Engage in open discussions, interactive activities, and expert-led sessions that explore practical strategies for managing social anxiety.
Workshop Format (Activity-led Approach)
Session 1: Understanding the Roots of My Social Anxiety
- Understanding the body’s ‘Safety Mode’ and the harms of using safety behaviors
- Cultivating acceptance and willingness to change
- Learning exercises to relax and self-soothe
Session 2: Building Strengths to Overcome Social Anxiety Disorder (SAD)
- Identifying your values and goals
- Mindfulness exercise to develop a different connection with thoughts
- Learning the strategy of Defusion to combat self-defeating thoughts
Session 3: Exposure at Your Own Pace
- Learning to be with your anxiety
- Understanding and applying VITAL actions with examples
- Building your long and short term goals to overcome social anxiety
Session 4: Conclusion & Re-evaluation
- Understanding the importance of self-compassion
- Revisiting goals and summarizing the journey
Please Note: The session topics, order, and other details may be subject to change based on the needs and preferences of the group members and facilitators.
