Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) Counselling in Camberley

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Iren Birinyi
Psychotherapist, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Camberley GU15
Finding things difficult recently? Is it stress, anxiety, isolation, guilt, shame, low mood, controlling issues, fear of failure or negative judgement/criticism, uncertainty, lack of goals/motivation, no life purpose, feeling lost, low self-esteem/confidence/worth, sleeping difficulties, loss of a loved one, pleasing people, unable to say NO, lack of self acceptance? You are not alone! I'm here to listen! Life can challenge us all sometimes, but we can manage those issues and emotions by learning the right skills, make time for self-reflection, rethink our values and beliefs, and practice gratitude and compassion.
Finding things difficult recently? Is it stress, anxiety, isolation, guilt, shame, low mood, controlling issues, fear of failure or negative judgement/criticism, uncertainty, lack of goals/motivation, no life purpose, feeling lost, low self-esteem/confidence/worth, sleeping difficulties, loss of a loved one, pleasing people, unable to say NO, lack of self acceptance? You are not alone! I'm here to listen! Life can challenge us all sometimes, but we can manage those issues and emotions by learning the right skills, make time for self-reflection, rethink our values and beliefs, and practice gratitude and compassion.
01276 543360 View 01276 543360
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Madeleine Tebbet
Psychologist, PsychD, CPsychol
Verified Verified
Camberley GU15
I am trained in a range of theoretical models including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Compassion Focussed Therapy (CFT), ACT and systemic approaches.
As a Clinical Psychologist I offer treatment for a range of presenting difficulties including anxiety, depression and trauma. I specialise in working with parents, parents-to-be and those trying to conceive. I also have further training and experience in working with conception and pregnancy after loss. I work closely with my clients to build a true understanding of their story and what has brought them to therapy. This enables me to develop individualised treatment plans grounded in the evidence base.
I am trained in a range of theoretical models including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Compassion Focussed Therapy (CFT), ACT and systemic approaches.
As a Clinical Psychologist I offer treatment for a range of presenting difficulties including anxiety, depression and trauma. I specialise in working with parents, parents-to-be and those trying to conceive. I also have further training and experience in working with conception and pregnancy after loss. I work closely with my clients to build a true understanding of their story and what has brought them to therapy. This enables me to develop individualised treatment plans grounded in the evidence base.
01252 942467 View 01252 942467
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Dr Michelle Ruger
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
Camberley GU16
I am a Chartered Psychologist (BPS) offering therapy to individuals, couples and groups. I have experience working with a wide range of difficulties including anxiety, depression, bereavement, addiction, eating disorders, relationship problems, stress, burnout, PTSD, postnatal depression, existential crisis and many more mental health issues which are detailed below. I am also a senior lecturer on the subject of contemporary psychotherapeutic practice and clinical research for a highly regarded clinical doctoral programme in London.
I am a Chartered Psychologist (BPS) offering therapy to individuals, couples and groups. I have experience working with a wide range of difficulties including anxiety, depression, bereavement, addiction, eating disorders, relationship problems, stress, burnout, PTSD, postnatal depression, existential crisis and many more mental health issues which are detailed below. I am also a senior lecturer on the subject of contemporary psychotherapeutic practice and clinical research for a highly regarded clinical doctoral programme in London.
01252 986441 View 01252 986441

