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Getting Unstuck in ACT
A Clinician's Guide to Overcoming Common Obstacles in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
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Ideal for therapists, mental health professionals, and students interested in deepening their understanding and application of ACT.
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See moreAcceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) is a powerful, evidence-based treatment for clients struggling with depression, anxiety, addiction, eating disorders, and a host of other mental health conditions. This title provides solutions for overcoming the common roadblocks in ACT.
In Getting Unstuck in ACT, psychotherapist Russ Harris, tackles common ACT obstacles faced by both therapists and their clients that can make them feel "stuck." These obstacles include sending mixed messages on the part of the therapist, a lack of motivation on the clients' part, as well as confusion regarding the theoretical basis of ACT. This book is a must-have for any ACT therapist looking to streamline their therapeutic approach.
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Getting Unstuck in ACT tackles common obstacles faced by both therapists and their clients that can make them feel 'stuck'. These obstacles include challenges like a lack of motivation or confusion regarding the theoretical basis of ACT.
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Praised by David Gillanders as an essential and practical guide filled with humor, humanity, and effective techniques, this book is recommended for both new and experienced ACT practitioners. It provides clear solutions to struggles within the ACT model and integrates behaviour analysis in an accessible way.
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ISBN: 9781608828050
Publisher: New Harbinger Publications
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 19 September 2013
Country: United States
Imprint: New Harbinger Publications
Audience: General / adult, Professional and scholarly
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Spine width: 12.0mm
Width: 152.0mm
Height: 228.0mm
Weight: 275g
Pages: 176
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About the Author
Russ Harris is a medical practitioner, psychotherapist, and executive coach. He is the author of ACT Made Simple, ACT with Love, and The Happiness Trap. He is also a prominent figure in the mental health community, and specializes in acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT). He lives and practices in Melbourne, Australia.
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