Mindfulness Therapy in Kitchener-Waterloo

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) is known as a "third wave" Behaviour Therapy. It has been extensively researched and proven to be effective at addressing a wide variety of psychological issues, such as depression, anxiety, eating disorders, and body image issues. ACT has even been demonstrated to be effective at helping people to manage medical issues like chronic pain.

How Acceptance and Commitment Therapy Works

Unlike CBT, ACT doesn't challenge thoughts or try to eliminate unpleasant feelings head-on. Rather, ACT takes an acceptance-based approach that's founded on the principles of mindfulness. Research has shown that, paradoxically, noticing and accepting difficult thoughts and emotions often addresses them more effectively than trying to struggle against them.

Like CBT, ACT makes extensive use of goal-setting and action plans. The first step in ACT is to explore how you want your life to look. The second step is to identify the barriers to living that life. And the third step is to set goals and systematically address those barriers as you gradually move toward the life you want to live.

Our ACT therapists have studied ACT extensively and accumulated years of clinical experience with the healing power of mindfulness. They also have years of daily meditation practice that they rely on regularly in their sessions.

Wondering if Acceptance and Commitment Therapy could help you? Call us at 519-954-4900 or email info@transformationcounselling.com to set up an appointment.