Mental Health Has No Borders.

Bridging the gap between clinical research and real-life recovery.

The Story Behind the Platform

SocialAnxiety.co is the flagship English-language platform of the AnxietySolve global initiative. But before it was a network, it was just one person looking for answers.

This platform was founded by James Holloway after a decade-long battle with severe social anxiety. Like many of our readers, James found that traditional "medical advice" was often too abstract, expensive, or difficult to apply in high-pressure situations—like a job interview, a first date, or a crowded room.

Our Philosophy: The "Researcher-Survivor" Model

We realized there was a disconnect. Doctors have the science, but they often lack the lived experience of the daily struggle.
We built this platform to bridge that gap. We are a team of researchers, writers, and survivors dedicated to translating complex psychological concepts—like Exposure Therapy and Cognitive Restructuring—into clear, actionable playbooks that anyone can use.

Our Global Mission

Anxiety is a universal human experience. That is why we operate as part of AnxietySolve.org, delivering localized, native-language support to Italy, France, Germany, Finland, and beyond. We believe that help should be available in the language you think in.

Meet the Team

James Holloway

Founder & Lead Researcher

I spent a decade battling severe social anxiety. I founded this site to translate the years of CBT and Exposure Therapy research I used in my own recovery into the practical playbook I wish I’d had.

Elizabeth Sofia

Head of Content Quality

Elizabeth oversees our editorial standards. She fact-checks every guide against clinical research from the NIMH and APA to ensure our "Researcher-Survivor" model remains accurate, safe, and evidence-based.

Charlie Cooper

Global Operations

Charlie leads our mission to make mental health resources universal. He manages our international network, ensuring our strategies are correctly localized for our readers in Germany, France, Italy, and Finland.

Powered by Anxiety Solve

We are the flagship publication of Anxiety Solve (AnxietySolve.org), a global mental health initiative on a mission to democratize evidence-based recovery resources.

While Anxiety Solve oversees our international research and cross-border advocacy, SocialAnxiety.co is dedicated to delivering specialized, high-quality content for the English-speaking community.

The Network HQ: AnxietySolve.org
Our Focus: Evidence-based guides, exposure hierarchies, and cognitive strategies tailored for the English-speaking world.

Medical Disclaimer

The content provided on SocialAnxiety.co is for educational purposes only and is not intended to replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician, psychologist, or other qualified health providers with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.

Our Editorial Policy

At SocialAnxiety.co, we are committed to providing information that is both compassionate and scientifically grounded. Every article we publish undergoes a rigorous review process. We rely on peer-reviewed journals, clinical studies from the NIMH, and established therapeutic frameworks like CBT and Exposure Therapy. We prioritize accuracy and safety above all else, ensuring that our "lived experience" advice never contradicts established medical guidelines.

Our Network

To ensure that language is not a barrier to recovery, we provide localized resources through our partner sites:

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