Social Anxiety

Everything Willow Labs has written about Social Anxiety, drawn from CBT, ACT, IFS and other evidence-based approaches. Practical, no fluff, with the techniques therapists actually use.

2 articles

AI Therapy for Social Anxiety: Does Practicing With a Bot Work?

AI therapy for social anxiety lets you rehearse the conversations you dread with zero risk of judgment. Here's what it's genuinely good for, and where it falls short.

Jul 9, 2026

Anxiety · 8 min

Social Anxiety Explained: Why People Feel It and How to Ease Into Connection

Social anxiety is the fear of being judged, watched, or found lacking by other people. Here is why it happens and how to ease back into connection.

Jun 20, 2026