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Angela Robertson
Counsellor, ACC-AC
Verified Verified
Farnborough GU14
I am an experienced counsellor, supporting clients through specific and multiple, complex issues. I am trained in most areas and techniques, including: CBT, psychodynamic, mindfulness, attachment, creative, Imago. I am integrative in my approach to meet the needs of the individual client.​ I focus on the client's journey, building awareness and the tools to manage life's situations. The client sets the pace and decides the content, and we explore thoughts, feelings and experiences. The aim is to release understanding, acceptance, and a greater self awareness, discovering answers and choice in a way forward. ​
I am an experienced counsellor, supporting clients through specific and multiple, complex issues. I am trained in most areas and techniques, including: CBT, psychodynamic, mindfulness, attachment, creative, Imago. I am integrative in my approach to meet the needs of the individual client.​ I focus on the client's journey, building awareness and the tools to manage life's situations. The client sets the pace and decides the content, and we explore thoughts, feelings and experiences. The aim is to release understanding, acceptance, and a greater self awareness, discovering answers and choice in a way forward. ​
01689 664434 View 01689 664434
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Stuart Ralph
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Verified Verified
Farnham GU9
Waitlist for new clients
I work integratively, drawing on attachment theory, cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) including ERP, humanistic counselling, compassion-focused therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, and sandplay therapy.
I work with clients from 4 years up to 25. I see a wide range of challenges including OCD, anxiety, depression, grief, school refusal, identity, mood, and peer problems. I have a special interest in OCD, having run a podcast for the last 7 years (5m downloads), and received the International OCD Foundation hero award in 2018. Childhood, adolescence and young adulthood can come with many challenges and difficulties, I offer a safe, empathic and compassionate approach to my clients, while providing evidence based solutions to their problems. I work in private practice, and as co-founder of The Integrative Centre for OCD Therapy.
I work integratively, drawing on attachment theory, cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) including ERP, humanistic counselling, compassion-focused therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, and sandplay therapy.
I work with clients from 4 years up to 25. I see a wide range of challenges including OCD, anxiety, depression, grief, school refusal, identity, mood, and peer problems. I have a special interest in OCD, having run a podcast for the last 7 years (5m downloads), and received the International OCD Foundation hero award in 2018. Childhood, adolescence and young adulthood can come with many challenges and difficulties, I offer a safe, empathic and compassionate approach to my clients, while providing evidence based solutions to their problems. I work in private practice, and as co-founder of The Integrative Centre for OCD Therapy.
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Amy Thomas-Owen
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Farnborough GU14  (Online Only)
I draw from more ‘traditional’ perspectives like CBT, ACT and DBT whilst also taking elements from Creative Counselling, IFS and mindfulness, to name a few.
Have you got the point where enough is enough and realise that something needs to change? Is self-doubt derailing your life and stopping you from living up to your full potential? On ‘paper’, it might look like you’ve already achieved a lot but in spite of this you never feel ‘enough’. Perhaps you hold yourself to incredibly high standards and feel like you need to be ‘perfect’. This might mean you feel like you always have to do ‘more’, which leads to feelings of tiredness and exhaustion and maybe even burnout. You may have even been told that you’re an ‘over thinker’ or identify as that yourself.
I draw from more ‘traditional’ perspectives like CBT, ACT and DBT whilst also taking elements from Creative Counselling, IFS and mindfulness, to name a few.
Have you got the point where enough is enough and realise that something needs to change? Is self-doubt derailing your life and stopping you from living up to your full potential? On ‘paper’, it might look like you’ve already achieved a lot but in spite of this you never feel ‘enough’. Perhaps you hold yourself to incredibly high standards and feel like you need to be ‘perfect’. This might mean you feel like you always have to do ‘more’, which leads to feelings of tiredness and exhaustion and maybe even burnout. You may have even been told that you’re an ‘over thinker’ or identify as that yourself.
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Dr Kirsty Deas
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Hook RG27
My practice is evidence-based and integrative; I predominantly draw upon Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT), and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT).
