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Social Anxiety

Social Anxiety is one of the most common Anxiety Disorders. Social anxiety is the fear of being judged and evaluated negatively by other people, which can lead to feelings of shame, inadequacy, inferiority, embarrassment, humiliation, or depression. Sometimes, people with Social Anxiety may also experience a Panic Attack.

People with social anxiety often report that they feel anxious, nervous, or uncomfortable in almost all social situations. In some cases, they may avoid being around people all together. Understandably, this adversely affects relationships and places them at risk of depression.

People with Social Anxiety often find the following situations difficult:

  • Being in groups of people
  • Being introduced to new people
  • Being teased or criticized
  • Being the center of attention
  • Being watched while doing something – eg Public Speaking
  • Meeting people in authority (“important people”)
  • Going around the room (or table) in a circle and having to say something

Social Anxiety is one of the most common Anxiety Disorders and responds very well to treatment. But, like most psychological problems involving anxiety, it rarely resolves itself when left untreated. To read about effective treatments for Social Anxiety click here.

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About Me:

 

Dr Andreas Comninos 

PhD Clinical Psychologist 
EMDRAA Accredited Practitioner | Psychology Board Approved Supervisor
 

I am a PhD Clinical Psychologist with over 15 years’ experience. My intentions are to help you to feel safe and respected, to collaborate with you to set clear treatment goals, and to facilitate an exploration of yourself and your situation in ways that regular conversations do not normally allow. Together, I hope we can discover constructive ways to improve your situation and your relationship with yourself and others.

My expertise and training draws from the latest evidenced-based ways to work with the mind, the body and all difficult emotions. My listening skills allow me to identify stuck patterns and unexpressed needs. I can help you to find new ways of responding to difficult situations, and I can help you to develop more resilience in the face of life’s challenges so you live with more meaning and purpose.

Medicare rebates are available for all Australians for up to 10 sessions each year with a GP referral and a mental health care plan. No matter where you live in Australia, Medicare rebates apply for all face-to-face and Telehealth consultations

For immediate self-help, I have written practical articles containing tools to help you with a wide-range of topics. These articles are available here. If you are new to therapy, I recommend that you read this article to help you get the most out of therapy.

I look forward to working with you.

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Dr Andreas Comninos

B.Psych (Hons), PhD (Clin Psych), MAPS, EMDRAA
PhD Clinical Psychologist
EMDRAA Accredited Practitioner 
Psychology Board Approved Supervisor 

 

Dr Andreas Comninos

PhD Clinical Psychologist
EMDRAA Accredited Practitioner 
Psychology Board Approved Supervisor 
B.Psych (Hons), PhD (ClinPsych), ACBS, MAPS
 
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About me.

I am a PhD Clinical Psychologist with over 15 years’ experience. My intentions are to help you to feel safe and respected, to collaborate with you to set clear treatment goals, and to facilitate an exploration of yourself and your situation in ways that regular conversations do not normally allow. Together, I hope we can discover constructive ways to improve your situation and your relationship with yourself and others.

My expertise and training draws from the latest evidenced-based ways to work with the mind, the body and all difficult emotions. My listening skills allow me to identify stuck patterns and unexpressed needs. I can help you to find new ways of responding to difficult situations, and I can help you to develop more resilience in the face of life’s challenges so you can live with more meaning and purpose.

Medicare rebates are available for all Australians for up to 10 sessions each year with a GP referral and a mental health care plan. No matter where you live in Australia, Medicare rebates apply for all face-to-face and Telehealth consultations

For immediate self-help, I have written practical articles containing tools to help you with a wide-range of topics. These articles are available here. If you are new to therapy, I recommend that you read this article to help you get the most out of therapy.

I look forward to working with you.

 

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