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Jasmer Chauhan

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Social Phobia

Social phobia is a panic disorder that causes people to exhibit extreme nervousness in a variety of social situations. While being shy or nervous around people is common and normal for some, these feelings can be intensified for some people, making it near impossible for them to function in society. Elevated blood pressure and heart rate as well as other signs that are similar to those of panic attacks can appear as well, making it a tough mental disorder to deal with.

Social phobia may lead to other problems like substance abuse, as people try to self-medicate in order to relax in social situations. The appearance of excessive drug or alcohol use in social situations may point to a problem with social phobia, but there are other signs and symptoms that will appear.  To minimize the risks of this mental illness, help and treatment for social phobia is available.

Symptoms and Dangers of Social Phobia

The signs of social phobia may vary slightly from person to person, but they generally centers around an extreme nervousness in social situations. The nervousness goes well beyond normal shyness, and can cause elevated blood pressure as well as a rapid heart rate. The fears are usually unrealistic and very much unfounded, which can make them difficult for some to understand.

Some people may have so much trouble in social situations that they start to self-medicate with alcohol or other drugs so that they can relax in a social setting. In general, the feelings brought on by social phobia are so intense that they make it impossible for people to function at work, in relationships or in any social situation. Getting treatment for social phobia is important before it leads to other problems like substance abuse or other mental illnesses like major depression.

Treatment for Social Phobia

Before a panic disorder takes control of your entire life, you should consider online therapy here at Mentaline.com. We combine trained therapists who know all about social phobia with the communication abilities of the Internet to offer a comprehensive way to treat social phobia before it becomes an even bigger problem.

Anxiety and nervousness are normal human emotions, but if they are uncontrollable and affecting your ability to lead a productive, happy life, it may be a sign of something that needs attention. Here at Mentaline.com, you can find psychologists and therapists who offer the treatment for social phobia online. From practical knowledge about social phobia to practical techniques to use to deal with the symptoms to emotional support, we have quite a bit to offer.

Definition of Social Phobia

Social phobia is a constant and irrational fear of situations that may involve judgment or scrutiny by others. Social phobia is treatable with psychotherapy.

Symptoms of / Reasons for Social Phobia

  • Elevated blood pressure
  • Rapid heart rate
  • Fear of social situations
  • Nervousness
  • Substance abuse

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Claudia Martins
Claudia Martins

Claudia Martins

London | Age: 35
Psychologist , Counsellor/Therapist , Psychotherapist
About me

I am available for e-mail counseling anytime (including weekends) and will answer your email within 12 to 24 hours. I'm also available to talk on the phone or Skype, just check my calendar to book your appointment. ;-)

Specialties
    » Symptoms
    • Physical pain in one or more parts of the body
    • Long history of being sick even though a physical cause is never found
    • Chronic complaints about pain

    » Definition Somatization disorder is the continual complaining about physical symptoms when no medical condition exists to cause the symptoms, meaning they are entirely psychological in nature. A combination of therapy and counseling are helpful when dealing with somatization disorder.
    » Symptoms
    • Increasing professional knowledge
    • Overseeing professional development
    • Learning to listen to feedback from clients or patients and respond to it
    • Practicing effective communication with peers

    » Definition Supervision, as used for therapists and life coaches, is the practice of having a supervisor in order to improve the level of service offered by mentoring, coaching, and psychotherapy. While supervision has been around for a while in other fields, it is relatively new in the mental health field.
    » Symptoms
    • Chronic depressions
    • Anxiety
    • Post traumatic stress disorder
    • A severe reaction to being chastised or scolded
    • Dissociation
    • One person completely controlling another

    » Definition Emotional abuse is the repeated and purposeful exposure of one person to psychological acts of aggression by another.
    » Symptoms
    • Avoiding intimacy
    • Lack of communication
    • Stress
    • Anxiety
    • Constant arguing
    • Inability to resolve conflicts
    • Fights that last for days, weeks or months

