Overcome Social Anxiety

More Than Shy is an innovative, structured, and specialized self-help program for overcoming social anxiety and living life to the fullest!

Our digital workbook is evidence-based and informed by decades of social anxiety treatment research. Our content is developed in consultation with clinical psychologists and other behavioral health specialists with graduate degrees and experience in social anxiety treatment.

More Than Shy does not offer evaluations or treatment plans for social anxiety disorder and is not a replacement for medication or therapy.

More Than Shy is specially designed for people of all ages with social anxiety symptoms that hold them back from living their best lives. Symptoms of social anxiety may be emotional, physical, or behavioral, and vary from person to person. Everyone has some level of social anxiety, but for some, the symptoms are severe enough to negatively impact important aspects of daily life, such as work, school, and relationships.

Emotional symptoms: Worrying excessively about what others think, worrying about feeling humiliated or embarrassed, obsessing over interactions with others, and fear of being the center of attention.

Physical symptoms: Blushing, shortness of breath, sweating, trembling, having a shaky voice, feeling lightheaded/dizzy, chest discomfort, and upset stomach.

Behavioral symptoms: Avoiding social situations, deferring to others, avoiding direct communication, avoiding interaction with others, and saying nothing despite having something to say.

To get the most out of More Than Shy, we recommend you use our mobile app for 10 minutes daily. This is because new lessons are released daily, and consistently completing these lessons can significantly enhance your progress. However, if you miss a day, don't worry, all missed lessons will appear the next time you log in!

Make full use of the features available to you in the app. These include a mood journal, a symptom tracker, a practice challenge planner, a community feed, and unlimited messaging with our peer support specialists. We strongly encourage you to utilize our practice challenge planner to plan and document real-world exposure therapy sessions. These sessions can greatly improve your chances of success. Throughout your journey, do not hesitate to reach out to our peer specialists with any questions or concerns about the app and the program. These specialists are here to guide you and support you, and sharing your experiences with them can be beneficial.

Finally, remember that personal commitment and consistency are key to making strides in overcoming social anxiety. Even if you have periods of inconsistency or lose motivation, you can always return to the app and restart your program. Simply reach out to your peer specialist or email us at hello@morethanshy.org to get started again from scratch. Your commitment to your journey is what makes the More Than Shy program a success.

Yes, you certainly can. More Than Shy is designed to complement traditional social anxiety treatments like cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), and medication treatment. Our program is structured in a way to enhance these therapies, helping you maximize their benefits and solidify your understanding and management of social anxiety.

While we believe More Than Shy can add great value to your treatment regimen, it's also designed to function effectively as a standalone self-help program. This means you can rely on More Than Shy even if you're not currently undergoing other forms of therapy. As with any wellness program, it's always a good idea to inform your healthcare provider about any new treatments you're undertaking.

More Than Shy is a modern, flexible, and digitally based self-help program designed to complement traditional therapy. It offers you the convenience of accessing resources and support whenever and wherever you need them.

While our program is based on the principles of traditional therapy for social anxiety, it includes unique elements such as community interaction and self-paced learning. This allows you to take control of your journey, progressing at your own pace, and benefit from a supportive community who understands your experiences.

Finally, More Than Shy offers an affordable avenue to receive supplementary support for managing social anxiety. However, it is not intended to be a substitute for professional therapy or medication.

In essence, More Than Shy blends supportive elements inspired by traditional therapy with the advantages of digital platforms. It provides a flexible, affordable, and empathetic supplement to your journey in managing social anxiety.

Results with More Than Shy can start to appear from your very first sessions. However, it's important to note that progress with social anxiety treatment can be a unique journey for everyone. The speed at which you notice significant changes may depend on several factors, including the severity of your social anxiety at the start and your level of commitment and consistency in engaging with the program. Facing feared social situations and applying newly learned strategies can be challenging. However, with consistent use and application of the lessons, users can notice a gradual improvement in their ability to handle social situations.

Remember, you're not alone on this journey. Our program is designed to provide support and gentle encouragement as you progress at your own pace. We recommend a minimum commitment of 90 days to the program to truly experience its benefits. However, you may start noticing improvements before this, as you learn and apply new skills in managing your social anxiety. The journey towards overcoming social anxiety is complex, and patience with oneself, along with a strong commitment to consistent practice, is crucial in this process.

Our mission is simply to empower people with social anxiety to live their most authentic, meaningful, and rewarding lives.

You may reach out to us anytime by email at hello@morethanshy.org
We will respond to all messages within one business day. Please allow additional time for a response over weekends and holidays.

Yes! Our secure mobile app is compatible with most iOS and Android mobile devices. All of our tools, lessons, activities, and check-ins are delivered straight to your mobile phone.

Your Peer Support Specialist is a person who has personal experience with social anxiety. They are here to help you stay on track to achieving your goals. They are knowledgeable in the Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) tools and strategies that our program employs. Trained in personal coaching techniques, Peer Support Specialists are here to provide support, guidance, and encouragement through in-app chat messaging. They will be your guide throughout the program, helping you to navigate the content and strategies effectively.

Peer Support Specialists use a variety of techniques centered around personal coaching methods. They are trained to provide encourage and lend a supportive ear when you need it. They're available to help you work through program content and strategies at a pace that is comfortable for you.

No, Peer Support Specialists are not therapists. They do not provide mental health advice or therapy. Their role is to guide you through the More Than Shy program, offer support, and provide encouragement based on their own personal experiences with social anxiety. They can help you navigate the program's tools and strategies, but they are not a substitute for professional therapy or medical advice. If you are in therapy or are considering it, More Than Shy can complement your therapy sessions, but it should not replace them. Always consult with a healthcare professional for medical advice.

Yes, your conversations with peer specialists are private and confidential. We highly value your privacy and ensure that all data, including your conversation history, is securely encrypted to protect against unauthorized access.

However, please be aware that in extremely rare cases where a user's safety is at risk, we may be obliged to follow necessary protocols to ensure their well-being. These protocols are aligned with standard practices in the health and mental wellness industry.

There are no third-party services involved in managing these conversations. Your discussions remain strictly between you and your peer specialist. Furthermore, you can request a record of your conversations at any time. For more detailed information, please refer to our Privacy Policy.

Access to all of More Than Shy's features, including all of the lessons, the practice challenge planner, and unlimited chat with our Support Specialists, is included for a one-time payment of $19.99.

Yes, we believe that everyone should have access to support for managing social anxiety, regardless of their financial circumstances. That's why we offer a scholarship program for those who might find the cost prohibitive. If you're interested and would like more information about this program, please reach out to us at hello@morethanshy.org.

Absolutely not. Our digital self-help workbook for social anxiety is available as a one-time purchase. Once you invest in the workbook, it's yours for life. There are no hidden fees, no contracts, and no commitments. Our priority is to provide you with valuable tools and resources to help you on your journey without any strings attached.

We're glad to inform you that there's no subscription model here! With our digital workbook, you make a one-time purchase and gain lifetime access. This means there are no monthly fees to worry about and no need to cancel anything. Your workbook, your pace, your journey.