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Is social anxiety negatively affecting your relationships and causing you to avoid social interactions?

Many people feel anxious in social situations, where they feel they might be judged or embarrassed. Agoraphobia is a more extreme form of social anxiety where people fear having an anxiety or panic attack around other people and losing control of their body and emotions. No matter what kind of social anxiety you are experiencing, you’ll be glad to know that there is help available.

Whether you are located in downtown Palm Desert, the suburbs of Palm Desert, other nearby places such as Indio, Coachella, or anywhere else in California, Mental Health Match can help you easily find an experienced therapist or counselor who best meets your needs.

Symptoms of Social Anxiety Disorder

If you’re not sure whether you are dealing with social anxiety, this section will help. It is very normal to feel nervous in some social situations, but people with social anxiety disorder feel a great sense of fear and self-consciousness in everyday interactions, like working around coworkers, going to the store, or riding public transportation.

Here are some symptoms you may experience in everyday social situations if you have social anxiety:

  • Trembling, shaking, or tense muscles
  • Quick shallow breaths that leave you feeling lightheaded
  • An upset stomach or nausea
  • A racing heart

These symptoms may be felt in anticipation of a social situation, during, or afterward. If you experience symptoms like these, you could benefit from seeing a therapist.

If you think you may be suffering from social anxiety, read licensed therapist Alexandra Lambeth’s tips for coping with irrational thoughts, fear, and anxiety.

The Time is Now: See a Social Anxiety Therapist Today!

A social anxiety therapist can help reduce your anxiety and teach you coping skills so you can move forward feeling more confident and carefree. Mental Health Match can quickly match you with a professional therapist in your area. Start by browsing experts below or by using our free therapist matching tool.

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Work together to decide the aims of therapy. At each session, a portion of the time will be set aside to see how the client feels about progress. Goals are modified as needed.


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Work together to decide the aims of therapy. At each session, a portion of the time will be set aside to see how the client feels about progress. Goals are modified as needed.

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I utilize a variety of interventions to tailor the therapy to the client which are Solution-Focused Therapy, Existential, REBT, CBT, and Structural Family Therapy. I look to help discover healthier forms of communication skills.

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I am open and curious about what makes you, you. No topics are off the table. I have helped clients determine a field of study, re-enter society after years of substance use, reconnect with a partner after a deployment, and learn to manage anxiety.


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I am open and curious about what makes you, you. No topics are off the table. I have helped clients determine a field of study, re-enter society after years of substance use, reconnect with a partner after a deployment, and learn to manage anxiety.

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When you enter a session I hope you feel excited to dive in. My goal is to sit in the passenger seat and help you navigate the path forward. We can highlight alternative routes and point out perspectives you may have missed along the way.

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  • Anxiety Disorders
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Explore patterns of self-defeating thoughts-beliefs-actions to uncover their roots. Learn to set clear boundaries and respond in healthy ways. Improve your self-esteem to make better life choices. Manage anxiety to be more productive&engaged in life.


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Explore patterns of self-defeating thoughts-beliefs-actions to uncover their roots. Learn to set clear boundaries and respond in healthy ways. Improve your self-esteem to make better life choices. Manage anxiety to be more productive&engaged in life.

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With compassion and non-judgment we will focus on the problems that are important to you. Therapy is tailored for your needs using a holistic approach that takes into account mind, body, and spirit. This is a safe space to talk about what is hurting.

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Weprovide therapeutic services to individuals, couples, children, adolescents and families. Some of our specialties include depression, anxiety, behavioral issues, marital conflicts, trauma, intersecting identities, and LGBTQIA+ related issues


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Weprovide therapeutic services to individuals, couples, children, adolescents and families. Some of our specialties include depression, anxiety, behavioral issues, marital conflicts, trauma, intersecting identities, and LGBTQIA+ related issues

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Therapists in my group practice come from a warm and compassionate place. We meet you where you are. Your experience is unique and should be treated as such.

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  • Depressive Disorders
  • Grief
  • Hispanics
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Melissa Gentry
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Together, we will explore emotions, relationships, self-care, and personal empowerment. We will create a plan to help support both your personal and relationship goals so you can live the life of your dreams.


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Together, we will explore emotions, relationships, self-care, and personal empowerment. We will create a plan to help support both your personal and relationship goals so you can live the life of your dreams.

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I teach practical tools & skills to help patients overcome anxiety & stress. I specialize in Hypnotherapy, EMDR, Neuropsychology, Mindfulness, Couples, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), relationships & intimacy.

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