Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

What Is ACT?

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) is a modern behavioral therapy that teaches individuals to respond differently to difficult thoughts and feelings. Instead of trying to eliminate discomfort, ACT helps you build psychological flexibility—the ability to act in ways that support your values even when emotions are challenging.

How ACT Helps

ACT emphasizes:

• Acceptance – making room for internal experiences
• Defusion – stepping back from unhelpful thoughts
• Values – identifying what matters most
• Committed Action – taking steps aligned with personal values

What ACT Sessions Look Like

Your therapist may guide you through:

• Mindfulness and grounding exercises
• Exploring what truly matters to you
• Practicing new behavioral patterns
• Learning to notice thoughts without getting pulled into them

Who Can Benefit

ACT is effective for:

• Anxiety
• Depression
• OCD
• Stress and burnout
• Chronic worry
• Life transitions