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Social anxiety Support Group

Social anxiety Support Group

A therapist-led 4-session workshop to manage social anxiety, boost confidence, and connect with others who understand. 

Take this quiz to understand how social anxiety may be affecting your daily life.

Starts 30th September, 2026

4 Zoom sessions | Every Wednesday at 8:00 PM IST | 75 minutes

Confidential | Small group, 6-8 people

Group Type: Workshop (Activity-led Approach)

Includes 3 Free Peer Calls*

Led by Therapist

Rs. 199.00
Rs. 199.00
Starts 30th Sep Booked out
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Who is the Group for?

  • Struggling in Social Settings

    When simple interactions (introductions, meetings, small talk) feel overwhelming.

  • Fear of Judgment

    If constant worry about what others think stops you from speaking or showing up.

  • Avoidance & Isolation

    When you avoid gatherings, calls, or opportunities out of anxiety.

  • Ready for Change

    If you want coping tools, safe practice, and the support of others who get it.

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What it's like to have Social Anxiety?

Social anxiety is more than shyness. It’s an intense fear of judgment or embarrassment that can interfere with everyday life. Common signs include:

• Blushing, sweating, trembling, or stammering in social situations.
• Rapid heartbeats or panic attacks before/during interactions.
• Overthinking conversations or avoiding them entirely.
• Feeling like others are constantly scrutinizing you.

While introversion and shyness are personality traits, social anxiety is a mental health condition that can impact work, relationships, and overall well-being.

20 % time
Sharing & Reflection
Spent on sharing personal experiences, reflecting & hearing from others.
40 % time
Psychoeducation / Therapist Input
Spent on key concepts, frameworks & examples.
40 % time
Skills / Exercises / Application
Spent on learning & practising specific coping tools/ strategies.
200 +
Past participants
Number of people who have attended this group in the past
35 +
Batches run
Number of batches of this support group completed till now.

Glimpse of the regime

Session 1: Understanding my social anxiety

Sharing & Reflection: Share one social situation that triggers anxiety for you, with kindness rather than judgment.

Psychoeducation / Therapist Input: What social anxiety is and the cycle of thoughts, feelings, body sensations & behaviours that keep it going.

Skill / Exercise / Application: Identify your personal trigger situations and the outcomes you fear in them; notice your own safety behaviours and self-focused attention.

Key Takeaway: Understanding the cycle of social anxiety, including triggers, anxious thoughts, physical sensations, safety behaviours, and self-focused attention.

Session 2: Understanding the inner critic

Sharing & Reflection: Share a self-critical rule you’ve noticed and how it feels to hold it at a little distance.

Psychoeducation / Therapist Input: How self-critical thoughts, shame and rigid “social rules” get activated in social situations, and what cognitive defusion means.

Skill / Exercise / Application: Catch a recurring self-critical thought and practice observing it as “just a thought,” not a fact. Name a personal value you want to live by socially.

Key Takeaway: Recognising self-critical thoughts, shame, and rigid social rules, and learning to view these thoughts with greater distance rather than treating them as facts.

Session 3: Navigating Social Anxiety

Sharing & Reflection: Share what you tried, what you predicted would happen, and what actually happened.

Psychoeducation / Therapist Input: How avoidance gives short-term relief but keeps anxiety going long-term; what a fear hierarchy is.

Skill / Exercise / Application: Build your personal fear hierarchy and try one small behavioural experiment/approach step this week.

Key Takeaway: Understanding how avoidance maintains social anxiety and learning to approach feared situations through gradual, values-based behavioural experiments.

Session 4: Integrating and Moving Forward

Sharing & Reflection: Share your maintenance plan and one intention going forward.

Psychoeducation / Therapist Input: How to spot early signs anxiety/avoidance is creeping back; principles of a maintenance plan.

Skill / Exercise / Application: Write your individualised coping/maintenance plan and pick one small, values-based social goal to keep practicing.

Key Takeaway: Recognising early signs of anxiety and avoidance, strengthening coping strategies, and developing a personalised plan to maintain progress and continue valued social engagement.

Meet your Facilitator

Naina Arora

Naina Arora is a Clinical Psychologist with over 7 years of experience working with children, adolescents, and adults, with a primary focus on adults up to the age of 45. She takes a warm, person-centred, trauma-informed, and collaborative approach to therapy, believing that each individual's experiences are unique and that therapy should be thoughtfully tailored to their needs.

She follows an eclectic and integrative therapeutic framework, drawing from evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Schema Therapy, Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT), Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), and attachment-based interventions. She is also trained in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) for couples.

