Social anxiety therapy · Atlanta & virtual
Social anxiety therapy that builds real confidence
Social anxiety is more than shyness. It's an intense fear of being watched, judged, or embarrassed. We use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and exposure-based treatment to help you feel more at ease around people.
Who we see
Teens & adults
Approach
CBT & exposure
Sessions
In person or virtual
Location
Atlanta, GA
Does this sound familiar?
Social anxiety can show up in everyday situations, and in what happens in your head before and after them.
Blushing, sweating, shaking, or a racing heart can make it feel even harder. You are not alone in this.
The avoidance cycle
Avoiding a situation or leaning on safety behaviors brings relief in the moment. But it teaches your brain the situation really was dangerous.
That's why social anxiety tends to grow when it isn't treated.
- 1Anticipation. An upcoming event or conversation is on your mind.
- 2Anxiety rises. Fear of being judged or embarrassed takes over.
- 3Avoidance or safety behaviors. Skipping it, over-rehearsing, or avoiding eye contact.
- 4Short-term relief. You feel better, for now.
- ↻Stronger next time. The next situation feels even harder.
How we treat it
Gradual, supported exposure
The goal isn't to never feel nervous. It's to make anxiety manageable, so it stops deciding what you do. We move step by step, at a pace that feels doable.
01
Initial consultation
We learn which situations are hardest and what you want to change.
02
Step-by-step exposure
Gradually practicing the social situations you fear.
03
Dropping safety behaviors
Cutting back on habits like over-rehearsing or avoiding eye contact.
04
Real confidence
Shifting unhelpful thinking through real experiences, not just talk.
Who we help
We work with teens and adults who:
Avoid social situations
Turning down plans, events, or opportunities because of anxiety.
Struggle at school or work
Finding it hard to speak up in class, meetings, or groups.
Get stuck overthinking
Mentally reviewing conversations or seeking reassurance afterward, which can overlap with OCD.
Common questions
Is social anxiety just shyness?
No. Shyness is a personality trait. Social anxiety involves intense fear of being judged or embarrassed, and it often leads to avoiding situations that matter to you.
Can you help if I also have OCD?
Yes. Some people mentally review conversations or seek reassurance in ways that overlap with OCD. Treatment can address both the anxiety and the patterns that keep it going.
Do you offer virtual sessions?
Yes. We see clients in person at our Atlanta office and virtually.
How do I get started?
Fill out our short New Patient Screener Form and we'll reach out within 24–48 hours to schedule your free consultation. You can also call us at (404) 462-5533.
Take the first step, at your own pace
Start with a short screener, and we'll follow up to set up your consultation.
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