Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Learn to Live With What’s Hard — And Move Toward What Matters
ACT helps you stop struggling with difficult thoughts — and start living with purpose.
Acceptance
Be willing to experience difficult thought
Cognitive Defusion
Observe your thoughts without being ruled by them.
Being Present
Focus on the here and now.
Self as Context
Notice your thoughts.
Values
Discover what is really important to you.
Commitment
Take action to pursue the important things in your life.
What is Acceptance And Commitment Therapy (ACT)?
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) is a modern, evidence-based psychotherapy that helps you accept what’s out of your control — while committing to actions that improve your life.
Instead of fighting anxiety, sadness, or unwanted thoughts, ACT teaches you how to make space for them, reduce their impact, and take steps toward your values.
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What ACT Helps With
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) is designed to help you navigate the inner struggles that can hold you back from living a meaningful life. It’s especially effective for managing anxiety, panic, and chronic overthinking, as well as working through grief, trauma, and emotional avoidance. Many turn to ACT during periods of depression and low motivation, or when facing identity struggles and life transitions. It also offers support for those experiencing burnout or a loss of direction, helping you reconnect with your values and sense of purpose. ACT can be a powerful approach for coping with chronic illness or pain, and is used to address OCD, phobias, or self-criticism, offering practical tools to build resilience, acceptance, and forward momentum.
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5 Benefits of ACT
Helps You Accept Difficult Emotions
Encourages You to Live in the Present
Align Your Actions With Your Values
Strengthens Psychological Flexibility
Reduces the Impact of Unhelpful Thoughts
Is ACT Right for Me?
ACT is especially helpful if:
You’ve tried to “fix” your thoughts but it only makes things worse
You’re tired of avoiding or numbing emotions
You want a therapy that blends structure with flexibility
You value insight, growth, and long-term change
How ACT Works
ACT blends mindfulness, behavioural science, and values-based living.
Here’s what you’ll focus on in therapy:
Acceptance
Making room for difficult feelings instead of pushing them away
Defusion
Learning how to observe your thoughts instead of getting stuck in them
Values Exploration
Clarifying what truly matters to you
Committed Action
Taking small, meaningful steps toward your values
Mindful Awareness
Staying present and grounded even when emotions are intense
Multilingual Services
ACT at Aref Psychotherapy
Our ACT-trained therapists tailor the approach to fit your cultural background, language (available in 14+ languages), personal goals, and emotional readiness. You don’t need to be “good” at mindfulness — we guide you step-by-step, at your own pace, in a way that feels relevant and supportive to your life.
Have Questions About ACT?
Check our FAQ Page for answers on session length, structure, and how ACT differs from other therapies.
It’s Not About Getting Rid of Feelings — It’s About Reclaiming Your Life
If you’re ready to stop struggling and start living, ACT may be the path forward.