Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) Therapists in Charleroi, PA

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Christian Counseling Associates of Western PA
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Charleroi, PA 15022
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Christian Counseling Associates (CCA) provides individual, marriage, and family counseling. We serve Christians who want their faith integrated into the counseling process and those holding any beliefs or attitudes toward spirituality. Our counselors will help you identify the core issues that have caused your emotional and personal problems, and immediately develop strategies to resolve these issues. CCA is able to provide a full range of clinical services. Please visit our website www.ccawpa.com for a complete description of our faith based counseling services, locations, and counseling staff.
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Christian Counseling Associates (CCA) provides individual, marriage, and family counseling. We serve Christians who want their faith integrated into the counseling process and those holding any beliefs or attitudes toward spirituality. Our counselors will help you identify the core issues that have caused your emotional and personal problems, and immediately develop strategies to resolve these issues. CCA is able to provide a full range of clinical services. Please visit our website www.ccawpa.com for a complete description of our faith based counseling services, locations, and counseling staff.
(724) 558-8028 View (724) 558-8028
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Virginia Spindler
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
Charleroi, PA 15022
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with experience helping individuals with a variety of difficulties. I have a positive wellness approach and focus on individual strengths. I believe in the innate worth of every human being. We are all striving to be the very best that we can with the resources we have. We may not all be responsible for our problems or current situation, but we have to be the ones to solve them anyway. I view counseling from a holistic and strength based perspective and believe total wellness is the balance of mind, body and spirit.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with experience helping individuals with a variety of difficulties. I have a positive wellness approach and focus on individual strengths. I believe in the innate worth of every human being. We are all striving to be the very best that we can with the resources we have. We may not all be responsible for our problems or current situation, but we have to be the ones to solve them anyway. I view counseling from a holistic and strength based perspective and believe total wellness is the balance of mind, body and spirit.
(724) 972-0974 View (724) 972-0974
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Jasmine Counseling and Wellness, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
Charleroi, PA 15022  (Online Only)
Email, text or call for scheduling options! You don’t need to face the challenges of life alone. My goal is to help you embrace your unique strengths and find a balance in all facets of your life. As a licensed professional counselor, I have helped individuals work through a variety of experiences (grief, trauma, life transitions, improved emotional regulation and coping, and more). I believe that everyone deserves to have a safe place to help them become the best version of themselves.
Email, text or call for scheduling options! You don’t need to face the challenges of life alone. My goal is to help you embrace your unique strengths and find a balance in all facets of your life. As a licensed professional counselor, I have helped individuals work through a variety of experiences (grief, trauma, life transitions, improved emotional regulation and coping, and more). I believe that everyone deserves to have a safe place to help them become the best version of themselves.
(724) 558-8515 View (724) 558-8515
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Charles Tyson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Charleroi, PA 15022  (Online Only)
Deeply passionate about social justice and facilitating and guiding positive change and development in the lives of others, my name is Charles Tyson (they/them), and I am thrilled to connect with you as you begin your journey inward. Healing is truly the risk of showing up for yourself and your resistance to the temptation to go back to unsilenced needs, numbing out, disconnection, and erasure. As a Black, non-binary, Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 10 years of wide-ranging clinical and field experience, I look forward to tailoring my approach to meet your needs and help you reach your goals.
Deeply passionate about social justice and facilitating and guiding positive change and development in the lives of others, my name is Charles Tyson (they/them), and I am thrilled to connect with you as you begin your journey inward. Healing is truly the risk of showing up for yourself and your resistance to the temptation to go back to unsilenced needs, numbing out, disconnection, and erasure. As a Black, non-binary, Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 10 years of wide-ranging clinical and field experience, I look forward to tailoring my approach to meet your needs and help you reach your goals.
(717) 694-6573 View (717) 694-6573

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Melody Dascanio
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, C-PD, CCTP-II, LPC
Verified Verified
Finleyville, PA 15332  (Online Only)
Will I ever be good enough?....Maybe I AM the crazy one?... Have you had these thoughts? Are you anxious, depressed, a chronic people pleaser? Have your "loved ones" blamed you for "everything that is wrong"? Do you hate the way they act around you, but then a few memories of when they were nice make you feel guilty for having those thoughts (cognitive dissonance)? This is all normal if you have experienced narcissistic abuse or emotionally immature parents. This is where I come in. Healing is a real possibility. You deserve it and I'm dedicated to helping you move from surviving to thriving!
