anxiety/social phobia group treatment? succussful?

I have found two that are hosted by psychologists and psychiatrists in a group setting. Its government funded and there are no real requirements except a referral by your doctor or therapist.

Anyway before you can participate they get you in for an interview/questionaire that goes for 2-3 hours. Does anyone know what kind of things they could be asking me for 2-3hours?

What are your thoughts on treating anxiety/social phobia in a group setting?

I struggled with social anxiety for over 7 years.
I couldn’t even bear to sit with my mom over coffee it got that bad. I felt like I was on a roller coaster and panic would strike severely.
I wondered what the hell happenned I was never like this? What was wrong with me?
After many books and various drugs to calm me down they weren’t the answer. What I found to correct this phobia is !) Start believing in yourself and quit kicking your own ass 2) Roll with it-If you have an attack who cares? You are your worst enemy-you need to realize that u are causing your own fears.. people aren’t looking at you under a microscope..seriously 3) Accept it..hey I am only human..I dont care if I get nervous anymore I am not gonna die
believe in yourself my friend and stop kicking your own ass and you will get better. I still at times have few moments but I just forget about it and move on.. you need to desensitize your nerves….
Smile! You are a good person!!!.good luck..

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