Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) is an evidence-based approach that helps people build more flexible and meaningful ways of responding to difficult thoughts and emotions. Rather than focusing on eliminating distress, ACT emphasizes changing one’s relationship to internal experiences, thus increasing behavioral control.

In ACT, clients learn to notice thoughts and feelings without becoming entangled in them, while clarifying personal values and committing to actions that align with what matters most. Therapy focuses on increasing psychological flexibility – helping individuals move toward meaningful goals even in the presence of discomfort, uncertainty, or self-doubt.

ACT is often helpful for individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, perfectionism, chronic stress, and avoidance. By combining acceptance, mindfulness, and values-based action, ACT supports lasting change that is guided by purpose rather than symptom control alone.