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

1. Understanding the body’s ‘Safety Mode’ and the harms of using safety behaviors
2. Cultivating acceptance and willingness to change
3. Learning exercises to relax and self-soothe

Session 2: Building Strengths to Overcome Social Anxiety Disorder (SAD)

1. Identifying your values and goals
2. Mindfulness exercise to develop a different connection with thoughts
3. Learning the strategy of Defusion to combat self-defeating thoughts

Session 3: Exposure at Your Own Pace

1. Learning to be with your anxiety
2. Understanding and applying VITAL actions with examples
3. Building your long and short term goals to overcome social anxiety

Session 4: Conclusion & Re-evaluation

1. Understanding the importance of self-compassion
2. 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.