What you’ll learn
Gain a solid foundation in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and its role in healing trauma.
Understand different types of trauma and their profound effects on mental and physical health.
Master the six core processes of ACT: Defusion, Acceptance, Self-as-Context, Contact with the Present Moment, Values, and Committed Action.
Incorporate mindfulness practices to maintain mental health and enhance therapy outcomes.
Discover effective defusion and acceptance techniques to reduce the impact of negative thoughts and feelings.
Requirements
None. Just a smartphone / tab / computer / laptop with speakers/ headphone.
Description
Welcome to this IRAP accredited certification in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Discover the power of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) with our comprehensive online course tailored for trauma healing. This course is perfect for individuals seeking effective strategies in ACT therapy and psychotherapy to address trauma-related challenges. Here’s what our program offers:A robust introduction to acceptance and commitment therapy, focusing on its application in both personal growth and professional settings.In-depth exploration of ACT psychotherapy techniques developed by leaders in the field, such as Steven Hayes ACT and Russ Harris.Detailed ACT therapy exercises that enhance understanding and application of the core principles, including defusion, acceptance, and committed action. This course will also help you understand the rationale behind the use of ACT in various conditions e.g. ACT for OCD and ACT for PTSD, providing targeted interventions and strategies.Extensive acceptance and commitment therapy exercises and ACT mindfulness exercises PDF to practice and apply learning effectively.Access to a full range of downloadable resources, including an acceptance and commitment therapy manual PDF and ACT interventions PDF.Learn how to tailor ACT techniques through practical ACT therapy activities and ACT worksheets for anxiety.Guidance on using acceptance commitment therapy techniques to foster resilience and improve overall mental well-being.Training on how to conduct ACT in group settings and adapt it for diverse populations, including children, adolescents, and older adults.Comprehensive ACT therapy for trauma techniques, supported by a variety of ACT therapy techniques PDF materials to enhance your learning experience.This course is designed for anyone interested in learning about psychology acceptance and commitment therapy, whether for self-help, to assist others, or to integrate it into their professional practice. Gain the skills and knowledge to effectively implement ACT and transform lives, guided by evidence-based practices and expert instruction.In this course, you will learn:· Introduction to Acceptance and Commitment Therapy· Core Principles and Theoretical Foundations· The Six Core Processes of ACT· Developing Psychological Flexibility: Introduction, Use, and Step-by-step Process with Examples· Use of Metaphors: Introduction, Use, and Step-by-step Process with Examples· Experiential Exercises: Introduction, Use, and Step-by-step Process with Examples· Mindfulness Practices: Introduction, Use, and Step-by-step Process with Examples· Values Clarification: Introduction, Use, and Step-by-step Process with Examples· Commitment Strategies: Introduction, Use, and Step-by-step Process with Examples· Defusion Techniques: Introduction, Use, and Step-by-step Process with Examples· Acceptance Techniques: Introduction, Use, and Step-by-step Process with Examples· Self-as-Context Exercises: Introduction, Use, and Step-by-step Process with Examples· Creative Hopelessness: Introduction, Use, and Step-by-step Process with Examples· Barrier Identification and Management: Introduction, Use, and Step-by-step Process with Examples· Willingness and Openness Exercises: Introduction, Use, and Step-by-step Process with Examples· Perspective-Taking Techniques: Introduction, Use, and Step-by-step Process with Examples· Behavioral Activation: Introduction, Use, and Step-by-step Process with Examples· Language and Cognition Distancing: Introduction, Use, and Step-by-step Process with Examples· Relational Frame Theory Applications: Introduction, Use, and Step-by-step Process with Examples· Goal Setting Using Values: Introduction, Use, and