In other words, when one eventually stops the medication the problems often come back. The greatest advantage of psychotherapy is that the changes achieved through treatment are more likely to be permanent. However, psychotherapy requires a great deal of work on the part of the patient. In addition to weekly therapy sessions, there are homework assignments that must be completed between sessions. The MCP Hahnemann University Social Phobia Program provides treatment free of charge to eligible participants through the University's Department of Clinical and Health Psychology.
Treatment is provided both in groups and individually.
Separate programs are available for adults and adolescents. Since people with social phobia also frequently experience depression, the program addresses depression as well when appropriate. A therapist will return your call promptly.