiety Therapy is designed to:
* Equip individuals with effective coping mechanisms for managing anxiety in social scenarios.
* Improve self-esteem and assertiveness in interpersonal relationships.
* Increase understanding of social anxiety's triggers and effects to better navigate challenging situations.
* Guide patients in creating and maintaining meaningful relationships.
* Encourage positive social interactions through practical exercises and real-life applications.
* Addressing social anxiety requires patience and a personalized therapeutic approach. Our services are tailored to help individuals overcome the barriers posed by social anxiety, allowing them to live more freely and confidently. By breaking the cycle of fear and avoidance, we support our clients in navigating social environments with ease and developing lasting, fulfilling connections.
I have helped many clients overcome social anxiety through using a combination of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and relaxation techniques. Much of this therapy focuses on helping clients improve their sense of self-compassion and self-acceptance. I also help clients explore how to improve their communication and overall relationship patterns.
Hypnotherapist, Hypnotherapist certified by International Medical and Dental Hypnotherapy Association
Using Core Transformation and Wholeness Work we can resolve the anxiety or fear on a a deep emotional level. I will be interested in what you are actually experiencing, rather than a previous diagnosis. "Social Anxiety," for instance, can mean any of a number of things: feeling "judged," being overly concerned about what others think, "mind reading" (believing you know others' thoughts, even though you don't), a difficulty communicating or engaging with others. Once we tease out the particularities, I will use Core Transformation and Wholeness (and standard hypnosis sometimes) to resolve them.
Self-talk, self-perception, self-esteem may also come into play; I have special ways of working with these.
Social anxiety can be tricky; it often makes us feel like others are judging us and can make us feel afraid of expressing ourselves freely. Together, we will explore helpful tools for lowering anxiety in social situations, empowering you to feel more confident and comfortable in social interactions.
Through DBT and CBT skills and strategies we can work together to conquer your worries. By creating a judgment-free, safe space we can identify your needs and implement a custom plan for you.
I recognize the challenges that social anxiety causes in individuals lives. I have worked collaboratively with others on building skills and processing the emotional distress they feel around social interactions. I hope to help you in facing the fear, embarrassment, shame, or other experiences you are going through.
Social anxiety can cause tremendous suffering and life long difficulties. Through a cognitive behavioral based approach, we help our clients become more comfortable and safe engaging in social situations.
17 Years Experience