Will I ever be good enough?....Maybe I AM the crazy one?... Have you had these thoughts? Are you anxious, depressed, a chronic people pleaser? Have your "loved ones" blamed you for "everything that is wrong"? Do you hate the way they act around you, but then a few memories of when they were nice make you feel guilty for having those thoughts (cognitive dissonance)? This is all normal if you have experienced narcissistic abuse or emotionally immature parents. This is where I come in. Healing is a real possibility. You deserve it and I'm dedicated to helping you move from surviving to thriving!
(484) 380-9979 View (484) 380-9979
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Donald Sharbaugh
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West Newton, PA 15089
"We all need a little help sometimes" With the chaoticness of life, there can be numerous problems that a person can be carrying with them whether it is issues with anxiety, depression, anger, trauma, etc. and when having these problems it can make it more difficult to function in our day-to-day lives. This is why I believe that everybody should have somebody in their life that they are able to process these issues with. I am trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT).
"We all need a little help sometimes" With the chaoticness of life, there can be numerous problems that a person can be carrying with them whether it is issues with anxiety, depression, anger, trauma, etc. and when having these problems it can make it more difficult to function in our day-to-day lives. This is why I believe that everybody should have somebody in their life that they are able to process these issues with. I am trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT).
(724) 558-8278 View (724) 558-8278
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Koti Gaspich
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Monessen, PA 15062  (Online Only)
Hi, I'm Koti. I have 13 year of experience across multiple treatment settings, life challenges and diagnoses. Through evidenced based interventions with strengths and compassion focused care, I can help you navigate the situations and symptoms you have been struggling with. Common techniques/interventions I employ in treatment are through the lenses of Motivational Interviewing, Mindfulness, CBT (self-monitoring, behavior activation, cognitive restructuring), ACT and Solution Focused frameworks. I use a collaborative approach and welcome feedback about what is and is not working so I can better support you.
Hi, I'm Koti. I have 13 year of experience across multiple treatment settings, life challenges and diagnoses. Through evidenced based interventions with strengths and compassion focused care, I can help you navigate the situations and symptoms you have been struggling with. Common techniques/interventions I employ in treatment are through the lenses of Motivational Interviewing, Mindfulness, CBT (self-monitoring, behavior activation, cognitive restructuring), ACT and Solution Focused frameworks. I use a collaborative approach and welcome feedback about what is and is not working so I can better support you.
(724) 481-5347 View (724) 481-5347
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Christian Counseling Associates of Western PA
Counselor
Verified Verified
Elrama, PA 15038
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Christian Counseling Associates (CCA) provides individual, marriage, and family counseling. We serve Christians who want their faith integrated into the counseling process and those holding any beliefs or attitudes toward spirituality. Our counselors will help you identify the core issues that have caused your emotional and personal problems, and immediately develop strategies to resolve these issues. CCA is able to provide a full range of clinical services. Please visit our website at www.ccawpa.com for a complete description of our faith based counseling services, locations, and counseling staff.
Please cont act us today!.
Christian Counseling Associates (CCA) provides individual, marriage, and family counseling. We serve Christians who want their faith integrated into the counseling process and those holding any beliefs or attitudes toward spirituality. Our counselors will help you identify the core issues that have caused your emotional and personal problems, and immediately develop strategies to resolve these issues. CCA is able to provide a full range of clinical services. Please visit our website at www.ccawpa.com for a complete description of our faith based counseling services, locations, and counseling staff.
(724) 216-0332 View (724) 216-0332
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Janaya Carlisle
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, NCC, LAPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Finleyville, PA 15332
Cont act me today for a complimentary 15-minute phone consultation.
I am a Licensed Associate Professional Counselor at Ellie Mental Health, dedicated to providing compassionate trauma-informed therapy to individuals of all ages. My holistic approach considers each client’s emotional and behavioral concerns in the broader context of their life experiences. I specialize in helping individuals with trauma histories, emotional regulation issues, anxiety, and interpersonal challenges. Using evidence-based therapies, I guide clients in developing practical skills to navigate their lives with confidence and resilience.
