What is ACT?

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) is a type of psychotherapy that focuses on accepting difficult thoughts and emotions rather than trying to eliminate them. The therapy encourages individuals to practice mindfulness and acceptance, allowing them to observe their thoughts and feelings without judgment.

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ACT helps people identify their core values and take committed actions that align with those values, even in the presence of challenging emotions. By fostering psychological flexibility—the ability to adapt and respond to experiences in a healthy way—ACT aims to reduce emotional suffering and improve overall well-being. Through this process, individuals learn to live more authentically and meaningfully, despite life's inevitable difficulties.