Social Anxiety Disorder Counselling
Do you feel worried about making mistakes? Do you feel nervous that you will be embarrassed in front of others?
Are you afraid you will be criticized by others? Do you feel others will judge you if you speak up?
Do you feel anxious or nervous when in a large social group, or at a large waiting room? Do you wish you feel less nervous and more at ease?
If you answered yes to any of the above, you may have a social anxiety disorder.
It is normal to feel anxious or nervous in social situations. Anxiety helps us in many ways. It helps us to act appropriately, motivates us and helps us make appropriate goals.
However, people who experience daily social anxiety tend to avoid everyday interactions that creates too much fear, anxiety, self-consciousness because they are afraid of being criticized or judged by others.
People with Social Anxiety Disorder often experience significant distress
- Being the center of attention
- Being watched or observed while performing a task
- Having to speak in a formal or public setting
- Talking to people in authority
- Feeling insecure and out of place in social situations
- Feeling embarrassed
- Making eye contact
Social anxiety disorder is a chronic mental health condition. The good news is, you can learn coping skills in therapy sessions. You can gain the confidence you need to improve your ability to interact with others.
If you feel you may have a social anxiety disorder, I encourage you to contact me today for a free 15 minute consultation.