NYC as Exposure Therapy for Social Anxiety
One of the most frequent reasons people seek out therapy is to address their anxiety. Anxiety can be a debilitating condition in which it feels like your anxiety runs your life. Symptoms of anxiety include racing negative thoughts, a tightening of the chest, rapid heartbeat, difficulty staying present, lightheadedness, queasiness or stomach pain, and restlessness. One of the more common forms of anxiety is social anxiety, which is when someone has outsized, persistent fears about being exposed to possible scrutiny.
I’m Queer. Should I see a Queer therapist?
Unfortunately, there are stories abound of Queer people seeking therapy, only to be met with disaffirming care, a lack of relevant knowledge, or even bigotry. These can be traumatizing experiences that discourage people from seeking further help. As a Queer person, it may seem like the only option is to find a Queer therapist, but not every therapist discloses their identities in introductory information. While finding a Queer therapist might be one avenue to feel valued and understood, I’m here to tell you that it’s not the only option and may not even be the best option for you.
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