Have you ever experienced social anxiety? If you are like most people, you would have had such experiences. Social anxiety is a feeling of tension, worry, and fear that one feels in situations involving other people.

The authors, excellent clinical therapists, are at the forefront of research on cognitive-behavioral therapy for social phobia, which is the most well-documented and effective treatment for this disorder. In this valuable self-help book for individuals undergoing cognitive-behavioral therapy, the authors share their extensive knowledge and rich experience gained from treating their clients.

Although the book is firmly based on empirical research, it is not overloaded. It is written in a lively and accessible manner, with many useful examples that will help readers apply the philosophy of therapy to themselves.

It contains helpful forms for assigning homework and tests at the end of each chapter, allowing each reader to assess for themselves how well they have understood the material.