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ACT made simple, an easy-to-read primer on acceptance and commitment therapy, Russ Harris ; foreword by Steven C. Hayes, PhD

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ACT made simple

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Russ Harris ; foreword by Steven C. Hayes, PhD

The New Harbinger made simple series

an easy-to-read primer on acceptance and commitment therapy

"Now fully-revised and updated, this second edition of ACT Made Simple includes new information and chapters on self-compassion, flexible perspective taking, working with trauma, and more. Why is it so hard to be happy? Why is life so difficult? Why do humans suffer so much? And what can we realistically do about it? No matter how rewarding your job, as a mental health professional, you may sometimes feel helpless in the face of these questions. You are also well aware of the challenges and frustrations that can present during therapy. If you're looking for ways to optimize your client sessions, consider joining the many thousands of therapists and life coaches worldwide who are learning acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT). With a focus on mindfulness, client values, and a commitment to change, ACT is proven-effective in treating depression, anxiety, stress, addictions, eating disorders, schizophrenia, borderline personality disorder (BPD), and myriad other psychological issues. It's also a revolutionary new way to view the human condition--packed full of exciting new tools, techniques, and strategies for promoting profound behavioral change. A practical primer, ideal for ACT newcomers and experienced ACT professionals alike, ACT Made Simple offers clear explanations of the six ACT processes and a set of real-world tips and solutions for rapidly and effectively implementing them in your practice. This book gives you everything you need to start using ACT with your clients for impressive results. Inside, you'll find: scripts, exercises, metaphors, and worksheets to use with your clients; a session-by-session guide to implementing ACT; transcripts from therapy sessions; guidance for creating your own therapeutic techniques and exercises; and practical tips to overcome "therapy roadblocks." This book aims to take the complex theory and practice of ACT and make it accessible and enjoyable for therapists and clients"--, Provided by publisher"A practical and easy-to-use primer, ideal for newcomers and experienced professionals alike, ACT Made Simple offers clear explanations of the six core processes of acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), and a set of real-world tips and solutions for rapidly and effectively implementing this powerful therapy into practice. This fully revised and updated second edition includes new information and chapters on self-compassion, flexible perspective taking, working with trauma, and more"--, Provided by publisher

Intro -- Dedication -- Foreword -- Your Choice Point -- What's New in Version Two? -- How to Use This Book -- Part 1: What Is ACT? -- Chapter 1. The Human Challenge -- Chapter 2. Getting Hooked -- Chapter 3. "Mindfulness" and Other Dodgy Words -- Chapter 4. Get Your Geek On -- Part 2: Getting Started -- Chapter 5. Setting Up for Success -- Chapter 6. What's the Problem? -- Chapter 7. Where Do I Start? -- Part 3: The Nitty Gritty Stuff -- Chapter 8. Creative What?! -- Chapter 9. Drop the Struggle -- Chapter 10. Dropping Anchor -- Chapter 11. Notice That Thought -- Chapter 12. Deeper into Defusion -- Chapter 13. The Defusion Smorgasbord -- Chapter 14. Barriers to Defusion -- Chapter 15. Leaves, Streams, Clouds, and Sky -- Chapter 16. "Technique Overload" and Other Perils -- Chapter 17. Being Present -- Chapter 18. Hold Yourself Kindly -- Chapter 19. Know What Matters -- Chapter 20. What If Nothing Matters? -- Chapter 21. Do What It Takes -- Chapter 22.Fifty Shades of Acceptance -- Chapter 23. Emotions as Allies -- Chapter 24. What's Stopping You? -- Chapter 25. The Noticing Self -- Chapter 26. Flexible Exposure -- Chapter 27. Cognitive Flexibility -- Chapter 28. Shame, Anger, and Other "Problem" Emotions -- Chapter 29. Flexible Relationships -- Part 4: Wrapping Up -- Chapter 30. I and Thou -- Chapter 31. A Quick Guide to Getting Unstuck -- Chapter 32. The ACT Therapist's Journey -- Acknowledgments -- Appendix A. Resources -- Appendix B. Further Training -- Appendix C. Further Reading on ACT and RFT -- References -- Index