For more information, please see my website: https://concordiapsychologicalservices.co.uk/ As a Chartered Clinical Psychologist with nearly 20 years’ experience within mental health services, I am extremely passionate about the work I do. I am committed to enabling individuals to live a more fulfilling life, by helping them move in the direction of their values and goals. I qualified as a Clinical Psychologist from the University of Southampton in 2011. My Clinical Psychology training enables me to work flexibly, adapting a broad range of approaches to the needs of my clients.
My practice is evidence-based and integrative; I predominantly draw upon Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT), and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT).
For more information, please see my website: https://concordiapsychologicalservices.co.uk/ As a Chartered Clinical Psychologist with nearly 20 years’ experience within mental health services, I am extremely passionate about the work I do. I am committed to enabling individuals to live a more fulfilling life, by helping them move in the direction of their values and goals. I qualified as a Clinical Psychologist from the University of Southampton in 2011. My Clinical Psychology training enables me to work flexibly, adapting a broad range of approaches to the needs of my clients.
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Barbara Craig
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Hook RG27
As an integrative therapist, I tailor the way I work best to suit my clients’ unique, individual needs, drawing from a variety of theoretical orientations, including Person-Centred, Psychodynamic, CBT, Acceptance and Commitment, Systemic and Couples Therapy.
I am a qualified and accredited psychotherapist, providing open-ended psychotherapy, brief counselling sessions or single-session therapy to individuals, couples, and other relationships. If you are struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, domestic abuse, life transitions or facing difficult parenting dilemmas or relationship and attachment issues? Please reach out. You don't have to face these challenges alone. I offer a free initial consultation and discounted rates. I can arrange weekly, fortnightly or ad-hoc sessions to suit your needs.
As an integrative therapist, I tailor the way I work best to suit my clients’ unique, individual needs, drawing from a variety of theoretical orientations, including Person-Centred, Psychodynamic, CBT, Acceptance and Commitment, Systemic and Couples Therapy.
I am a qualified and accredited psychotherapist, providing open-ended psychotherapy, brief counselling sessions or single-session therapy to individuals, couples, and other relationships. If you are struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, domestic abuse, life transitions or facing difficult parenting dilemmas or relationship and attachment issues? Please reach out. You don't have to face these challenges alone. I offer a free initial consultation and discounted rates. I can arrange weekly, fortnightly or ad-hoc sessions to suit your needs.
020 4538 1829 View 020 4538 1829
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Sian Melville
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hook RG29
I know the daily struggles of spinning lots of plates from medical appointments to walking my dog! I will help you make peace with your thoughts, feel acceptance and live your life in a way you want with things that feel important to you.
Do you feel that you have lost who you are? Does it feel like you have lost control of your daily life, and you wake up every morning feeling anxious and upset? Noticed that you’re worrying about the future and how you might cope? What if you could feel like yourself again, less worries, feeling less tearful and more empowered and in control? Hello, I’m Sian. I am an accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapist and founder of Lifted Therapy.
I know the daily struggles of spinning lots of plates from medical appointments to walking my dog! I will help you make peace with your thoughts, feel acceptance and live your life in a way you want with things that feel important to you.
Do you feel that you have lost who you are? Does it feel like you have lost control of your daily life, and you wake up every morning feeling anxious and upset? Noticed that you’re worrying about the future and how you might cope? What if you could feel like yourself again, less worries, feeling less tearful and more empowered and in control? Hello, I’m Sian. I am an accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapist and founder of Lifted Therapy.
01256 975045 View 01256 975045
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Maria Fragkou
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Farnham GU9
In addition to my core training in CBT, I draw on a variety of cognitive and behavioural approaches, such as DBT, compassion-focused therapy, schema-based cognitive therapy, mindfulness-based cognitive therapy and ACT.
I am a BABCP accredited Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist, an EMDR Therapist, and a clinical supervisor. I offer CBT and EMDR, and I work collaboratively with my clients to identify how therapy can meet their needs and alleviate distress. I work with people with a variety of psychological difficulties, such as depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, PTSD / C-PTSD, and loss. I work with people who experience distress in the perinatal period and I also offer parenting support. I also specialise in adapting CBT for Autism Spectrum Condition and ADHD. You can find more information about me on www.adapted-therapies.com
In addition to my core training in CBT, I draw on a variety of cognitive and behavioural approaches, such as DBT, compassion-focused therapy, schema-based cognitive therapy, mindfulness-based cognitive therapy and ACT.
