Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, also recognised as ACT, is a dynamic therapeutic approach stemming from traditional behaviour and cognitive therapies. It’s characterised by its proactive stance, focusing on ceasing the avoidance, denial, and struggle against emotions and unproductive thoughts that hinder progress in life.

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The premise of ACT suggests that attempting to control painful emotions or psychological experiences is ineffective and can even backfire, as suppression often leads to heightened distress. Within the framework of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, your therapist collaborates with you to identify your core values, serving as a compass to guide your actions. By cultivating acceptance of psychological experiences, you can gradually alter your relationship with thoughts and emotions, diminishing their influence over your life.

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ACT has demonstrated effectiveness in addressing a range of issues, including:

• anxiety

• depression

• stress

• obsessive-compulsive disorder

• addiction

• somatic health problem

​Through collaboration with your counsellor, you’ll learn to recognise your inner dialogue and discern whether an issue necessitates immediate action or if it can be acknowledged and accepted while you work towards meaningful behavioural changes.