Cont act me today for a complimentary 15-minute phone consultation.
I am a Licensed Associate Professional Counselor at Ellie Mental Health, dedicated to providing compassionate trauma-informed therapy to individuals of all ages. My holistic approach considers each client’s emotional and behavioral concerns in the broader context of their life experiences. I specialize in helping individuals with trauma histories, emotional regulation issues, anxiety, and interpersonal challenges. Using evidence-based therapies, I guide clients in developing practical skills to navigate their lives with confidence and resilience.
(412) 991-2988 View (412) 991-2988
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Grace Wellness Center
Licensed Professional Counselor, MSEd, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
Belle Vernon, PA 15012
We are a group of Christian Counselors who treat clients of all ages through Biblical truth and the healing power of God's grace. We integrate the best from the discipline of psychology with Christian counseling to help people find peace and contentment. We have counselors who specialize in addictions, attachment and trauma issues, grief, relationships, children, parenting, depression, anxiety and most other issues. Our organization has several centers throughout western PA. Please visit our website to see if we have a location that will meet your needs. www.thegracewellnesscenter.com
We are a group of Christian Counselors who treat clients of all ages through Biblical truth and the healing power of God's grace. We integrate the best from the discipline of psychology with Christian counseling to help people find peace and contentment. We have counselors who specialize in addictions, attachment and trauma issues, grief, relationships, children, parenting, depression, anxiety and most other issues. Our organization has several centers throughout western PA. Please visit our website to see if we have a location that will meet your needs. www.thegracewellnesscenter.com
(724) 414-1549 View (724) 414-1549
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Christian Counseling Associates of Western PA
Counselor, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Elizabeth, PA 15037
Please cont act us today!.
Christian Counseling Associates (CCA) provides individual, marriage, and family counseling. We serve Christians who want their faith integrated into the counseling process and those holding any beliefs or attitudes toward spirituality. Our counselors will help you identify the core issues that have caused your emotional and personal problems, and immediately develop strategies to resolve these issues. CCA is able to provide a full range of clinical services. Please visit our website at www.ccawpa.com for a complete description of our faith based counseling services, locations, and counseling staff.
Please cont act us today!.
Christian Counseling Associates (CCA) provides individual, marriage, and family counseling. We serve Christians who want their faith integrated into the counseling process and those holding any beliefs or attitudes toward spirituality. Our counselors will help you identify the core issues that have caused your emotional and personal problems, and immediately develop strategies to resolve these issues. CCA is able to provide a full range of clinical services. Please visit our website at www.ccawpa.com for a complete description of our faith based counseling services, locations, and counseling staff.
(724) 764-4569 View (724) 764-4569
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Jessica Leigh Taylor
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Belle Vernon, PA 15012
My goal is to be a nonjudgmental and empathetic guide that helps you strengthen and develop skills that will allow you to be more effective when handling the challenges of life. Happiness is not a destination but is a mindset that we can create in our present. I aim to empower you and support you in making changes in your life that best fit your needs.
My goal is to be a nonjudgmental and empathetic guide that helps you strengthen and develop skills that will allow you to be more effective when handling the challenges of life. Happiness is not a destination but is a mindset that we can create in our present. I aim to empower you and support you in making changes in your life that best fit your needs.
(724) 576-9026 View (724) 576-9026
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Ron Agostoni
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Belle Vernon, PA 15012
You matter. You're worth getting the help you have been thinking about. Stop letting fear prevent you from become a better you. Nobody is perfect and we all have some type of past. We have all made bad choices or have had bad things happen. Some of had horrible and unthinkable things occur to them while others may not have experienced such things. Regardless, this is place to unpack whatever you have been carrying around. Find freedom from the baggage, trauma, stress, anxiety and whatever else may exist. You're worth it to try.
You matter. You're worth getting the help you have been thinking about. Stop letting fear prevent you from become a better you. Nobody is perfect and we all have some type of past. We have all made bad choices or have had bad things happen. Some of had horrible and unthinkable things occur to them while others may not have experienced such things. Regardless, this is place to unpack whatever you have been carrying around. Find freedom from the baggage, trauma, stress, anxiety and whatever else may exist. You're worth it to try.