Naina is committed to creating a safe, compassionate, and non-judgmental space where clients feel genuinely heard, understood, and supported. She works collaboratively with individuals and couples to process difficult experiences, strengthen emotional well-being, and foster meaningful, lasting change.

Interested in multiple groups?

If you plan to join more than one group this year, this is the most cost-effective way to do it.

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FAQs

What are SoulUp Groups?

At SoulUp, you'll meet people who get what you're going through and might be living some of the same realities. People looking for extraordinary conversations, just like you.

✔️ Small group, 6-8 people

✔️ Every meeting led by a world-class facilitator

✔️ Weekly 75-minute online video sessions

How is confidentiality maintained in Groups?

Confidentiality in Support Groups is maintained using secure meeting links and enabling waiting rooms to control participant access. Participants are bound by mutual confidentiality clause within the group. and sessions are not recorded without explicit consent.

Are Group sessions done on video?

Yes, all group sessions are conducted on video via Zoom.

While participants are allowed to use pseudonyms - they need to be on video to make the most of the session.

What is SoulUp's refund policy on Groups?

1. After you have registered for the group and you'd like to opt out:
- Full refund if you cancel 30 days before the group start date.
- 50% refund if you cancel 16-30 days before the group start date.
- No refund if you cancel 0-15 days before the group start date.

2. If SoulUp cancels a group, we will refund the entire signup fee.

3. If SoulUp reschedules a group by more than 2 weeks, we will inform you and give you an option to opt out and get a full refund.

4. SoulUp reserves the right to remove participants from a group if found unsuitable to the group. In such cases participants are given the option of claiming the pro-rata amount left as a refund or using it for another service on SoulUp.

Can I use multiple discounts while signing up for a group?

You can use only 1 type discount while signing up for a group. Cash backs cannot be coupled with discounts either.

* Are FREE Peer calls available to everyone who signs-up for this group?

You can book 3 Peer calls for FREE as part of signing up for this group.

Please note: This is only available to first-time participants of a SoulUp group (those trying a SoulUp group for the first time).

How long has SoulUp been around?

SoulUp was founded in 2022 by Punita Mittal and Mahak Maheshwari - a team of IIT Delhi and IIT Bombay with more than 20 years of combined healthcare experience. SoulUp is redefining mental health through groups that are not only effective but also fun, social, and challenging.

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More about Support Groups & Therapy Groups:

1. What is an online therapy or support group?

Online therapy groups or support groups are structured, therapist-led sessions where participants gather virtually to discuss and work on specific mental health or personal growth topics.

These groups offer a supportive environment and help members learn coping strategies and relevant techniques from the therapist. Participants offer each other encouragement, share advice, and provide emotional support, helping one another feel less isolated.

2. What benefits can I expect from joining an online therapy group or support group?

Participants in online therapy groups often experience improved mental health, a greater sense of connection, and enhanced coping skills. Group therapy provides structured guidance from a therapist, which can lead to valuable insights and personal growth.

3. How does online group therapy compare to one-on-one therapy?

One-on-one therapy is personalized, focusing solely on your needs, which can be ideal for in-depth, private work with a therapist.

Online group therapy, however, offers a sense of community and shared experience. In addition to learning from the therapist, members get to connect with others facing similar challenges. Group settings provide diverse perspectives and reduce isolation, which participants find valuable.

4. Are online groups effective?

Yes, studies show that online groups can be as effective as in-person groups. The online format provides convenience and accessibility while offering the same structured therapeutic benefits, especially for those who prefer the comfort of their home environment.

5. Will I have to share my personal journey in the group?

Sharing is encouraged but never forced. Participants are free to share only what they feel comfortable with, and many find that opening up gradually is natural and helpful for their own growth.

6. How do online therapy groups or support groups handle difficult emotions that arise?

The therapist leading the group is trained to manage challenging emotions. They provide tools and strategies for coping, helping participants process feelings safely.

7. Can I attend online therapy groups if I’m already in individual therapy?

Yes, many people find that group therapy superbly complements individual therapy, providing additional insights and social support, thus accelerating their healing. Also, users often join group therapy for a topic that they are not focusing on in their individual therapy sessions. Often, therapists themselves recommend their clients to group therapy for a specific area of their life.

8. How do I know if a support group is right for me?

If you’re looking for shared experiences and emotional support rather than structured therapeutic guidance, a support group may be ideal. Otherwise, consider a therapy group for a more structured approach.

You can also join more than one group if you feel it will benefit you, especially if each group focuses on a different aspect of your mental health journey.

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