I am a BABCP accredited Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist, an EMDR Therapist, and a clinical supervisor. I offer CBT and EMDR, and I work collaboratively with my clients to identify how therapy can meet their needs and alleviate distress. I work with people with a variety of psychological difficulties, such as depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, PTSD / C-PTSD, and loss. I work with people who experience distress in the perinatal period and I also offer parenting support. I also specialise in adapting CBT for Autism Spectrum Condition and ADHD. You can find more information about me on www.adapted-therapies.com
01689 664654 View 01689 664654
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Chris Hutchins-Joss
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Farnborough GU14  (Online Only)
As a CBT and ACT therapist with a decade of NHS experience and BABCP accreditation, I work with a wide range of adult clients. Many of my clients struggle with self-doubt, anxiety, or low mood, often feeling stuck despite their efforts to improve.
As a CBT and ACT therapist with a decade of NHS experience and BABCP accreditation, I work with a wide range of adult clients. Many of my clients struggle with self-doubt, anxiety, or low mood, often feeling stuck despite their efforts to improve.
01252 941414 View 01252 941414
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The Integrative Centre for OCD Therapy
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Farnham GU9
Each of our therapists come with a wealth of training in different therapies, however the foundation of what we do is exposure and response prevention therapy (ERP), and acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT).
Our therapists work online across the UK, we also work face to face with children and young people in Farnham, Haslemere (Surrey), Petersfield (Hampshire) & London (Herne Hill, Hammersmith, Chelsea, Clapham), and with adults in Manchester. Hello, we are the Integrative Centre for OCD Therapy. The founders BACP accredited therapists Jonny Say and Stuart Ralph founded the centre in 2023 to address the need for more affordable and effective therapy options in the UK. Having both suffered from OCD for long periods of time, they created the clinic to help others sooner. Our therapists cover a range of ages from 6 years old up.
Each of our therapists come with a wealth of training in different therapies, however the foundation of what we do is exposure and response prevention therapy (ERP), and acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT).
Our therapists work online across the UK, we also work face to face with children and young people in Farnham, Haslemere (Surrey), Petersfield (Hampshire) & London (Herne Hill, Hammersmith, Chelsea, Clapham), and with adults in Manchester. Hello, we are the Integrative Centre for OCD Therapy. The founders BACP accredited therapists Jonny Say and Stuart Ralph founded the centre in 2023 to address the need for more affordable and effective therapy options in the UK. Having both suffered from OCD for long periods of time, they created the clinic to help others sooner. Our therapists cover a range of ages from 6 years old up.
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Dr Helen Childs
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Hook RG29
Not accepting new clients
I am trained to doctorate level in evidence-based therapies including CBT, CFT & ACT.
Are you struggling with finding your direction in life? Perhaps you are feeling lost, anxious or low in mood? Do you find yourself pulled into unhealthy relationship patterns, or feel like you can't connect fully with others? These are common difficulties I work with. I am an experienced Clinical Psychologist registered with the HCPC. I use a compassionate, evidence-based approach to help individuals identify the changes they’d like to make and to learn new skills for dealing with difficult thoughts, feelings and behaviours. I work with adults and adolescents aged 16+
I am trained to doctorate level in evidence-based therapies including CBT, CFT & ACT.
Are you struggling with finding your direction in life? Perhaps you are feeling lost, anxious or low in mood? Do you find yourself pulled into unhealthy relationship patterns, or feel like you can't connect fully with others? These are common difficulties I work with. I am an experienced Clinical Psychologist registered with the HCPC. I use a compassionate, evidence-based approach to help individuals identify the changes they’d like to make and to learn new skills for dealing with difficult thoughts, feelings and behaviours. I work with adults and adolescents aged 16+
07480 788527 View 07480 788527
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Dr Kushangi Patel
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Guildford GU2
My main therapeutic approaches are cognitive – behavioural therapy (CBT) and acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), but I also draw upon other evidence-based therapies to inform and provide the most appropriate experience for you.
I'm a Clinical Psychologist based in Guildford, providing therapeutic services to young adults and adults aged 16 years and over. I qualified with a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology in 2003, and have over twenty years experience supporting and working with adults from a range of diverse backgrounds providing psychological intervention and guidance for a broad spectrum of mental health issues. During my career I have worked mainly in general adult mental health and in addition have specialised in helping people cope with the impact of chronic illness and long-term health conditions.