    » Definition Relationship problems are situations and difficulties that have a negative effect on the short and long term success of an intimate relationship. Both therapy and coaching are recommended to help with learning how to better deal with all sorts of relationship problems.
    » Symptoms
    • Anxiety
    • Panic attacks
    • Detached feelings
    • Feelings that the world is unreal
    • Trembling or twitching

    » Definition Anxiety disorders are mental illnesses that affect a person's anxiety levels, leaving them unable to function in society. Psychotherapy is very useful in treatment for anxiety disorders.
    » Symptoms
    • Feeling sad everyday for more than two weeks
    • Apathy and a lack of interest in normal activities

    » Definition Depressive disorders are mental illnesses that affect the chemistry of the brain, causing people to have intense, long periods of sadness that leaves them unable to function in society. Symptoms of depressive disorders include being sad every day for more than 2 weeks or being so sad that there are suicidal thoughts. Treatment with psychotherapy can help with a variety of depressive disorders.
Prices
First session 34 GBP
Normal price (60 min.) 45 GBP
You save 11 GBP
Counseling via Skype or phone
(60 min.)
34 GBP
Radhika Iyengar
About me

By working together, using evidence based therapy recommended by NICE and used by clinicians in the NHS, your wellbeing could be improved and you may achieve things you thought were beyond your capabilities.







Specialties
    » Symptoms
    • Concentration problems
    • Bad judgment or trouble making decisions
    • Fatigue and a general decrease of energy
    • Feelings of guilt and/or worthlessness
    • Extreme pessimism
    • Insomnia
    • Excessive sleeping
    • Irritability
    • Loss of interest in sex
    • Loss of interest in life
    • Eating problems
    • Physical pains
    • Suicidal thoughts
    • Suicide attempts

    » Definition Depression is defined as a mental state that causes extreme sadness, pessimism, and a loss of interest in life. Symptoms of depression include sleep problems, uncontrollable crying, loss of interest in life, as well as other physical and mental signs. Counseling and therapy are two recommended ways to get help with depression. While depression is a normal human state of mind, when it lasts for a long time or is very intense, it may be a sign of bigger problems.
    » Symptoms
    • Nervousness
    • Feeling anxious
    • Worry

    » Definition Anxiety is a normal human emotion that allows people to deal with stressful situations. It could also be described as nervousness. For some people, existing mental problems can make anxiety levels extreme and difficult to deal with. In any case, psychotherapy is recommended for help with anxiety.
    » Symptoms
    • Obsessions
    • Compulsions
    • Irrational fears

    » Definition Obsessive-compulsive disorder is an anxiety disorder in which people become trapped in cycles of thought and action, repeating them. For some it can be a disabling mental illness that makes it hard for them to perform productively in society. OCD can be treated with psychotherapy.
    » Symptoms
    • Increasing professional knowledge
    • Overseeing professional development
    • Learning to listen to feedback from clients or patients and respond to it
    • Practicing effective communication with peers

    » Definition Supervision, as used for therapists and life coaches, is the practice of having a supervisor in order to improve the level of service offered by mentoring, coaching, and psychotherapy. While supervision has been around for a while in other fields, it is relatively new in the mental health field.
    » Symptoms
    • Inability to talk
    • Blackout - memory loss
    • Acting automatically
    • Sleeplessness
    • Irritability
    • Anger
    • Limiting of life choices
    • Hopelessness

    » Definition Trauma is damage to a person's psyche (soul, mind) as a result of a traumatic event. There are various causes of trauma, but both therapy and counseling are recommended for treatment of all trauma related problems.
    » Symptoms
    • Elevated blood pressure
    • Rapid heart rate
    • Fear of social situations
    • Nervousness
    • Substance abuse

    » Definition Social phobia is a constant and irrational fear of situations that may involve judgment or scrutiny by others. Social phobia is treatable with psychotherapy.
Prices
6 CBT Therapy Sessions for £360.
(45 min.)
360 GBP
Russell Joseph
Russell Joseph

Russell Joseph

Welling | Age: 46
Psychotherapist , Counsellor/Therapist
About me

I am a UKCP registered psychotherapist/counsellor of many years experience, providing a safe, secure space for exploration of peoples' emotional issues. Many have benefited from the counselling/psychotherapy services that I provide.

