Social Anxiety at Workplace – Online Therapy for NRIs by Ms. Ritika Dhall

In professional settings, confidence and clear communication are often seen as marks of success. Business owners, managers, entrepreneurs, and high-performing professionals are expected to speak confidently in meetings, lead presentations, and manage feedback seamlessly. Yet, many silently struggle with social anxiety at workplace, a condition that can hold back career growth, affect team dynamics, and drain personal well-being.

Social anxiety at workplace is more than shyness. It can manifest as fear of speaking in meetings, anxiety during presentations, fear of receiving feedback or criticism, communication anxiety symptoms, and low workplace confidence. Left unchecked, it can impact performance, leadership, and overall professional satisfaction.

Fortunately, with professional counseling, structured therapy, and evidence-based techniques, this anxiety can be managed effectively. Ms. Ritika Dhall, Senior Counseling Psychologist at Lyfsmile, has helped countless professionals across Gurgaon, Delhi, and Noida overcome workplace social anxiety and regain confidence.

If you are experiencing similar challenges, you can book an appointment with Ms. Ritika Dhall at Lyfsmile and begin your journey toward a confident and stress-free professional life. You can easily connect with her through online counseling from the comfort of your home or opt for offline sessions based on your preference. Personalized support is available to help you manage workplace social anxiety effectively.

Struggling With Social Anxiety at Work? Here’s What It Means

Social anxiety at workplace is a psychological condition where individuals experience intense fear or nervousness in professional interactions. This can include:

• Fear of speaking in meetings

• Anxiety during presentations or public speaking

• Fear of receiving feedback and criticism

• Difficulty expressing ideas due to communication anxiety symptoms

• Reduced workplace confidence and hesitation in leadership roles

Expert counseling and structured therapy from Lyfsmile psychologists, like Ms. Ritika Dhall, can help professionals regain confidence, overcome fear, and improve workplace performance.

Actual Case Examples by Mrs. Ritika Dhall

Case 1 – Gurgaon: Manager Struggling with Presentations

A senior manager from Gurgaon avoided leading presentations due to overwhelming fear of making mistakes. Every meeting caused racing thoughts, sweating, and panic.

Therapies Used: 

• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): Restructured negative thought patterns about public speaking.

• Mindfulness Techniques: Reduced physiological anxiety before meetings.

• Gradual Exposure: Introduced small practice sessions before large meetings.

Outcome: Within weeks, the manager confidently led team presentations and reported reduced nervousness.

If you face similar challenges, you can book an appointment with Ms. Ritika Dhall at Lyfsmile for personalised counseling.

Case 2 – Noida: Entrepreneur Avoiding Client Calls

A budding entrepreneur in Noida struggled with fear of feedback and criticism. He avoided client calls and proposals due to intense anxiety.

Therapies Used:

• Role-Playing: Simulated client conversations to reduce anticipatory anxiety.

• Cognitive Restructuring: Changed perceptions of criticism from threatening to constructive.

• Mindfulness & Relaxation: Helped control stress during calls.

Outcome: The entrepreneur gradually handled client interactions without panic, improving business confidence and relationships.

Online & Offline Counseling Options

Offline Counseling:
Face-to-face sessions allow deep engagement, structured therapy, and better observation of non-verbal cues. Ideal for professionals with severe social anxiety symptoms.

Online Counseling:
Perfect for busy entrepreneurs or managers, online sessions maintain therapy effectiveness while saving time. Confidential, flexible, and structured to match professional schedules.

Both formats follow the same clinical standards and proven therapeutic techniques to reduce social anxiety at the workplace.

👉Schedule your session with Ms. Ritika Dhall at Lyfsmile today to receive personalized guidance for managing workplace social anxiety.

Why Professionals and NRIs Choose Online Therapy for Social Anxiety at Workplace

For many professionals—especially NRIs, entrepreneurs, and senior managers—workplace social anxiety often goes untreated due to time constraints, confidentiality concerns, and hesitation to seek in-person help. This is where online therapy for social anxiety at workplace becomes a practical and effective solution.

Online counseling allows professionals to work on communication anxiety, fear of speaking in meetings, and presentation anxiety without disrupting demanding schedules. Sessions are conducted in a private, secure environment, making it easier to open up about workplace fears without judgment.

At Lyfsmile, Ms. Ritika Dhall provides structured online therapy specifically designed for working professionals and NRIs who face workplace social anxiety across global corporate environments.

Online therapy is ideal if you:

• Work in a high-pressure corporate or leadership role

• Are an NRI or frequently travel for work

• Experience anxiety during meetings, presentations, or feedback calls

• Prefer confidential, flexible mental health support

• Want therapy aligned with professional goals, not generic counseling

Through online therapy, professionals learn practical tools to manage anxiety in real workplace situations—client calls, leadership meetings, performance reviews, and presentations.

Conclusion

Social anxiety at the workplace is a common challenge among entrepreneurs, managers, and professionals. Fear of speaking, anxiety during presentations, and workplace confidence issues can silently impact performance, relationships, and career growth.

With structured counseling, evidence-based techniques, and personalized support from expert psychologists like Ms. Ritika Dhall at Lyfsmile, professionals can regain confidence, improve communication, and thrive in their work environment.

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Take the first step toward calmer, more confident professional interactions.

Faqs 

1. What is social anxiety at the workplace?

Social anxiety at the workplace is the fear of being judged, criticized, or embarrassed during professional interactions such as meetings, presentations, or feedback discussions, leading to stress, avoidance, and reduced confidence.

2. How do I know if I have social anxiety at the workplace?

You may have social anxiety if you fear speaking in meetings, feel anxious during presentations, overthink conversations, avoid feedback, or experience communication anxiety symptoms like sweating, shaky voice, or mental blocks.

3. Why do I feel anxious while speaking in meetings?

Fear of speaking in meetings usually comes from fear of judgment, low self-confidence, or past negative experiences. Anxiety increases in professional settings where performance and evaluation feel constant.

4. Can social anxiety affect my career growth?

Yes. Untreated social anxiety at the workplace can lead to workplace confidence issues, avoidance of leadership opportunities, difficulty networking, and reduced professional visibility.

5. Is anxiety during presentations a sign of social anxiety?

Occasional nervousness is normal, but intense or persistent anxiety during presentations that causes avoidance, physical symptoms, or emotional distress may indicate workplace social anxiety. 

6. How does fear of feedback and criticism increase workplace anxiety?

Fear of feedback and criticism makes individuals interpret comments as personal failure rather than growth, leading to stress, overthinking, and avoidance of communication.

7. Can social anxiety at the workplace affect work life balance?

Yes. Workplace social anxiety often overlaps with work life balance anxiety, causing people to replay interactions at home, feel mentally exhausted, and struggle to disconnect from work.

8. How can therapy help with social anxiety at the workplace?

Therapy for social anxiety helps individuals manage fear of judgment, improve communication skills, reduce anxiety symptoms, and build workplace confidence through structured, evidence-based techniques.

9. Should I consult a psychologist in India for workplace social anxiety?

Yes. A qualified psychologist in India can help address workplace-specific anxiety using personalized therapy approaches while understanding professional and cultural pressures.

10. How does Lyfsmile help with social anxiety therapy?

Lyfsmile provides best therapists and online social anxiety therapy through experienced psychologists in India, offering confidential sessions, flexible scheduling, and personalized treatment plans.