SOCIAL ANXIETY
Do social situations fill you with dread? Do you worry about being judged, embarrassed, or rejected? Social anxiety can make it difficult to connect with others, participate in social events, and even perform everyday tasks like ordering food or making phone calls. But you don't have to let social anxiety hold you back.
Exposure therapy is a powerful tool for overcoming social anxiety. At New Horizons Therapy NY, our compassionate therapists provide online exposure therapy tailored to your specific social fears, guiding you through a gradual and supportive process of facing social situations and building your confidence.

Overcome Social Anxiety: Find Confidence and Connection with Exposure Therapy
How Exposure Therapy Works for Social Anxiety:
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Identify your triggers: We'll work with you to pinpoint the specific social situations that cause you anxiety, such as meeting new people, public speaking, or attending parties.
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Create a gradual exposure plan: Together, we'll develop a step-by-step plan, starting with less anxiety-provoking situations and gradually increasing the challenge.
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Practice social skills: You'll learn and practice effective communication skills, assertiveness techniques, and strategies for managing anxiety in social interactions.
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Confront feared situations: With our support and guidance, you'll gradually confront your fears through real-life experiences, role-playing, or virtual reality simulations.
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Challenge negative thoughts: You'll learn to identify and reframe negative thoughts that contribute to your social anxiety, replacing them with more realistic and positive ones.
Examples of Social Situations We Address:
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Meeting new people
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Public speaking
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Attending social events
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Making phone calls
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Eating in public
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Dating
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Job interviews
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Expressing opinions
Benefits of Online Exposure Therapy for Social Anxiety:
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Convenience and accessibility: Receive treatment from the comfort of your own home, reducing the anxiety of traveling to appointments.
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Personalized approach: Work with a therapist who understands your specific social fears and tailors the treatment to your needs.
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Safe and supportive environment: Confront your fears in a controlled setting with the guidance of a trained professional.
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Increased confidence and connection: Experience reduced anxiety in social situations, allowing you to build meaningful relationships and live a more fulfilling life.
Take the first step towards overcoming social anxiety and building the connections you desire.