I feel like tech is taking over my life
You are not alone.
Over 80 million Americans are struggling from compulsive tech use.
- I’d often spend time watching porn, even when I had other things to do.
- Over time, I turned to more extreme content then thinking Is this who I really am?
- Eventually, I tried to stop, but couldn’t.
- Blockers, apps, and self-help books weren't enough
Think you’re addicted?
Nostos is for people who want more
Nostos is for people who want less
What to Expect
Nostos is a group program that helps you overcome addiction.
We use an evidence-based approach called Integrative Therapeutic Coaching (ITC), designed to provide accountability and actionable steps to address addictive behaviors.
Programs last for 12 weeks, and include:
- A weekly session of Integrative Therapeutic Coaching (ITC) with a licensed mental health professional
- Peer support and accountability from a cohort of up to 8 people
- A comprehensive guidebook with materials, worksheets and exercises
- A supportive, safe environment where your confidentiality is respected
A Modern Solution for a Modern Challenge
What is ITC?
Integrative Therapeutic Coaching, or ITC, is a virtual group coaching method taking the best of therapeutic research matched with forward looking coaching techniques.
ITC was created by a leading expert in Technology Addictions, Dr. James Sherer.
Digital Intensive Group
A deeper intervention for those in acute struggle, starting with abstinence and addressing the emotional and behavioral roots of tech overuse.
- Includes a 1:1 intake session for personalized support, delivered via a HIPAA-compliant virtual platform
- Group sessions led by licensed professionals with pre-session work, guided worksheets, and tech use tracking
- Focuses on sustainable coping and long-term change
Free
Learn more with our free Nostos resources. Take the addiction quiz, or book a complimentary call with a Nostos team member.
- Take the Nostos addiction quiz
- Start the 2-week digital detox challenge
- Book a free call with a member of the Nostos team
For Parents & Partners
For Providers
Growing through Connection
When we’re part of a focused, supportive group, we’re not only more connected, we’re more likely to stay engaged, follow through, and make meaningful progress.
And that’s just science!
Integrated Support, Lasting Change
A Tailored Start
Complementary 1:1 consultation to share your goals, ask questions, and get set up for meaningful progress.
Weekly Support
Dedicated time set aside for real conversations, hands-on exercises, and guided learnings.
Peer Connection
Private protected group chats offer connection and encouragement between sessions.
Personal Insights
Staged trackers start simple, then gradually build insight into deeper patterns and triggers.
Clear Road Map
Guided readings & weekly reflections keep your progress moving between sessions—so momentum doesn’t stall.
Change is Possible
Even in the toughest moments healing can begin, and lasting transformation can follow.
We love curiosity
Here are the most frequently asked questions.
As an addiction psychiatrist, this is a question I get nearly every day. Common sense tells us that addictive technologies surround us—we all feel the pull of our phones and social media competing for our attention, wearing us thin. However, there's no single, agreed-upon definition of "tech addiction," "social media addiction," or "online gambling addiction." Adding to the complexity, some conditions, like video game addiction, have competing definitions describing the same phenomenon (e.g., Internet Gaming Disorder vs. Gaming Disorder).
The distinction between healthy technology engagement and addiction is a subtle one. Making this assessment requires in-depth interviews and a thorough understanding of someone's life circumstances. Without knowing a person's identity and aspirations, it's virtually impossible to determine if their technology use has become problematic.
Let's define addiction in its simplest terms. It's a persistent pattern of behavior that causes distress and interferes with someone's ability to fulfill their life roles. Additional symptoms often include obsessive thoughts and emotional withdrawal. Do I hear about people’s experience these symptoms with technology? Yes—I hear about it almost every day. Moreover, patients tell me they know their tech use is worsening their depression and anxiety, but they can't stop.
This is my answer: people share their technology struggles with me daily. They feel lost, unsure where to find help, and skeptical that effective treatments exist for excessive use of social media, pornography, and similar digital content. It breaks my heart because we have so many powerful mental health tools that can help people regain control over their technology use.
Yes, both common sense and my clinical experience indicate that tech addiction is a real and growing problem. Yet it's a challenge I'm eager to address—our existing treatments are effective, and help is available.
Dr. Sherer, CCO Nostos
No.
We don't believe installing another app will help you overcome a technology-based addiction. We offer programs led by real people, focused on connection, accountability, and engagement.
Our intensive program lasts for 12 weeks, and costs $100 / week.
Take advantage of our free resources, including a 2-week Digital Detox Tracker or book a free, complimentary call with a member of our team.
No two cases of tech addiction look alike. In fact, no two cases of any addiction look alike. Addiction never happens in isolation—it happens to a real person with goals, dreams, and a complex history. Each person's experience with addiction is unique, just as their path to recovery will be.
Tech addiction can be particularly difficult to spot because excessive tech use has become normalized in our society—even celebrated. Just look around next time you're waiting for public transit. These days, it's unusual to see someone who isn't glued to their phone.
The devil is in the details.
Generally speaking there are six main symptoms to watch out for.
- Salience
You spend a lot of time thinking about social media or planning how to use it.
- Mood Modification
You use social media to forget about personal problems or reduce feelings of anxiety, guilt, or depression.
- Tolerance
You feel an urge to use social media more and more to achieve the same pleasure you once did.
- Withdrawal
You become restless or troubled if you're prohibited from using social media.
- Conflict
You use social media so much that it has had a negative impact on your job, studies, or relationships.
- Relapse
You've tried to cut down on social media use without success.
These symptoms, developed as part of the Bergen Social Media Addiction Scale, help identify problematic social media use patterns. Answering "often" or "very often" to at least four of these criteria may indicate potential social media addiction.
Dr. Sherer, CCO, Nostos
It depends.
Our intensive group programs last for 12 weeks, and many heroes report feeling better starting Week 1. Long-term improvement can take between 6 months and 2 years, depending on your addiction severity, and also the accountability and support systems that get put into place.
We're here to help you with this.
Not yet. Our focus is delivering the highest quality addiction support at an accessible price point. Learn more about our Pricing.
