Show HN: AI-assisted cognitive behavioral therapy for social anxiety

Hi HN,

We are building digital tools to help people overcome social anxiety.

I suffer from social anxiety and used to score in the “severe” category (LSAS in the low 90’s).

When I decided to do something about it, I learned that most people improve with cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), even when self-administered without a therapist. Surprisingly, among those who failed to respond to SSRIs, 86% respond to CBT.

I gave it a try, and now I score at the low-end of moderate (LSAS in low 50’s). The difference is life-changing. Things that I used to completely avoid still make me a little uncomfortable at first, but I never worry about my ability to do them, and they’re not that bad.

My friend and I are building a digital adaptation of the CBT protocol, employing AI where applicable to enhance the experience in the absence of a therapist. The linked tool guides you through cognitive restructuring, which is one of the central tenets of CBT.

If you’re interested, check it out, take the LSAS questionnaire, see the first module, and give some feedback! TIA