Therapy For Social Anxiety
EASE THE FEAR & STEP INTO YOUR COMFORTABLE SELF
We’re a team of therapists specializing in social anxiety and phobias
You can show up authentically and be yourself in social situations
Online therapy & counseling for California
The Exhausting Cycle of Social Anxiety
Anxiety, avoidance, loneliness…
The cycle of avoidance and distress perpetuated by social anxiety can become self-reinforcing and difficult to break.
So much energy goes into overthinking future social situations, or ruminating about conversations you’ve had (hello shower thoughts, and 3 am spirals).
You’re an easy person to love, but your self-consciousness is making it difficult to initiate or maintain conversations. Maybe your social anxiety is even confirming negative beliefs you have about yourself.
It’s lonely, and you’re tired. You don’t want to be alone, but you’re not sure how to overcome this.
You may have had thoughts like...
When I'm alone, my mind brims with clever remarks, swift comebacks to unsaid words, and flashes of charming banter, yet it all goes out they window when I’m interacting with people in person, my mind goes blank. I can’t speak and I just feel tired.
My version of hell is being the center of attention
I feel like I’m in a perpetual state of anticipation of how things could go wrong or how I will be blamed for the wrong.
Did I offend them? What if they think I’m ____?
It’s exhausting to be trapped in the vicious cycle of social anxiety, constantly replaying how we’ve said the wrong thing, reliving the public presentation, dreading the next hang out, or obsessing over the bad date.
Recovery is the rule, not the exception
Imagine a life where you're not held back by anxiety, or stuck in the loop of overthinking.
Therapy can be that bridge to the life you've been longing for. Social anxiety can be overcome with consistency, the right support, tools, and persistence.
We are here to help create true change in your social anxiety.
Our specialized therapy practice is dedicated to helping you overcome social anxiety and regain confidence in social settings.
Expertise: Our therapists are highly trained and experienced in treating social anxiety disorders. We go beyond Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and get to the root of your anxiety.
Compassionate Support: We understand the impact that social anxiety can have on your life, and we are fellow travelers with you all the way.
Proven Results: Our evidence-based treatments such as ACT, EMDR, and CBT have been proven to effectively treat social anxiety.
Imagine getting home from hanging out with your friends, climbing into bed and feeling deep gratitude for the time you shared with your favorite people. Maybe a negative thought pops up, but you have the tools to handle the ruminations.
This is waiting for you on the other side of therapy.
One year from now, your life could look completely different.
What would it look like to feel free? To wake up feeling fresh after a good nights sleep without the 3 am rabbit holes…?
To have healthier relationships where you get to be your authentic self? To experience the world as it is, and not through a filter of your pain?
That’s what we’re here for.
We help the deep feelers to find their way back to themselves, to overcome their fear and anxiety, and move past their past.
Therapy can help you find a way through the pain to the other side - a newer, more whole version of yourself.
It’s Time for Change
If you’re ready to experience that change (or even if you’re not!), then we’re here to walk alongside you.
We know it can feel difficult to reach out, but it can be the first step on the path to your healing.
Empowerment Therapy is here to help.
We specialize in working with childhood trauma.
We know what it’s like, and the steps to help break the cycle so you no longer feel so alone.
If you’ve made it this far, it’s clear that something’s gotta give. You’re ready for change and we’re here for it!
Click the button below to schedule a free 15m consultation call with our team and get started on your journey.
Welcome to Empowerment Therapy & Coaching!
We know it takes a lot of courage to reach out. You might be battling resistance, or even doubt.
Social anxiety can be overcome, it just needs the right guide to show you how.
Our goal isn’t just to simply get you “back to normal”, but to help you grow even further.
To truly help you experience life differently and have the social life you truly want.
Why should you choose to work with us?
We are a practice of highly skilled therapists, who have lived experiences of what you’re going through.
We specialize in working with social anxiety
We have community support, with groups as well as individual therapy
We do online counseling, so you can experience the benefits of therapy from the comfort of home
So if you’re ready, let’s get started!
FAQ
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We offer various price points based on provider and service from $175 - $225 per session.
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Our clients prefer an individually-tailored experience that is not at the mercy of the strict restraints of managed care. In order to have the freedom to provide you with the best, individualized and 100% confidential care - we are not in-network with any insurance and are considered an Out-Of-Network provider.
Insurance has strict guidelines on the types of therapy, lengths of treatment, and goals to focus on and frankly, we know you don’t fit in such a small box. Insurance also requires a diagnosis and access to records which may not be appropriate for some of our clients who want to control their confidentiality due to their profession or other reasons.
Some insurance companies do offer coverage for Out-Of-Network providers like us. What that means is if you have OON benefits then we will provide you with a detailed receipt that you can submit to your insurance for potential reimbursement. We are more than happy to discuss questions about this during your initial consultation.
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This is because in order to use your insurance for counseling, a mental health diagnosis is required, and this gets attached to your record. If your challenges don’t meet the threshold of a diagnosis, then insurance companies can choose not to cover your therapy.
Insurance has strict guidelines on the types of therapy, lengths of treatment, and goals to focus on and frankly, we know you don’t fit in such a small box. Insurance also requires a diagnosis and access to records which may not be appropriate for some of our clients who want to control their confidentiality due to their profession or other reasons.
If you have more questions about this, or have questions about finding your OON benefits and would like to discuss, then we recommend reaching out to me on my contact page and we’d be happy to answer any questions.
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Such a reasonable question to ask, and there’s no one-size-fits-all answer to this one. Everyone’s journey with personal therapy is unique to them - and the work moves at its own pace. You and your therapist will discuss during your first appointment and determine how long and how often you will meet.
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At Empower Therapy and Coaching, we provide a safe and non-judgmental environment for your healing journey. We will work side by side to understand the root cause of your concerns and heal so that you can move forward with your life.
Our wish is that you feel both free and held in our non-judgmental, safe, inclusive, and accepting space so that you can share and process things that you may have never shared before.
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Book a consultation with us below! On a free, 15-minute consultation call, we will ask you a few questions and fit you with the best therapist to suit your needs. There will also be time for you to ask questions and get more information about therapy.
Why Choose Online Therapy
No Travel Required
You can do therapy from the comfort of your home, bed, or car (just no driving!)
Confidential & Private
You don’t need to see anyone in a waiting room. Just open your laptop or phone from the comfort of wherever you are
Just As Effective
Virtual therapy has been found to be just as effective as traditional in-person therapy
How To Get Started
Step 1
Get In Touch
Simply click below to schedule a FREE 15 minute consultation call with us.
Step 2
Free Consultation
Pick a time that works for you! We'll reach out, learn more about your needs, and match you with the right therapist for you.
Step 3
Feel Better
Attend your first session. We'll be with you every step of then way!