My main therapeutic approaches are cognitive – behavioural therapy (CBT) and acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), but I also draw upon other evidence-based therapies to inform and provide the most appropriate experience for you.
I'm a Clinical Psychologist based in Guildford, providing therapeutic services to young adults and adults aged 16 years and over. I qualified with a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology in 2003, and have over twenty years experience supporting and working with adults from a range of diverse backgrounds providing psychological intervention and guidance for a broad spectrum of mental health issues. During my career I have worked mainly in general adult mental health and in addition have specialised in helping people cope with the impact of chronic illness and long-term health conditions.
01793 540677 View 01793 540677
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Tees Therapy
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Verified Verified
Virginia Water GU25  (Online Only)
Hi, I'm Lucy a fully accredited BABCP Psychotherapist with extensive experience working with people suffering in their mental health. I'm qualified in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), DBT, ACT and EMDR (Trauma therapy). I've worked with people experiencing symptoms of anxiety, depression, OCD and psychosis using my knowledge and warm, caring approach to support and guide each person forwards. Whether it's working on difficulties managing emotions or generally feeling flat, overwhelmed and just needing some extra support we can work on it together. We'll set goals and work as a Team putting your self care needs first.
Hi, I'm Lucy a fully accredited BABCP Psychotherapist with extensive experience working with people suffering in their mental health. I'm qualified in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), DBT, ACT and EMDR (Trauma therapy). I've worked with people experiencing symptoms of anxiety, depression, OCD and psychosis using my knowledge and warm, caring approach to support and guide each person forwards. Whether it's working on difficulties managing emotions or generally feeling flat, overwhelmed and just needing some extra support we can work on it together. We'll set goals and work as a Team putting your self care needs first.
07412 306167 View 07412 306167
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Colleen Shelswell
Psychotherapist, DCounsPsych, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Woking GU21
As an experienced Trauma and bereavement therapist, I work to support all of my adult clients, irrespective of the diverse or differing backgrounds and individual needs & issues that you are dealing with. My kindness and empathetic approach will help you grow in confidence to move forward and away from some behaviours, to find a more positive way of making sense of your thoughts & feelings. Using CBT, ACT, and person centred counselling, I help you understand and reduce worry & anxiety to improve your overall mental well-being by Valuing our therapeutic relationship and supporting you & build trust and improve your future self.
As an experienced Trauma and bereavement therapist, I work to support all of my adult clients, irrespective of the diverse or differing backgrounds and individual needs & issues that you are dealing with. My kindness and empathetic approach will help you grow in confidence to move forward and away from some behaviours, to find a more positive way of making sense of your thoughts & feelings. Using CBT, ACT, and person centred counselling, I help you understand and reduce worry & anxiety to improve your overall mental well-being by Valuing our therapeutic relationship and supporting you & build trust and improve your future self.
01276 740123 View 01276 740123
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Tim Shore
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Guildford GU2
I also have experience of working in more specialist services, using Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to support people with adjustment to long-term health conditions.
Hi there, I am an experienced Clinical Psychologist, trained to understand the different ways in which psychological distress can present itself and impact upon people’s lives. The breadth of my training and clinical experience enables me to draw upon different therapeutic approaches, thus allowing for a flexible approach, tailored to a person's needs and own set of circumstances. I will aim to help you better understand the underlying causes of your difficulties, supporting you along the way to make meaningful changes in the way you approach difficult situations in your work, with your partner or family, and in your social life.
I also have experience of working in more specialist services, using Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to support people with adjustment to long-term health conditions.
Hi there, I am an experienced Clinical Psychologist, trained to understand the different ways in which psychological distress can present itself and impact upon people’s lives. The breadth of my training and clinical experience enables me to draw upon different therapeutic approaches, thus allowing for a flexible approach, tailored to a person's needs and own set of circumstances. I will aim to help you better understand the underlying causes of your difficulties, supporting you along the way to make meaningful changes in the way you approach difficult situations in your work, with your partner or family, and in your social life.
