Social Anxiety Treatment
Social anxiety is more than shyness, it's an intense fear of being judged that can make work, school, and relationships feel overwhelming. We provide psychiatric evaluation and evidence-based medication management for social anxiety disorder, and coordinate with therapists when talk therapy is part of the plan. The goal is to quiet the fear enough that you can do the things that matter to you. Serving Frederick, MD and across Maryland by telehealth.
Our approach to social anxiety treatment
Social anxiety is more than shyness. It is an intense fear of being judged that can make work, school, and relationships feel overwhelming. We provide psychiatric evaluation and evidence-based medication management for social anxiety disorder.
When talk therapy is part of the plan, we coordinate with therapists so treatment is aligned. The goal is to quiet the fear enough that you can do the things that matter to you.
Who this is for
You may benefit if you are…
- Teens and adults who fear judgment in social or performance situations
- People who avoid work, school, or social settings out of anxiety
- Patients who want evidence-based medication options
- Anyone whose social anxiety limits their life
What to expect
Care starts with an evaluation of how social anxiety shows up in your life and what you want to change. Telehealth can be an easier first step for many people with social anxiety, and in-person visits are available whenever you prefer.
Social Anxiety Treatment: common questions
- Is telehealth a good fit for social anxiety?
- Often, yes. Being seen from a comfortable, private space can make the first steps of care easier. In-person visits at our Frederick office are always available too.
Become a patient
We typically respond to new-patient inquiries within one business day.