Specialties
    » Symptoms
    • Anxiety
    • Post traumatic stress disorder
    • A severe reaction to being chastised or scolded
    • Dissociation
    • One person completely controlling another
    • Unexplained marks or bruises on the body
    • Repeated injuries that cannot be explained
    • Limping, broken bones, or bruising

    » Definition Abuse is the mistreatment or harm (physical or mental) done to another person over a period of time. Therapy can help a person learn to deal with all the issues that come with long term abuse.
    » Symptoms
    • Calling in sick to work
    • Dreading going to work every day
    • Verbal lashing out at co-workers or bosses
    • Insomnia 
    • Depression
    • Anxiety
    • Substance abuse
    • Burnout or breakdown

    » Definition Work stress is an intense emotional strain caused primarily by matter with a person's job. Because having a career - or even just a job - is so important, learning to deal with work stress is important so that it does not interfere with a person's ability to do their job.
    » Symptoms
    • Anger
    • Guilt
    • Resentment

    » Definition Separation is typically a step taken before a divorce or a break-up that consists of partners living separately and not having a close, intimate relationship. Relationship therapy can help both partners deal with all the issues that come with separation.
    » Symptoms
    • Too much work
    • Too much partying
    • Stress
    • Exhaustion
    • Interpersonal problems

    » Definition Achieving a proper balance between work and life is an important method to achieve happiness. Life coaching can help a person learn techniques and principles that will help with balancing life and work.
    » Symptoms
    • Elevated blood pressure
    • Rapid heart rate
    • Fear of social situations
    • Nervousness
    • Substance abuse

    » Definition Social phobia is a constant and irrational fear of situations that may involve judgment or scrutiny by others. Social phobia is treatable with psychotherapy.
    » Symptoms
    • Nervousness
    • Feeling anxious
    • Worry

    » Definition Anxiety is a normal human emotion that allows people to deal with stressful situations. It could also be described as nervousness. For some people, existing mental problems can make anxiety levels extreme and difficult to deal with. In any case, psychotherapy is recommended for help with anxiety.
Prices
First session 60 GBP
Normal price (90 min.) 80 GBP
You save 20 GBP
Counselling / Psychotherapy Session
(90 min.)
60 GBP
Denis Gorce-Bourge
Denis Gorce-Bourge

Denis Gorce-Bourge

London
Psychotherapist , Coach
About me

I am a Psychotherapist, Life Coach, Trainer and Author.

With 15 years experience in the field, I help people with their private and professional life.

Specialties
    » Symptoms
    • Learning to delegate
    • Stress from too much work
    • When to delegate tasks
    • How to best delegate tasks

    » Definition Delegation skills enable a manager to get more done by giving responsibilities and tasks to other people. Business coaching can help a person learn to delegate better, which can help them achieve more in their career.
    » Symptoms
    • Avoiding family members
    • Frustration
    • Inability to relax
    • Quick meals together
    • Everyone in the house isolated in their room
    • A constant sense of urgency

    » Definition Family stress is a negative emotional state of mind that is caused by family problems. Whether it's parental trouble, fighting with siblings or many other issues, families are sometimes one of the biggest causes of stress in the modern world. Therapy can help a person learn to control stress caused by their family.
    » Symptoms
    • Anxiety related to schoolwork and exacerbated by tests or papers and deadlines
    • Repeated headaches or stomachaches
    • Trouble sleeping
    • Reluctance to go to school or deal with any academic subjects

