My Approach
I'm excited to share with you one of the key approaches I use in my practice: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT. ACT is a powerful, evidence-based therapeutic approach designed to help you live a meaningful and fulfilling life.
The six core processes of ACT
Acceptance
ACT encourages you to accept and embrace your thoughts and feelings rather than fighting or feeling guilty about them. By accepting what is out of your control, you can focus on what you can change.
Cognitive Defusion
This technique helps you reduce the power of negative thoughts. Instead of getting entangled in them, you learn to observe your thoughts without letting them dictate your actions.
Being Present
ACT teaches mindfulness, which involves being fully engaged in the present moment. This can help you better handle stress and appreciate the here and now.
Self as Context
This aspect of ACT helps you understand that you are not your thoughts and feelings. It emphasizes a flexible sense of self that can observe and experience without being defined by inner experiences.
Values Clarification
ACT helps you identify what truly matters to you. By understanding your core values, you can set meaningful goals and take actions that align with them.
Committed Action
Finally, ACT focuses on taking concrete steps towards your goals, guided by your values, even in the face of challenges and setbacks.