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Social Anxiety in Madrid — Overcome Social Phobia

Avoiding meetings, trembling before speaking, feeling like everyone is judging you… The anxiety Social anxiety isn't just shyness—it's a real problem that can be solved. At MadridPsicoterapia, we're here to help you.

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Social Phobia

What Is Social Anxiety and Why You Shouldn't Keep Avoiding Life

The disorder of anxiety social, also known as social phobia, goes far beyond shyness. It is a an intense and persistent fear of being judged, negatively evaluated, or humiliated in everyday situations: speaking at a work meeting, ordering something at a restaurant, having a conversation with strangers, or simply walking down the street feeling like everyone’s eyes are on you.

If you live in Madrid and feel that the anxiety If social pressures are influencing your decisions (you turn down plans, avoid promotions, and isolate yourself more and more), it's important to know that You're not alone. According to recent epidemiological data, among the 7% and 13% of the population in Spain experience this disorder at some point in their lives. Many of these people take years to seek help because they mistake their suffering for “just being that way” or for a extreme shyness that they believe are impossible to change.

The clinical reality is different: social phobia responds very well to psychological treatment. The fear of public speaking, anticipatory anxiety before social events or the need to mentally “rehearse” every conversation are signs that the anxiety in social situations It's seriously limiting your quality of life, your relationships, and your professional growth. It's not about becoming the most outgoing person in the room, but rather about being able to to choose freely without letting fear make decisions for you.

Test of anxiety social

Validated Scale · Mini-SPIN

Social Anxiety Test

3 questions · immediate results · based on the Mini-SPIN (Connor et al., 2001)

The Mini-SPIN It is an internationally validated screening questionnaire. With just 3 questions, it detects social anxiety disorder with a sensitivity of 89% and a specificity of 90%. A score of ≥ 6 indicates probable social phobia.
Instructions: Indicate to what extent each statement describes your experience over the past week.
Question 1 of 3
I'm afraid he'll embarrass me in front of other people
Question 2 of 3
I avoid talking to people I don't know because I'm afraid of being embarrassed
Question 3 of 3
I get anxious in situations where I might be embarrassed in front of others
0/ 12

This test is a screening tool, not a clinical diagnosis. Consult a mental health professional for a comprehensive evaluation.

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How much do the sessions cost?

Individual Therapy

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  • Weekly sessions*
  • Online and In-Person Services **

Balance Bonus

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Why Choose Us

Why choose MadridPsicoterapia to treat your anxiety?

Licensed and Specialized Psychologists

Our Team consists of licensed health psychologists at the COP in Madrid, with specialized training and proven experience in the treatment of disorders of anxiety. We work with professional rigor and stay up to date on the latest scientific developments to provide you with the best possible care.

Evidence-Based Therapies

We use a variety of approaches, such as cognitive-behavioral therapy, ACT, exposure and emotional regulation techniques, and third-generation therapies, among others, because we believe you deserve treatment for anxiety that has proven its effectiveness in rigorous clinical research—not fads or empty promises.

Personalized Treatment Plan

We don't follow rigid protocols. After a detailed initial evaluation, we design a treatment plan tailored to your specific situation, your goals, and your schedule. Because we understand that everyone experiences the anxiety in a unique way, and the approach must respect that uniqueness.

Central location in Chamberí

Our office is located at 141 Santa Engracia Street, in the Chamberí neighborhood, with excellent metro and bus connections. We also offer treatment for anxiety in Chamberí, both in person and online for those who prefer the convenience of joining from home.

Compassionate and non-judgmental support

We know that taking the step to ask for help isn’t always easy. That’s why at MadridPsicoterapia you’ll find a warm, confidential, and judgment-free space where you are our top priority. We’re committed to supporting you with honesty, empathy, and absolute respect for your journey.

Prices with no surprises and no pressure

Making decisions is also part of the process.

We offer you an initial session—either online or in person—so we can get to know each other.

From there, you should only continue if you feel you've established a connection with the professional you've met. The rest of the process is flexible, tWe explain how it works and the terms and conditions starting with the first session. No monthly fees, no long-term commitments, and fixed prices per session.

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Couples Therapy

65

Therapy for couples

65

It's not how many, it's how

People who started individual therapy with us in Madrid

Juana, Carlos, Rocío, Almudena… We don't like to talk about numbers. We help real people with real names in real-life situations. It could be your neighbor, a friend, a mother, a coworker, your child… every name holds a different story. And every story deserves to be truly heard.

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions About Anxiety and Its Treatment in Madrid

We know that many questions may arise before starting therapy. Here, we answer the most common questions we receive from people who contact our clinic.

