Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, is a newer model of therapy that blends mindfulness with the belief that people are more fulfilled when we work to accept that both good and bad (and everything in between) are realities of life.
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy is an excellent option for clients who have felt frustrated with past experiences of traditional Cognitive Behavior Therapy.
ACT creates an increase in our psychological flexibility in order to build a life that fits within our values and feels authentic, as opposed to older models of therapy which encourage us to reframe or challenge thoughts. This dynamic shift allows healing to progress, trauma to be processed at a gentler pace, and anxiety to become a background fact instead of an overwhelming weight pressing constantly down on you. This newer model of therapy helps you continue on your roadmap towards deeper healing when conventional therapy leaves you feeling stuck.
ACT uses multiple skills such as, Defusion and The Observing Self, to help remove power from thoughts, so thoughts are just that… thoughts.
For many clients, ACT feels more genuine, straightforward, and a refreshing change from traditional therapy methods. Here at Bright Spot we will use every tool at our disposal to create an individual roadmap for you using therapy that works to meet your needs.
What is ACT Effective in Treating?
ACT empowers clients to change how they relate to their negative thoughts and emotions and prevent them from taking over.
Empowered with this well researched tool, clients can effectively work towards alleviating their depression, anxiety, and grief through Acceptance and Commitment.
