Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) is a branch of Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) and is an extremely effective approach to emotional issues. Rather than teaching techniques to pursue happiness, ACT teaches ways to undermine struggle, avoidance and loss of the only moment we have—NOW.
In ACT there is no reason to wait for life to start , the principles and methods used in this theory help you to live a rich, full and meaningful life while effectively handling the pain that inevitably comes our way. The use of 6 powerful principles enable clients to develop psychological flexibility.
ACT can help:
- Reduce stress and worry
- Help you rise above fear, doubt and insecurity
- Handle painful thoughts and feelings more effectively
- Break self—defeating habits
- Improve performance and find fulfilment in your work
- Build more satisfying relationships
- Create a richer and more meaningful life