No. Shyness is a personality trait that does not necessarily cause distress or interfere with functioning. Social anxiety (social phobia) is a clinical disorder: the fear of being judged negatively is so intense that it leads to avoidance of social situations, intense anticipatory anxiety, and significant impairment in work, relationships, or daily life. Shyness can be uncomfortable; social phobia is debilitating.
The most common ones include speaking in public or in front of groups, striking up conversations, eating or drinking in front of others, meeting new people, attending meetings or social events, and situations where one might be watched (signing a document in front of someone, writing, performing). The severity varies: some people fear only situations involving public performance, while others fear virtually any social interaction.
For many people, the condition does not improve without treatment, and it may even worsen because avoidance reinforces the fear. “Forcing” oneself to be exposed without a strategy can be counterproductive. Cognitive-behavioral therapy—which combines restructuring negative social beliefs with gradual exposure and social skills training—has proven effectiveness and long-lasting results.
Standard CBT protocols for social phobia last 12–16 sessions. The first changes are usually noticeable by weeks 4–6. Gradual exposure to feared situations is the central component: at MadridPsicoterapia, we design personalized exposure hierarchies and guide the process in a structured way, both during and outside of sessions.

Starting therapy is an important step. Having a safe and professional space can make all the difference when it comes to exploring your emotions, thoughts, and behaviors, helping you cope with challenges, or fostering your personal growth.

The process is simple—we'll guide you every step of the way and conduct an initial assessment to assign you to the psychologist in Madrid that best suits your needs and goals. If the professional is the right fit for you, you'll begin a process together of personalized individual therapy, tailored to your needs and adapted to your pace.

Both work just as well. Choose the one that's most comfortable or practical for you. Some people prefer to leave the house and go to a specific place, while others prefer to log in from their couch. You can also mix and match depending on what works best for you each week or switch things up. 

Of course, for the online session, we ask that you be in a quiet place where no one will disturb you for 50 minutes, have a device with a camera and microphone (computer, tablet, or cell phone), and a reliable Wi-Fi connection. That's all.

We try to make everything easy. The price of an individual psychology session is 55 euros for consultations year-round. No matter where you are.

Once you feel that the professional relationship is working, you can choose the balance bonus and save 20% of the cost of the sessions. Appointments can be scheduled individually.

The best way is to try it out. That’s why we offer a free initial session where you can get to know us, tell us what’s going on with you, and see if you feel comfortable with us. There’s no obligation—just a conversation from a different perspective. Many people come in without being sure if they need therapy, and that first session helps them decide or begin to define their treatment needs.

We don't use a one-size-fits-all approach. Our individual therapy in Madrid tailors our approach to you: to your personality, your situation, and your goals. You don’t have to adapt to our way of working—we’re the ones who make that effort. 

During the first free session, you’ll meet the professional you’d be working with. It’s important that you have a good connection and feel heard. If, after that first session, you feel like it’s not the right fit for you, we can refer you to another team member. That’s okay—it’s normal. In therapy, that’s called “transference.” 

You tell us what brought you here, what’s on your mind, or what you’d like to change. We’ll ask you a few questions to better understand your situation. We’ll address your concerns. And we’ll assess whether therapy can help you and what the process would look like. You’ll leave with a clear idea of what to expect and a framework for moving forward.

Because before you spend any money, we want you to get to know us and be sure that this is what you're looking for. It's an opportunity for both of us: you see if you feel comfortable, and we assess whether we can help you. And then we each make our own decision.

There is no set answer. It will depend on the assessment made by the team member. However, it is always recommended—at least at the beginning—to have one psychotherapy session per week.

Some people need more intensity than others; others need flexibility and more space. Every person is different, and so is the treatment. 

We work with most psychological issues: anxiety in its various forms, depression, trauma, grief, eating disorders, OCD, addictions, self-esteem issues, relationship conflicts, family difficulties… If you’re not sure whether your situation falls within the scope of what we do, just ask us. We’ll honestly tell you whether we can help you or if we need to refer you to another resource.

It might feel a little strange at first, yes. But most people get used to it right away. At the end of the day, it's just a conversation, and what matters is what's said, not the medium. Many people even prefer online conversations because they feel more relaxed in their own space.

Whenever you want. You're not tied to a specific format. If you start online and then decide you’d rather come in, or vice versa, that’s no problem. We’re located in the center of Madrid, in the Chamberí neighborhood. Of course, you’d need to talk to the professional treating you to discuss this in detail. 

There's no standard answer. Some people need just a few sessions to resolve a specific issue, while others go through a longer process. During the first session, we'll give you a rough idea based on your situation, but that's just what it is—a rough idea.

It's usual to come once a week, especially at first. Later on, you can space out your sessions to every two weeks. But it also depends on your schedule and what you're working on. You can decide this with your therapist. We'll see how it goes.

We don't work directly with insurance companies, but we'll provide you with an invoice so you can submit it to your insurance provider if they offer reimbursement. Check with your insurance provider to see if they cover individual therapy sessions with private psychologists in Madrid.

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