As our world becomes increasingly uncertain, mental health issues have increased dramatically, and the need for accessible, effective treatment has never been greater. This flagship acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) workbook outlines a comprehensive set of core skills to help readers build resilience in the face of uncertainty, and heal the psychological and emotional pain keeping them from living a meaningful, fulfilling life. Whether its anxiety, sadness, anger, numbness, or grief, readers can rely on ACT to provide genuine and lasting relief.
Heal the emotional and psychological pain that stands between you and the meaningful life you deserve.
Are you often confused by a whirlwind of painful emotions that feel unbearable? Do you exist in a constant state of fear and anxietyalways expecting the worst when something goes wrong? Do you find yourself behaving in ways that dont reflect your values and beliefs? If so, you arent alone. In our increasingly uncertain world, many people struggle to find peace of mind. If you feel like your thoughts and feelings have turned against you, this workbook can help you take charge of your emotionsand your life.
Acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) is a powerful method for healing the psychological and emotional pain standing between you and a more fulfilling life. This workbook outlines essential ACT skillsincluding cognitive defusion, present-moment awareness, willingness, values, committed action, and flexible perspective takingthat you can apply immediately to start feeling better now, and keep feeling better in the future. Youll also learn strategies from positive psychology and self-compassion to help enhance feelings of connection, pleasure, and gratitudeso you can embrace life with a renewed spirit and commitment to what matters.
Presented in a highly accessible, dip in, dip out format, this workbook allows you to jump straight to what you need, when you need it. If youre ready to transform your life and make lasting positive change, the evidence-based skills in this workbook can help you get started on the path to healing.