Do you feel nervous when you walk into a room with people?
Does your heart beat fast when you need to speak?
Do you avoid friends or groups because you are afraid of being judged?
If yes, you may have social anxiety.
Social anxiety does not mean being shy. Fear makes small things feel hard. It takes over your life with fear of laughter or rejection.
Social anxiety is treatable. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is one of the most effective methods for improving mood.
At Doria Therapeutic Group, PLLC, CBT is one of the specialized treatments offered to help people break free from fear and reconnect with others.
Let’s look at what social anxiety is, how it can hold you back, and how CBT can help you feel free again.
What Is Social Anxiety?
Social anxiety occurs when people experience something scary in everyday situations.
You might worry about:
- Saying something “wrong”
- Looking silly or nervous
- Being laughed at
- Being rejected
Fear can be powerful. It can make you avoid doing the things you like, such as making friends, talking in class, or even eating in public.
It can also show up in the body. Some people blush, sweat, or shake. Others avoid people altogether. This can make you feel lonely and stuck.
At Doria Therapeutic Group, many people share that they feel “trapped” before therapy, as if fear is making all their choices. But with help, things can change.
How Social Anxiety Holds You Back
Social anxiety can touch every part of life:
- At School or at work: You may avoid giving presentations or speaking up.
- With friends: You might keep your distance, afraid of being judged.
- Daily life: Even asking a question in a store can be hard.
- With Chances: Fear may stop you from trying new things, jobs, or hobbies.
The more you avoid, the stronger the fear gets. Many people with social anxiety say they feel left out and alone.
At Doria Therapeutic Group, we want you to know you don’t have to live this way. CBT can help you take back your life.
What Is CBT and Why Does It Work?
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is one of the most trusted treatments for social anxiety. It analyses the relationships between your thoughts and feelings and your actions.
For example:
- Thought: “Everyone will laugh at me.”
- Feeling: Nervous, embarrassed.
- Action: Stay quiet or walk away.
CBT helps you to identify these thoughts and challenge them. With time, you would find yourself substituting the negative thoughts with more positive and true thoughts. This reduces fear and develops confidence.
At Doria Therapeutic Group, CBT sessions are designed to give you tools you can use in real life. It is not a quick fix. It is a matter of acquiring lifetime skills.
What CBT Sessions Look Like
At Doria Therapeutic Group, CBT is done step by step. You work with a therapist in a safe and caring space. A typical journey may look like this:
- Understanding Your Thoughts
Realize the tense sentiments that produce anxiety.
- Challenging Negative Beliefs
With advice, you will verify if these thoughts are true or influenced by fear.
- Practicing in Real Life
Face social moments in small steps. Build courage as you go.
- Learning Coping Skills
Take advantage of tools like deep breathing, grounding, or friendly self-narration.
- Growing Confidence
Over time, fear gets smaller, and you feel stronger.
Many people at Doria Therapeutic Group say CBT feels life-changing. It not only lowers fear but also gives them power over it.
Benefits of CBT for Social Anxiety
With CBT, people often notice:
- Feeling calmer in public
- Talking with people more easily
- Comfort speaking in school or at work
- Less blushing, sweating, or shaking
- Kinder thoughts toward themselves
- Stronger confidence
Even after therapy ends, you carry these tools with you.
At Doria Therapeutic Group, our goal is to ease anxiety and help you thrive in all areas of life.
How CBT Can Help You Reconnect
Social anxiety can cause you to feel disconnected from people, fun, and even yourself. CBT helps you rebuild those connections:
- With people: You enjoy conversations without overthinking.
- With chances: You start saying “yes” to things you used to avoid.
- With yourself: You develop a more encouraging voice that applauds you.
These steps open the door to joy, laughing with friends, sharing ideas, and being seen for who you are.
When to Reach Out for Help
You may wonder, “Is my anxiety bad enough?” The truth is, if it stops you from living the life you want, therapy can help.
Signs you may need support:
- Worrying too much about what people think
- Avoiding school, work, or events
- Feeling sick from fear
- Struggling with self-esteem
- Missing out on fun or new chances
At Doria Therapeutic Group, no struggle is too small. Whether your fear is light or heavy, CBT can help you find peace.
Final Thoughts
Social anxiety may feel like it controls you. But it does not have to. You can also face the fear, speak confidently, and be free again with the help.
CBT is a reliable method of healing. We apply CBT in a caring, compassionate, and effective way at Doria Therapeutic Group, PLLC. If social anxiety stops you, it is time to make a first step.
If social anxiety has been holding you back, now is the time to take the first step.
Call us or book online to start your CBT journey with Doria Therapeutic Group today.
FAQs
Q: Will I have to face my biggest fear right away?
No. At Doria Therapeutic Group, we take it slow. You start small and build step by step.
Q: Can social anxiety come back?
Sometimes fear returns during stress. But CBT gives you tools to handle it. Many people stay strong long after therapy ends.
Q: Is CBT for kids, too?
Yes. At Doria Therapeutic Group, CBT is for children, teens, and adults.
