Social Anxiety Counseling

Feel More Confident in Social Situations

Do Social Situations Leave You Feeling Anxious or Self-Conscious?

Do you dread public speaking or freeze up when meeting new people? Do you constantly replay conversations in your head, worrying you said the wrong thing? If so, you're not alone—and you may be struggling with Social Anxiety Disorder (SAD).

At Jessica Wolfe, LCSW LLC, therapy for social anxiety provides a compassionate, judgment-free space to help you understand your triggers, challenge negative self-talk, and build confidence in social interactions.

What Is Social Anxiety Disorder?

Social Anxiety Disorder is more than just being shy or introverted. It’s a chronic mental health condition characterized by intense fear, embarrassment, or self-consciousness in everyday social settings. Left untreated, it can interfere with work, relationships, and your overall quality of life.

You might have social anxiety if you experience excessive distress in situations such as:

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Being teased or criticized

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Speaking in front of others or reading aloud

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Eating or writing in public

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Attending meetings, interviews, or networking events

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Making eye contact or initiating conversation

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Being the focus of attention in any setting

Many people with SAD avoid social events altogether, which can lead to loneliness, missed opportunities, and feelings of inadequacy.

How Therapy for Social Anxiety Can Help

Through evidence-based approaches, Jessica Wolfe helps clients reframe their thinking and build social skills in a way that feels safe and empowering. Her methods include:

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Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to challenge distorted beliefs about judgment or failure

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Mindfulness and grounding techniques to manage physical anxiety symptoms

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Gradual exposure therapy to help you face feared situations at your own pace

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Emotion-focused work to understand the roots of shame, insecurity, or past social trauma

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Skill-building strategies like assertive communication, boundary setting, and self-affirmation

The goal isn’t to become extroverted—it’s to feel confident and comfortable being yourself in social settings that matter to you.

What to Expect from Sessions

Your therapy journey will begin with a clear assessment of how social anxiety is impacting your life. Together, you’ll:

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Identify your triggers and the beliefs that reinforce your fear

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Practice real-world coping techniques in and between sessions

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Learn how to reduce the intensity of anxious thoughts and sensations

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Build confidence in small steps—without being pushed too far, too fast

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Reclaim your ability to connect, speak up, and enjoy social engagement again

You set the pace, and Jessica provides the expert guidance and emotional safety you need along the way.

Take the First Step Toward Change

If you’re ready to learn more about how your thoughts are impacting your emotional well-being—and how to change them—CBT may be a powerful fit.