    » Definition Stress caused by school deadlines and exams are anxieties related to school and deadlines that many teens struggle with throughout their high school lives.
    » Symptoms
    • Nonverbal communication skills
    • Verbal communication skills
    • Public speaking
    • Making the sale or negotiation
    • Managing time
    • Starting a business
    • Improving performance
    • Being a better manager

    » Definition Business coaching is counseling that is directed toward helping a person achieve more in the business world. There are many specific areas that a business coach can help, but business coaching is recommended for those who want to accomplish more in their career.
    » Symptoms Shock and disbelief upon hearing the initial diagnosis
    Denial of the reality of the situation
    Anger and a sense of profound injustice
    Fear of the future
    Guilt, relief, and resentment from the spouse

    » Definition Dealing with a spouse who has a terminal illness is the emotional experience of trying to cope with the reality of prematurely losing your spouse due to an unexpected and ultimately fatal disease.
    » Symptoms
    • Looking at the big picture
    • Putting the pieces together as goals
    • Motivation
    • Burnout

    » Definition Defining a career strategy and goals are techniques used by career coaches to help a person achieve all they can whatever their job might be. Career coaching can help a person identify long range strategy while also preparing smaller and easily achievable tasks.
Prices
Psychotherapy
(45 min.)
69 GBP
Lelia Galis
Lelia Galis

Lelia Galis

London
Psychotherapist
About me

Lelia strongly believes in a holistic approach to human health and on the importance of psychological well-being in the prevention and treatment of diseases.

Specialties
    » Symptoms
    • Nervousness
    • Feeling anxious
    • Worry

    » Definition Anxiety is a normal human emotion that allows people to deal with stressful situations. It could also be described as nervousness. For some people, existing mental problems can make anxiety levels extreme and difficult to deal with. In any case, psychotherapy is recommended for help with anxiety.
    » Symptoms
    • Anxiety
    • Panic attacks
    • Detached feelings
    • Feelings that the world is unreal
    • Trembling or twitching

    » Definition Anxiety disorders are mental illnesses that affect a person's anxiety levels, leaving them unable to function in society. Psychotherapy is very useful in treatment for anxiety disorders.
    » Symptoms
    • Sleep problems
    • Hopelessness
    • Low self-esteem
    • Bad eating habits
    • Fatigue

    » Definition Mood disorders are mental illnesses that center around chemical imbalances in the brain that cause emotional problems with depression, mania, or a combination of both. Symptoms of mood disorders include feelings of hopelessness, sleep troubles and other problems. Treatment with psychotherapy is helpful for dealing with a variety of mood disorders.
    » Symptoms
    • Concentration problems
    • Bad judgment or trouble making decisions
    • Fatigue and a general decrease of energy
    • Feelings of guilt and/or worthlessness
    • Extreme pessimism
    • Insomnia
    • Excessive sleeping
    • Irritability
    • Loss of interest in sex
    • Loss of interest in life
    • Eating problems
    • Physical pains
    • Suicidal thoughts
    • Suicide attempts

    » Definition Depression is defined as a mental state that causes extreme sadness, pessimism, and a loss of interest in life. Symptoms of depression include sleep problems, uncontrollable crying, loss of interest in life, as well as other physical and mental signs. Counseling and therapy are two recommended ways to get help with depression. While depression is a normal human state of mind, when it lasts for a long time or is very intense, it may be a sign of bigger problems.
Prices
First session 68 GBP
Normal price (60 min.) 90 GBP
You save 23 GBP
HYPNOTHERAPY
(60 min.)
68 GBP
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There are several types of psychologists, but most of them aim to treat people in crisis.
Hypnotherapist is a therapist, who works with your own internal resources and capabilities through deep relaxation.
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A counsellor is a person, who gives advice, but is non directive.
Occupational therapist’s focus on enhancing people’s ability to perform activities of daily life, be it physically or mentally.
Psychotherapy is a 'talking' therapy, helping to overcome emotional & behavioral anxieties
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