(724) 542-2330 View (724) 542-2330

Online Therapists

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Emily Hulse
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wexford, PA 15090
I utilize a variety of therapeutic approaches including Child Center Play Therapy, Adlerian play therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, DBT, and CBT therapy.
Hi! I am a License Professional Counselor. I have been working in the Mental Health field for at least 5 years if not more. I have worked in many setting including schools, offices and in peoples homes. I have a lot of experience working with children from ages 3 to 17 years old, plus I have experience in working with adults in individual counseling, families and couples. I have experience in running play therapy groups with children. I will incorporate Christian framework upon request. I really enjoy seeing clients meet the goals that they are looking to achieve and to work together to be able to help them live their best life.
I utilize a variety of therapeutic approaches including Child Center Play Therapy, Adlerian play therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, DBT, and CBT therapy.
Hi! I am a License Professional Counselor. I have been working in the Mental Health field for at least 5 years if not more. I have worked in many setting including schools, offices and in peoples homes. I have a lot of experience working with children from ages 3 to 17 years old, plus I have experience in working with adults in individual counseling, families and couples. I have experience in running play therapy groups with children. I will incorporate Christian framework upon request. I really enjoy seeing clients meet the goals that they are looking to achieve and to work together to be able to help them live their best life.
(878) 768-7546 View (878) 768-7546
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Amber Moskowitz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CCTP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Pittsburgh, PA 15221
I am most drawn to supporting individuals interested in empathically instilling acceptance for themselves and the ways they have survived within their environment. I work best with teens and young adults who want to learn to befriend their feelings, rather then just think about emotions. If you find yourself struggling with transitions, managing emotions, or trusting yourself and others, I would be honored to support you. Together we can discover ways to reduce tension and increase understanding around what your “symptoms” are trying to tell you.
I am most drawn to supporting individuals interested in empathically instilling acceptance for themselves and the ways they have survived within their environment. I work best with teens and young adults who want to learn to befriend their feelings, rather then just think about emotions. If you find yourself struggling with transitions, managing emotions, or trusting yourself and others, I would be honored to support you. Together we can discover ways to reduce tension and increase understanding around what your “symptoms” are trying to tell you.
(412) 435-1225 View (412) 435-1225
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Carolyn Brodie
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pittsburgh, PA 15201
I have an empathetic and eclectic therapeutic style, which tends to take form as person-centered talk therapy; I use CBT, CBT-E, DBT, and ACT in addition to feminist and mindfulness practices, and am ERP trained.
Carolyn is not currently accepting new clients. I see individual women and LGBTQIA+ clients (including allies) aged 16+. I have devoted my practice to working with clients with Eating Disorders (Anorexia, Bulimia, ARFID, OSFED, and BED) and Anxiety diagnoses. My main goal is to validate and empower clients to live authentically, and to deliver therapy in a way that is evidence-based and nurturing.
I have an empathetic and eclectic therapeutic style, which tends to take form as person-centered talk therapy; I use CBT, CBT-E, DBT, and ACT in addition to feminist and mindfulness practices, and am ERP trained.
Carolyn is not currently accepting new clients. I see individual women and LGBTQIA+ clients (including allies) aged 16+. I have devoted my practice to working with clients with Eating Disorders (Anorexia, Bulimia, ARFID, OSFED, and BED) and Anxiety diagnoses. My main goal is to validate and empower clients to live authentically, and to deliver therapy in a way that is evidence-based and nurturing.
(412) 547-8246 View (412) 547-8246
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Jannette Travali
Licensed Professional Counselor, MSCP, MPH, MS, NCC/LPC, RDN/LDN, CEDS
Verified Verified
Seven Fields, PA 16046
With more true connection, awareness, acceptance/understanding, we process ways to change &/or maintain.
I am a Psychotherapist, Nutrition Therapist & Exercise Physiologist. With the Client/Therapist Relationship at CORE, I provide Individualized, Integrative Care: Eating Disorders, Trauma, Mood, Relationships, Transitions -acknowledging & encouraging growth of diverse values &/or needs, I use an Eclectic Therapeutic Approach –including Person-Centered, Mindfulness, Expressive (art, music, movement, writing), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy ( ACT), CBT, RO-DBT, Existential, Narrative, Gestalt, Motivational Interviewing, Positive Psychology, Nutrition Therapy –Intuitive Eating/HAES (Health at Any Size) & Medical Nutrition Therapy.
