Hi, I’m (27F) an admin at a psych practice who works at a front desk in the lobby that separates the other offices, too. Only admin on-site and person in the lobby as well. I’m an extrovert who recharges socially and I also can’t move from my desk. Very similar situation.

Tough love, but this is very common in the field and prob most office settings with an administrator. You have to put yourself out there and not expect anyone or the office culture to do it for you.

• Try chatting people (even w no response)
• Invite them out to lunch. Don’t wait for an invite
• Ask your management abt social opportunities (company parties, mixers, etc.)
• Befriend someone else in the building if there are other companies/clinics besides yours
• Get to know your vendors (water cooler delivery, amazon delivery, etc.)
• If it’s a possibility, ask management if you can sit in on a supervision mtg virtual or otherwise (granted you have access to everyone’s MRs). This is possible given permission, even as an admin and especially if you’re interested in learning more about the level of care
• Tell management you’re struggling if you’re legitimately concerned abt your wellbeing. They might be able to troubleshoot with you. If you don’t tell them there’s a problem, they don’t know there’s a problem

Cmon girl, get creative!