Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
ACT: A Values-Based Approach to Well-being
How Can ACT Help You
Are you tired of struggling against difficult thoughts and feelings, finding yourself caught in a battle with anxiety, sadness, or past hurts, trying to push them away or control them, only to feel more stuck? It's common to want to avoid pain, but sometimes our efforts to do so can limit our lives and keep us from what truly matters, perhaps leading you to withdraw from activities you once enjoyed, avoid situations that trigger discomfort, or become constantly preoccupied with trying to manage your inner experiences. You might long to live a life guided by your values, to pursue what's important to you, but these difficult thoughts and feelings keep getting in the way, causing you to put your life on hold, waiting until you feel "better" or less anxious, which can lead to a sense of frustration, disconnection, and a feeling that life is passing you by.
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) offers a powerful and evidence-based approach to help you do just that. ACT isn't about eliminating difficult thoughts and feelings; instead, it focuses on learning to accept them as a natural part of the human experience and committing to actions aligned with your core values. It's about creating a life worth living, even with the inevitable ups and downs.
In our ACT sessions, you will:
- Learn to defuse from unhelpful thoughts, recognizing them as just words and stories, not necessarily truths.
- Practice acceptance of difficult feelings, allowing them to be present without struggle.
- Clarify your core values – what truly matters to you in life.
- Commit to taking action, guided by your values, to create a rich and meaningful life.
- Develop a greater sense of psychological flexibility, allowing you to adapt and thrive in the face of challenges.
You don't have to be controlled by your difficult thoughts and feelings. ACT offers a path towards greater psychological flexibility and a life lived in accordance with your values. Discover how to embrace the present moment and create a life that truly matters to you.