With more true connection, awareness, acceptance/understanding, we process ways to change &/or maintain.
I am a Psychotherapist, Nutrition Therapist & Exercise Physiologist. With the Client/Therapist Relationship at CORE, I provide Individualized, Integrative Care: Eating Disorders, Trauma, Mood, Relationships, Transitions -acknowledging & encouraging growth of diverse values &/or needs, I use an Eclectic Therapeutic Approach –including Person-Centered, Mindfulness, Expressive (art, music, movement, writing), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy ( ACT), CBT, RO-DBT, Existential, Narrative, Gestalt, Motivational Interviewing, Positive Psychology, Nutrition Therapy –Intuitive Eating/HAES (Health at Any Size) & Medical Nutrition Therapy.
(724) 320-1816 View (724) 320-1816
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Mac Sammon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Verified Verified
Pittsburgh, PA 15206
Difficult emotions may bring you to therapy, but they can also serve as pathways to hope, curiosity, insight, and self-compassion. Turning towards these emotions can offer opportunities to heal and move forward with greater ease. As a therapist, I have the privilege of working with school-age children, adults, couples, and families facing challenges in relationships, struggles at work or school, feelings of overwhelm or stagnation, low self-worth, or difficulty finding joy in life. I am certified in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Trauma Treatment, and Anxiety Treatment, and I am trained in CBT, ACT, IFS, and ADHD Treatment.
Difficult emotions may bring you to therapy, but they can also serve as pathways to hope, curiosity, insight, and self-compassion. Turning towards these emotions can offer opportunities to heal and move forward with greater ease. As a therapist, I have the privilege of working with school-age children, adults, couples, and families facing challenges in relationships, struggles at work or school, feelings of overwhelm or stagnation, low self-worth, or difficulty finding joy in life. I am certified in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Trauma Treatment, and Anxiety Treatment, and I am trained in CBT, ACT, IFS, and ADHD Treatment.
(412) 816-8503 View (412) 816-8503
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Danny Churchill
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pittsburgh, PA 15241
I am a licensed clinical social worker with my master’s degree in social work from the University of Pittsburgh. I have several years of experience working with teens and adults in both private practice and community settings addressing concerns such as anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and loss, addiction, and relationship issues. I use an eclectic approach with a blend of techniques from cognitive-behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, and acceptance and commitment therapy. I am also an EMDR-trained provider.
I am a licensed clinical social worker with my master’s degree in social work from the University of Pittsburgh. I have several years of experience working with teens and adults in both private practice and community settings addressing concerns such as anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and loss, addiction, and relationship issues. I use an eclectic approach with a blend of techniques from cognitive-behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, and acceptance and commitment therapy. I am also an EMDR-trained provider.
(412) 501-4973 View (412) 501-4973
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Casey Harvilla
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, ATR-BC, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Pittsburgh, PA 15206
My therapeutic approach is humanistic and combines creative expression with elements of CBT, DBT, and ACT.
Life can be chaotic, overwhelming, and leave us feeling stuck or questioning what to do next. These feelings can be difficult to describe and process on our own, and you shouldn’t feel alone in your journey. As a Registered and Board Certified Art Therapist (ATR-BC) and Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), I am trained in using art making and creativity within the therapeutic process to serve as an option when words are not enough. My therapeutic approach is tailored to meet you where you are in your healing process and provide you with the tools to reclaim the chaos in your life and begin experiencing life the way you deserve.
My therapeutic approach is humanistic and combines creative expression with elements of CBT, DBT, and ACT.
Life can be chaotic, overwhelming, and leave us feeling stuck or questioning what to do next. These feelings can be difficult to describe and process on our own, and you shouldn’t feel alone in your journey. As a Registered and Board Certified Art Therapist (ATR-BC) and Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), I am trained in using art making and creativity within the therapeutic process to serve as an option when words are not enough. My therapeutic approach is tailored to meet you where you are in your healing process and provide you with the tools to reclaim the chaos in your life and begin experiencing life the way you deserve.
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Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) Therapists

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.