About this episode

Emma McAdam and Dr. Deborah Dobson discuss social anxiety, its effects, and practical skills to manage it.

Social Anxiety Explained with Dr. Deborah Dobson: Why Social Anxiety Feels So Intense and the Skills That Actually Help Learn the skills to Regulate your Emotions, join the membership: https://courses.therapyinanutshell.com/membership Dr. Dobson's Book: Living Well with Social Anxiety: https://a.co/d/jgOGAHL My exposure therapy video: https://youtu.be/TYQ2qWgVJrY In this conversation, Emma McAdam and Deb Dobson explore the complexities of social anxiety, its prevalence, and the impact of avoidance on mental health. They discuss common cognitive distortions associated with social anxiety, the importance of self-compassion, and practical strategies for managing anxiety in social situations. Deb emphasizes the value of small, consistent exposure to challenging situations and the need to reframe negative thoughts. The conversation highlights the significance of recognizing one's progress and being kind to oneself throughout the journey of overcoming social anxiety. Looking for affordable online counseling? My sponsor, BetterHelp, connects you to a licensed professional from the comfort of your own home. Try it now for 10% off your first month…

People in this episode

Host: Emma McAdam

Guest: Dr. Deborah Dobson

Topics covered

• social anxiety
• mental health
• emotional regulation
• cognitive distortions
• self-compassion
• exposure therapy

Keywords

• social anxiety
• mental health
• exposure therapy
• cognitive distortions
• self-compassion

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Products: Living Well with Social Anxiety

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