Social Anxiety
Social anxiety is more than just feeling shy or nervous in social situations—it’s a persistent fear of being judged, embarrassed, or humiliated, even when you want to be social. In our experience treating social anxiety disorder, people feel like they have a perpetual “spotlight” on them. Social anxiety can feel like the world is judging your every word, posture, and tone while being left with the responsibility of criticizing your “performance” afterward.
Common Struggles for People with Social Anxiety include:
“Giving presentations feels impossible, and I spend days analyzing every word and movement.”
“I’m too anxious to make phone calls, so I keep putting them off.”
“I tried to join a school club, but I can’t shake the thought that they think I’m an idiot.”
“I mentally rehearse conversations before every date, but it never goes as planned. I’m left feeling insecure afterward.”
“Job interviews make my heart race and leave me drenched in sweat.”
“Even at a party, I worry whether my friend really invited me or just felt bad for me.”
“I don’t know why but I keep feeling panicked when I’m around a group.”
Effective Therapy for Social Anxiety Near You
At OCD & Anxiety Recovery, we specialize in proven treatments for social anxiety, including:
Exposure & Response Prevention (ERP): Gradually face feared social situations to break the cycle of avoidance and fear.
Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT): Learn to accept anxious thoughts and feelings when in a social situation instead of struggling to control them.
Therapy typically takes 15-20 sessions (depending on severity), and clients report significant progress in feeling less anxious and more confident in social situations. Many find it easier to enjoy social activities, form relationships, and feel at ease in public.
If you or a loved one is struggling with social anxiety, help is available. Whether you live in Dallas, Houston, or elsewhere in Texas, contact OCD & Anxiety Recovery today to begin your journey to healing.