Hello, Medicated. In my view, what your new therapist told you is akin to "just get over it." I would have a hard time connecting to someone who so cavalierly dismisses your concerns.

My thought is this. Make copies of your posts here for you and your therapist to discuss at your next session. If you are not satisfied that the therapist is willing to help you achieve what you want from your life, I would find someone else to see.

Somewhat tangentially, have you considered taking dancing lessons? There are ways to practice social skills you feel awkward about.

Finally, one of my therapists told me I was a social retard. I was rather pathetic, but I have learned some things. Now I believe I am at least an advanced wallflower.

Good luck.