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ACT is a ‘transdiagnostic’ approach, meaning it can be applied to
a wide range of situations. There is a good evidence base supporting its use
across a range of physical and mental
health problems, interpersonal problems, and to
support behaviour change in relation to issues such as substance misuse and disordered
eating. It is also recommended by the National Institute of Health and Care
Excellence (NICE) as an intervention for chronic pain.
The course will give a comprehensive introduction to Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and build your skills and confidence in using this approach with clients, as well as for yourself to meet personal and professional challenges.
Across the sessions, we will cover:
- · introductions and expectations
- · theory that underpins ACT
- · experiential avoidance
- · the stance of the therapist
- · creative hopelessness / assessment.
- · The six processes that make up psychological flexibility:
- · acceptance
- · defusion
- · present-moment awareness
- · self-as-context
- · values
- · committed action
- · Using the ACT matrix
- · Additional skills practice and exercises, to be decided by the group
This course will include interactive exercises. You will be asked
to ‘real play’, i.e., to talk in pairs or threes about a day-to-day challenge
you face, rather than ‘role play’ something you might not relate to. This
should be something you feel comfortable enough to discuss for the purpose of
learning in the exercises. Examples could include things like wanting to
increase or decrease certain activities or habits, or ways of responding to particular
situations. We encourage everybody to only share what you feel comfortable to
in this learning environment.
There will be refreshments and lunch breaks. Tea, coffee, and some snacks will be provided. There will be time to go and buy lunch.