Social anxiety can make everyday interactions feel exhausting and isolating. You may find yourself overthinking what to say, worrying about being judged, or staying quiet to avoid the discomfort, while it seems like everyone else has it figured out. This group offers a calm, structured space to work through social fears alongside others who understand.
Is this group for you?
This group is designed for adults who want to build social confidence but feel stuck. It might be a good fit if you often find yourself:
- Overthinking past interactions: Replaying conversations in your head and worrying that you said the wrong thing or came across awkwardly.
- Experiencing anticipatory anxiety: Dreading upcoming social events, meetings, or gatherings days in advance, sometimes to the point of canceling.
- Fearing judgment: Holding back your thoughts or personality because you are afraid of being evaluated or criticized.
- Feeling drained: Noticing a racing heart, sweating, or a blank mind when put on the spot, and feeling exhausted after socializing.
- Wanting connection, but feeling blocked: Wanting to make friends or connect with coworkers, but feeling that anxiety is in the way.
What to Expect in the Group
Rather than pushing you into uncomfortable situations, this group focuses on understanding anxiety patterns, learning practical coping strategies, and practicing social connection at a pace that feels comfortable.
Shared Understanding
Meet others who know how tiring social hesitation can be, so you do not have to explain or hide it.
Practical Tools
Learn plain, evidence-based strategies from cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) for managing physical anxiety symptoms and interrupting spiraling thoughts.
Your Own Pace
Speak when you are ready. If you would rather listen for the first few sessions, that is welcome.
Realistic Practice
Work through everyday situations, from small talk to setting boundaries, in a low-stakes setting.
Less Isolation
Seeing others with similar fears can ease the shame and secrecy that often come with anxiety.
A Structured Setting
Sessions are led by a licensed psychologist and organized around learning and practice, so you know what to expect.
Group Details
- When: Dates and times to be announced. Contact us to ask about upcoming sessions.
- Where: Psychology Partners Group, 400 King Street, Suite 8, Chappaqua, NY
- Fees and insurance: Fee details are listed on the registration form. We are an out-of-network provider and can submit claims on behalf of group members so they can be reimbursed by their insurance.
Care That Connects Across Specialties
Many people join a group alongside individual care. Our clinicians coordinate with colleagues, with your consent.
- Adult Therapy: One-on-one support for anxiety and other concerns.
- Support Group for Adults with OCD: A skills-focused group for adults with OCD.
- Group Therapy: See all of our groups.
