Best Social Anxiety Therapists Chicago
Looking for the best social anxiety therapist in Chicago? Are you struggling with dating and relationships because your anxiety has got the best of you? If the answer is yes, you aren’t alone. Many people seek out relationship counseling because they have problems meeting new people.
At Couples Counseling Center, a high number of our clients ask about social anxiety counseling because the condition is so widespread. Recently, our staff got together to talk about this topic and decided it would be helpful to post a resource.
And so that’s what this page is all about – giving you the five best social anxiety therapists in Chicago, based on feedback we have received.
What is Social Anxiety?
We’re not going to bore you with all of the clinical jargon about social anxiety. If you’ve got it, you probably know the symptoms. But just in case you don’t, here is an informative article from the National Institutes of mental health.
The major characteristic of this disorder is extreme anxiety when in the presence of others where you may feel scrutinized or judged. People mistake social anxiety disorder with shyness, which is frankly not the case. Instead, it’s all about that dreadful feeling of having a spotlight on you.
Treatment Options
There are variety of treatment options available for social anxiety disorder, particularly in Chicago, Illinois. The primary approaches include cognitive behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy and exposure and response prevention therapy.
To learn more about these modalities, be sure to read the previously linked article from the NIMH.
Best Social Anxiety Therapists Chicago
Here is our list with recommendations. Keep in mind the information on this page can change over time. Check back for updates.
1. Calm Anxiety CBT Therapy Clinic
3354 N. Paulina St, STE 209, Chicago, IL 60657
Tel: 773.234.1350
Web: Calm Anxiety CBT Therapy Clinic
Located in Chicago’s Lakeview community, bordering Roscoe Village, and Lincoln Park, blocks away from Gross Park, and steps away from the Paulina Brown Line Stop. The cross streets are at N. Lincoln Avenue and Paulina Street.
The therapists at the clinic are well trained in various forms of anxiety. You can find professional help with the following issues:
- Social anxiety
- Phobias and fears
- Health anxiety
- Relationship anxiety
- Dating anxiety
- Fears, worries, and doubts
Be sure to contact the clinic to learn about their different services. The therapists are paneled with Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO.
2. Northshore Family Services
8707 Skokie Blvd., Suite 302, Skokie, IL 60077
Tel: 847.668.4295
Website: Northshore Family Services
Located in Chicago’s North Shore in the community of Skokie, on the corner of Dempster Street and Skokie Blvd, close to the Evanston Golf Club and blocks away from the McDonald’s and Target, you will find the offices of Northshore Family Services.
The licensed psychotherapists at this organization specialize in a number of different issues. These include:
- Relationship stress
- Forms of social and interpersonal anxiety
- Couples therapy
- Marriage counseling
- Dating stress
- Fear, uncertainty, and doubt
Contact Northshore to discover forms of payment and accepted insurance.
3. Progressive Psychological Healthcare
1100 West Lake Cook Road, Suite 210, Buffalo Grove, IL 60089
Tel: 847.979.0268
Web: https://www.propsychhealth.com
Located in the Community of Buffalo Grove, Illinois on Lake Cook Road, right down the street from the Four Points Sheridan and not far from the Buffalo Grove Golf Club, you will find the offices of Progressive Psychological Care.
The counselors and psychologists at this organization specialize in the following areas:
- Social stress and anxiety
- Depression and mood challenges
- Marriage therapy
- Couples counseling
- Psychological testing and assessments
- Teen therapy
- Parental counseling and coaching
Check Progressive Psychological to discover rates and accepted types of insurance.
4. Evolve Therapeutic Center
304 W. Mondamin St, Suite 104, Minooka, IL 60447
Tel: 815.274.7308
Web: https://evolvetherapeuticcenter.com
Located in Grundy County, approximately 50 miles southwest of Chicago and nestled next to the community of Channahon, you will find Evolve Therapeutic Center. The counselors, social workers, and psychologists at this facility specialize in a number of areas.
These include:
- School anxiety
- Social anxiety disorder
- Depression
- Bipolar disorder
- Body image issues
- Career challenges
Check with Evolve to inquire about fees and to determine what insurance they accept.
5. Wellspring Counseling
2534 Farragut Drive, Suite #2, Springfield, IL 62704
Tel: 217.953.4660
Website: http://www.wellspringcounseling-springfield.com
Located in the state capitol on Farragut Drive, just off Washington Street, you will find the offices of Wellspring Counseling. The counselors and therapists at this organization specialize in the following:
- Trauma
- Anxiety and depression
- Chronic stress
- Relationship problems
- Marital therapy
- Fears and phobias
Social Anxiety Therapy Costs
You will need to check with each facility to determine what the cost of therapy is. If you want to use your insurance, it is best to check with your provider to determine benefits.
If you are paying out of pocket, you may want to consider using a Health Savings Plan and receive potential reimbursement.