Step-by-step Process with Examples· Leaves on a Stream Exercise: Introduction, Use, and Step-by-step Process with Examples· Chessboard Metaphor: Introduction, Use, and Step-by-step Process with Examples· Two Scales Metaphor: Introduction, Use, and Step-by-step Process with Examples· Tug-of-War with a Monster Metaphor: Introduction, Use, and Step-by-step Process with Examples· The Passengers on the Bus Exercise: Introduction, Use, and Step-by-step Process with Examples· The Observer Exercise: Introduction, Use, and Step-by-step Process with Examples· Matrix Diagram for Decision Making: Introduction, Use, and Step-by-step Process with Examples· Values Card Sort: Introduction, Use, and Step-by-step Process with Examples· Pain and Suffering Scale: Introduction, Use, and Step-by-step Process with Examples· Choice Point Analysis: Introduction, Use, and Step-by-step Process with Examples· The Life Path Exercise: Introduction, Use, and Step-by-step Process with Examples· ACT Assessment and Case Conceptualization· Structuring ACT Sessions· Building Therapeutic Relationships· ACT for Anxiety Disorders· ACT for Depression· ACT for Substance Abuse and Addiction· ACT for Chronic Pain and Illness· ACT for Stress Management· Tailoring ACT Techniques for Individual Therapy· Conducting ACT in Group Settings· Cultural Considerations in ACT· Adapting ACT for Children and Adolescents· Adapting ACT for Older Adults· Online Therapy and Digital Interventions· Ethical Practice and Dilemmas in ACT· Informed Consent and Confidentiality Issues
Overview
Section 1: Introduction to ACT and Basic Principles
Lecture 1 Introduction to the Course
Lecture 2 Free Download Course Manual
Lecture 3 Introduction to Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
Lecture 4 Core Principles and Theoretical Foundations
Lecture 5 The Six Core Processes of ACT
Lecture 6 Developing Psychological Flexibility
Section 2: Core Processes and Techniques
Lecture 7 Use of Metaphors
Lecture 8 Experiential Exercises
Lecture 9 Mindfulness Practices
Lecture 10 Values Clarification
Lecture 11 Commitment Strategies
Lecture 12 Defusion Techniques
Lecture 13 Acceptance Techniques
Lecture 14 Self-as-Context Exercises
Lecture 15 Creative Hopelessness
Lecture 16 Barrier Identification and Management
Lecture 17 Willingness and Openness Exercises
Lecture 18 Perspective-Taking Techniques
Lecture 19 Behavioral Activation
Lecture 20 Language and Cognition Distancing
Lecture 21 Relational Frame Theory Applications
Lecture 22 Goal Setting Using Values
Section 3: Practical Applications and Exercises
Lecture 23 Leaves on a Stream Exercise
Lecture 24 Chessboard Metaphor
Lecture 25 Two Scales Metaphor
Lecture 26 Tug-of-War with a Monster Metaphor
Lecture 27 The Passengers on the Bus Exercise
Lecture 28 The Observer Exercise
Lecture 29 Matrix Diagram for Decision Making
Lecture 30 Values Card Sort
Lecture 31 Pain and Suffering Scale
Lecture 32 Choice Point Analysis
Lecture 33 The Life Path Exercise
Section 4: Clinical Applications of ACT
Lecture 34 ACT Assessment and Case Conceptualization
Lecture 35 Structuring ACT Sessions
Lecture 36 Building Therapeutic Relationships
Lecture 37 ACT for Anxiety Disorders
Lecture 38 ACT for Depression
Lecture 39 ACT for Substance Abuse and Addiction
Lecture 40 ACT for Chronic Pain and Illness
Lecture 41 ACT for Stress Management
Section 5: Special Considerations and Ethical Issues
Lecture 42 Tailoring ACT Techniques for Individual Therapy
Lecture 43 Conducting ACT in Group Settings
Lecture 44 Cultural Considerations in ACT
Lecture 45 Adapting ACT for Children and Adolescents
Lecture 46 Adapting ACT for Older Adults
Lecture 47 Online Therapy and Digital Interventions
Lecture 48 Ethical Practice and Dilemmas in ACT
Lecture 49 Informed Consent and Confidentiality Issues
Section 6: Getting Certified
Lecture 50 Download Customized Certificate
Ideal for individuals with no prior experience in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy or mental health treatment.,Perfect for mental health professionals looking to add ACT techniques to their therapeutic toolbox.,Great for educators and school counselors who work with children and adolescents impacted by trauma.,Beneficial for healthcare providers interested in integrating psychological therapies into their practice.,Appropriate for anyone interested in personal growth and overcoming personal challenges.
