The "real you" deserves to be seen.
Do social situations feel like navigating a minefield of potential embarrassment? Does the thought of meeting new people, speaking up in a group, or even answering a phone call send waves of panic through your body? You're not weak. You're not broken. You're experiencing social anxiety — and you're not alone.
Every interaction becomes a mental marathon. Your mind races with worst-case scenarios. What if you say something stupid? What if everyone judges you? What if you blush, stumble, or somehow reveal how anxious you're feeling? The fear is exhausting, isolating, and deeply painful.
But there's hope. Social anxiety doesn't have to define your life or limit your potential.
My approach to social anxiety therapy in Saint Louis, Missouri is a compassionate, strength-based journey to help you rebuild confidence, challenge negative thought patterns, and discover the authentic, vibrant self that exists beneath the anxiety.
What I Offer:
A warm, understanding space where your experiences are validated and respected
Somatic Experiencing (somatic therapy) to help you recognize and release anxiety where it lives in your body
Mindfulness techniques to ground you in the present moment and interrupt anxious thought spirals
Person-centered therapy that centers your unique story and strengths
Parts work (Internal Family Systems / ego state therapy) to understand and soothe the vulnerable parts of yourself that learned to fear social situations
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) strategies to help you move toward meaningful connections and a life aligned with your values
Practical, gentle exposure techniques to build social confidence at your own pace
Tools to challenge and reframe anxious thoughts
Strategies for managing the physical symptoms of social anxiety
Support in developing genuine, comfortable social skills
This isn't about becoming a social butterfly overnight. This is about learning to feel safe, comfortable, and true to yourself in social situations. It's about understanding that your worth isn't determined by how perfectly you navigate social interactions.
Imagine a life where:
Social situations feel manageable, even enjoyable
You can speak up without overwhelming fear
Your anxiety no longer controls your choices
You feel confident and connected
You have survived every anxious moment up to this point. You are stronger than you know. If you're looking for a social anxiety therapist in St. Louis who takes a warm, whole-person approach, I'd love to connect. Together, we'll work to transform your relationship with social situations, helping you move from survival to genuine thriving.
Your voice matters. Your experiences are valid. And you deserve to live a full, connected life.
Investment:
50–55 minute in-person (St. Louis, MO) or virtual appointments available throughout Missouri
$175/session
Aetna insurance accepted