Understanding
Social Anxiety
Social anxiety disorder is a persistent fear of social situations where you might be judged, embarrassed, or scrutinised. It can affect work, school, and relationships, leading to avoidance and distress.
What does social anxiety feel like?
You may feel intense nervousness before or during social situations, worry about being embarrassed, or experience physical symptoms like sweating, trembling, or a racing heart. Avoiding social events or interactions is common.
How to overcome social anxiety with therapy
Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) is the first-line treatment, helping you challenge negative thoughts and gradually face feared situations. Medications such as SSRIs or SNRIs may be prescribed for persistent symptoms. Support groups and self-help resources can also be helpful.
Through social anxiety counselling, you can:
Identify and challenge unhelpful beliefs about social situations
Practise social skills and exposure to feared events
Learn relaxation and coping techniques
Improve confidence and daily functioning
Step-by-step guide to managing social anxiety
Recognise triggers: Identify situations that cause anxiety.
Seek professional help: Consult a therapist experienced in social anxiety.
Engage in CBT: Work on exposure and cognitive restructuring.
Consider medication: Discuss options with your doctor if needed.
Practise skills: Use relaxation and assertiveness techniques.
Understanding
Social Anxiety
Social anxiety disorder is a persistent fear of social situations where you might be judged, embarrassed, or scrutinised. It can affect work, school, and relationships, leading to avoidance and distress.
What does social anxiety feel like?
You may feel intense nervousness before or during social situations, worry about being embarrassed, or experience physical symptoms like sweating, trembling, or a racing heart. Avoiding social events or interactions is common.
How to overcome social anxiety with therapy
Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) is the first-line treatment, helping you challenge negative thoughts and gradually face feared situations. Medications such as SSRIs or SNRIs may be prescribed for persistent symptoms. Support groups and self-help resources can also be helpful.
Through social anxiety counselling, you can:
Identify and challenge unhelpful beliefs about social situations
Practise social skills and exposure to feared events
Learn relaxation and coping techniques
Improve confidence and daily functioning
Step-by-step guide to managing social anxiety
Recognise triggers: Identify situations that cause anxiety.
Seek professional help: Consult a therapist experienced in social anxiety.
Engage in CBT: Work on exposure and cognitive restructuring.
Consider medication: Discuss options with your doctor if needed.
Practise skills: Use relaxation and assertiveness techniques.
Understanding
Social Anxiety
Social anxiety disorder is a persistent fear of social situations where you might be judged, embarrassed, or scrutinised. It can affect work, school, and relationships, leading to avoidance and distress.
What does social anxiety feel like?
You may feel intense nervousness before or during social situations, worry about being embarrassed, or experience physical symptoms like sweating, trembling, or a racing heart. Avoiding social events or interactions is common.
How to overcome social anxiety with therapy
Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) is the first-line treatment, helping you challenge negative thoughts and gradually face feared situations. Medications such as SSRIs or SNRIs may be prescribed for persistent symptoms. Support groups and self-help resources can also be helpful.
Through social anxiety counselling, you can:
Identify and challenge unhelpful beliefs about social situations
Practise social skills and exposure to feared events
Learn relaxation and coping techniques
Improve confidence and daily functioning
Step-by-step guide to managing social anxiety
Recognise triggers: Identify situations that cause anxiety.
Seek professional help: Consult a therapist experienced in social anxiety.
Engage in CBT: Work on exposure and cognitive restructuring.
Consider medication: Discuss options with your doctor if needed.
Practise skills: Use relaxation and assertiveness techniques.
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Tyrene is a person-centred counsellor with over 450 clinical hours. Tyrene is dedicated to supporting clients from all backgrounds, offering a warm, safe space for those facing anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, identity issues, and more.
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Caroline has delivered more than 1,900 successful sessions over six years in practice. Her person-centred approach provides a compassionate, non-directive space where clients feel heard and supported as they explore life’s challenges and reconnect with their strengths.
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Tyrene is a person-centred counsellor with over 450 clinical hours. Tyrene is dedicated to supporting clients from all backgrounds, offering a warm, safe space for those facing anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, identity issues, and more.
More
Online
In-person
Phone
Manchester
Caroline has delivered more than 1,900 successful sessions over six years in practice. Her person-centred approach provides a compassionate, non-directive space where clients feel heard and supported as they explore life’s challenges and reconnect with their strengths.
More
Online
In-person
Phone
Manchester
Tyrene is a person-centred counsellor with over 450 clinical hours. Tyrene is dedicated to supporting clients from all backgrounds, offering a warm, safe space for those facing anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, identity issues, and more.
More
Online
In-person
Phone
Manchester
Caroline has delivered more than 1,900 successful sessions over six years in practice. Her person-centred approach provides a compassionate, non-directive space where clients feel heard and supported as they explore life’s challenges and reconnect with their strengths.
More
Online
In-person
Phone
Manchester