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Social anxiety counseling helps people better understand and manage the anxiety they experience in or because of social interactions. If you are struggling with regular anxious thoughts and feelings as a result of social interactions or settings and they’re affecting your day-to-day life, consider seeking social anxiety counseling with one of our trained Thriveworks Media therapists. The social anxiety therapists at Thriveworks can develop a treatment plan that will help you better manage your day-to-day social anxiety or your social anxiety disorder.
Social anxiety counseling involves talking to a therapist about your social anxiety symptoms, potential causes, and more. Your therapist will then work with you to determine where your social anxiety might stem from and teach you effective coping mechanisms.
Thriveworks social anxiety counseling in Media, PA is conducted both in person and through online therapy. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.
Social anxiety counseling can last for a few weeks, months, or longer, depending on the severity of one’s social anxiety as well as their needs and preferences.
Social anxiety is a disorder in which an individual experiences intense anxiety in one or more social situations for fear of being judged, negatively evaluated, or rejected. If you think you’re struggling with social anxiety disorder or you have been diagnosed, reach out to Thriveworks Media today for help. We can get you set up right away, and you can even meet with a provider as early as this week.
People with social anxiety disorder excessively worry about acting or appearing visibly anxious or being viewed as strangE or awkward; which is both embarrassing and humiliating to an individual with social anxiety disorder.
Due to their fear they often avoid social situations and if it cannot be avoided by the individual, the situation is endured with an excessive sense of fear and anxiety.
Although individuals suffering from social anxiety recognize that their fear is excessive, irrational, and unreasonable, people suffering from the disorder often feel powerless and helpless against their anxiety. It controls them thus rendering them powerless against it. Some anxiety is normal and a biological trait in all humans.
Many people with social anxiety disorder can experience a multitude of symptoms, both physical as well as behavioral. If you experience some of the following symptoms in one or more social situations you might be suffering from social anxiety disorder.
When the anxiety begins to affect your ability to function and is causing impairment in various areas of your life it might be time to consider consulting with a a therapist.
Untreated social anxiety disorder could result in panic attacks, low self esteem, poor social skills, poor and unsatisfying relationships, and it can have a negative effect on academic and occupational functioning. Typically when left untreated, it gets worse.
Two common treatments used to help improve social anxiety are psychotherapy and medication management. They can be administered together and or separately.
The most common treatment used to treat social anxiety is CBT, which stands for cognitive behavior therapy. CBT is an evidence based treatment method proven to show results. It will teach you the connection between your thoughts, feelings, physical sensations, and behaviors. During CBT treatment for social anxiety patients reframe negative thinking patterns into more positive ones. Patients also must make changes in their behavior. Treatment will also teach you coping skills to better manage the overwhelming emotions and thoughts so they do not interfere with functioning.
Medication can also be prescribed by a psychiatrist to target the symptoms associated with performance anxiety. Three types of medication prescribed for social anxiety are anti-anxiety medications, antidepressants, and beta blockers.
Thriveworks is here to help with Social Anxiety. At Thriveworks, we have licensed Psychologists, Licensed Professional Counselors, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists, and Licensed clinical Social Workers that are trained and ready to help you to overcome your social anxiety.
At Thriveworks, new clients can typically meet with a provider within the week of scheduling. In addition, we offer evening and weekend sessions, and we accept most major insurances. Call 610-808-9923 to schedule appointment.
Includes individual, couples, child/ teen, & family therapy
Includes reducing symptoms with medication & management
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