Social Anxiety Disorder

Social Anxiety Disorder involves an intense fear of being judged, embarrassed, or negatively evaluated in social or performance situations. This fear goes beyond shyness and can significantly impact daily life, relationships, work, and confidence.

People experiencing social anxiety often have a strong worry about saying or doing the “wrong” thing, appearing awkward, or being noticed in a negative way. As a result, many people begin to avoid social situations or endure them with significant distress.

Common experiences include excessive self-criticism, replaying social interactions, fear of attention, blushing, sweating, trembling, nausea, a racing heart, or feeling mentally “blank” in social situations.

Psychological treatment can help you understand how social anxiety works, reduce fear of judgment, and build confidence in social situations. Based on individualised treatment plans, social anxiety can be treated with therapy including principles and techniques from Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Schema Therapy (ST).

If you’re considering support and would like to explore whether therapy feels right for you, you’re welcome to book a free, no-obligation discovery call.