01793 540478 View 01793 540478
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Dr Emilia Szmigielska
Psychologist, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
Guildford GU2
I can help with various difficulties such as anxiety, depression, self-harm, addictions, low self-esteem, ADHD, narcissistic abuse, panic attacks, OCD, trauma, bereavement, PTSD, anger management, social anxiety, relationship issues, sexuality, disordered eating, body image, body appreciation, parenthood, abortion, career change, lack of motivation and many others. As an integrative therapist I use various therapeutic techniques such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Mindfulness-Based Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT),
I can help with various difficulties such as anxiety, depression, self-harm, addictions, low self-esteem, ADHD, narcissistic abuse, panic attacks, OCD, trauma, bereavement, PTSD, anger management, social anxiety, relationship issues, sexuality, disordered eating, body image, body appreciation, parenthood, abortion, career change, lack of motivation and many others. As an integrative therapist I use various therapeutic techniques such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Mindfulness-Based Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT),
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Richard Briegel-Jones
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Woking GU24  (Online Only)
My primary approaches are Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT).
Hello, my name is Richard and I am a BABCP accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapist (CBT) with considerable experience working with depression, anxiety difficulties, life transitions and adjustments, stress and low self-worth.
My primary approaches are Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT).
Hello, my name is Richard and I am a BABCP accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapist (CBT) with considerable experience working with depression, anxiety difficulties, life transitions and adjustments, stress and low self-worth.
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Kavita Deepak-Knights
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ascot SL5
Hello, I am Dr Kavita Deepak-Knights. I am a Chartered Clinical Psychologist and I work with adults over the age of 18, specialising in a number of therapies, including: Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), Eye-Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). I work with wide-ranging adult and older adult mental health issues, such as: anxiety, depression, addictions, low self esteem, personality disorders, adjustment issues, grief, loss and bereavement, relationship difficulties, childhood trauma, post-traumatic stress disorder - just to name a few!
Hello, I am Dr Kavita Deepak-Knights. I am a Chartered Clinical Psychologist and I work with adults over the age of 18, specialising in a number of therapies, including: Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), Eye-Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). I work with wide-ranging adult and older adult mental health issues, such as: anxiety, depression, addictions, low self esteem, personality disorders, adjustment issues, grief, loss and bereavement, relationship difficulties, childhood trauma, post-traumatic stress disorder - just to name a few!
01753 309904 View 01753 309904

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Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) Counsellors

How does acceptance and commitment therapy work?

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy encourages a person to listen to their self-talk. A person’s inner dialog can be indicative of how they treat themselves. ACT also encourages self-compassion; this can lead to a better understanding of negative thought patterns and emotional states. This understanding can then lead the individual to needed behavior change.

What are the goals of acceptance and commitment therapy?

The goal of acceptance and commitment is to expand a person’s psychological flexibility, a trait that encourages an individual to live in the present moment and to accept all their thoughts, feelings, and emotions, even ones that are difficult such as sadness and anxiety. In ACT, this acceptance is congruent with the individual’s values and beliefs.

Does acceptance and commitment therapy work for depression?

Acceptance and commitment therapy is effective for depression because it allows the individual to view their discomfort and suffering differently. Depressive feelings about relationship heartaches, for example, are a part of life. A despondent person learns to let go of their struggles and instead view their painful thoughts and feelings with compassion. This will lead the individual toward positive change.

How long are people typically in acceptance and commitment therapy?

A typical acceptance and commitment therapy session is 50 minutes long with one session per week. Treatment for common problems such as anxiety, depression, or relationship difficulties can last between eight weeks to four months. However, more severe cases may require more than one session a week and/or a longer time frame for treatment.