- Increased psychological flexibility: It teaches you how to adapt to difficult notions and emotions without being controlled by them.
- Mindfulness practices: You’ll learn mindfulness techniques to stay present and aware, helping you engage more fully in life.
- Acceptance over avoidance: ACT helps you make space for painful emotions, so they have less power over you instead of struggling against painful emotions.
- Cognitive defusion: You’ll discover how to detach from negative beliefs rather than believing them or letting them define you.
- Clarifying values: Exploring what truly matters to you and learning how to align your behaviors with these values.
- Committed action: The therapy stresses taking meaningful action steps toward your goals, even in the face of discomfort.
