ACT is a modern therapeutic approach which helps individuals to better cope with their thoughts and emotions, and to achieve their goals in life.
It focuses on building psychological flexibility, through various techniques such as mindfulness, self-compassion, values clarification, and behaviour change, and so cultivating the ability to respond more effectively and positively to life’s challenges and difficulties.
ACT can be helpful for a wide range of issues such as anxiety, depression, chronic pain, and relationship problems, and has been found to be effective in creating lasting positive change in people’s lives. I have found it helpful for people who are coming to terms with changes in appearance, body image, and health after injury, surgery and illness.
ACT is based on the idea that we can’t always control our thoughts or emotions, but we can learn to accept them without judgment or resistance, and take committed actions aligned with our own values to improve overall quality of life.
It is a compassionate approach that helps individuals to find greater fulfilment and meaning in life, while overcoming the challenges and changes that have come their way.
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