I thought it odd to require a 30 minute call with a coach as the first step. Wouldn't that discourage potential users, who might be anxious about a phone call with a stranger to discuss these very personal issues?
Joyable co-founder Steve Marks here. Great question. We don't actually require the call -- it's optional. Our clients who do complete the call often cite it as one of the most important parts of the program, but we have successful clients who opt out as well.
Great point. Really helpful feedback. We will fix that.
We used to require calls (despite the irony of kicking off a social anxiety program with a call) because of how instrumental our early clients told us calls were. We have since learned that although many clients find the call key to their success, others can be successful without a call.