Social Anxiety Treatment

In a second pattern, people who are deeply discouraged, their life is not as they had thought and believed that their age no longer allows them many opportunities. Their emotional and social life is the central axis of their dissatisfaction. They are afraid of being criticized or judged negatively by others in their surroundings. The way to “solve” this is to get away, isolate themselves, avoid the social contacts that make them feel so bad. The result is that their well-being decreases by not having relationships, social and intimate contacts that are so important for the self-esteem and satisfaction of anyone. Again, a loop needs to be broken.

Our next pattern tells us about the relationship with the opposite sex. The person starts a new job where most colleagues are of the opposite sex. They have breakfast in a small “office environment” or similar that requires close communication, and it is also a company that has a working model where everyone is on the same open floor without compartments that separate them. Every work morning represents torture, sweats, acting awkward, talking excessively, or not saying anything. Again, social anxiety is now pertaining to sex.

Another pattern has to do with adolescents. In this individual example, we have an absolutely brilliant boy with high academic achievements. He is an intelligent, creative boy, eager to learn, with diverse interests, somewhat shy, and very kind. However, he spends most of his recesses alone reading a book in the yard or staying in class.

You may tell yourself that you don’t like to play, that you prefer to read, that you are a “loner,” that you are better off this way. But if we dig a little deeper, we will discover that after this self-imposed isolation, there is fear, fear that colleagues will reject him, fear of not being accepted as he is. Social Anxiety Disorder is one of the most frequent psychological disorders in childhood and youth (García-López, Piqueras, Díaz-Castela, 2008). Detecting it and dealing with it is essential. If a child or adolescent or an adult frees themselves from their social fears, it can change the course of their life.

This last example of a pattern of social anxiety has to do with a pattern that is also very frequent. The person is successful at work, and their career has been brilliant, with excellent projection and results. They are a person with good social skills, but there is a problem that does not allow them to feel good, satisfied, or satisfied, which causes enormous suffering and anxiety. The great need for approval from others leads to a perfectionism that is hardly sustainable for anyone. This level of self-demand is exhausting, and one lives in a permanent state of dissatisfaction and self-criticism.

It is crucial to detect and understand Social Anxiety or Social Phobia. There are techniques we can implement to deal with it, but without a doubt, if we find ourselves unable to do it alone, it is convenient to have help.

At La Jolla Recovery, we can provide a program to attend to your mental health needs specific to your background and culture and make sure that untreated anxiety can be addressed in a supportive, inspiring, and safe environment. If coming from out of state to San Diego, such as New York or Texas, we can accommodate the travel and make sure the transition is smooth and cared for in a humanized and caring fashion.

At La Jolla Recovery, we believe in the science of therapy such as CBT, DBT, and ACT, among other powerful therapies, including medication-assisted treatment when needed for reduced relapses and severe lapses of mental health. Suppose you or your loved one’s mental health is being affected by a dual diagnosis such as alcoholism or addiction to drugs such as heroin or benzodiazepines such as Xanax. In that case, we can attend to both in parallel.

These therapeutic approaches are tailored to address each individual’s unique patterns of thought, emotion, and behavior. To further enhance our care, we provide medication-assisted treatment (MAT) when clinically indicated, ensuring a holistic approach that minimizes the risk of relapses while improving long-term recovery outcomes. Our team is committed to utilizing every available mental health and addiction treatment tool to facilitate sustainable healing for our clients.

Suppose you or your loved one is navigating the challenges of dual diagnoses, such as co-occurring substance use disorders involving alcohol or drugs like heroin or benzodiazepines (e.g., Xanax). In that case, we specialize in addressing both conditions simultaneously. Dual diagnoses present unique challenges that require an integrated approach to care. With our expertise in treating complex instances in which mental health concerns overlap with substance dependence, we create individualized recovery plans that ensure neither condition is overlooked.

At La Jolla Recovery, we are equipped with the knowledge, experience, and compassionate support needed to help you regain stability and reclaim your life from the grips of addiction and mental health struggles. You’re not alone—our doors are always open to walk alongside you on this journey toward healing and hope.