ACT – Accetance & Commitment Therapy

ACT is a modern, experiential approach that helps people relate to themselves and their feelings in new ways. Instead of fighting symptoms, it is about consciously perceiving and accepting inner states and aligning one’s own actions with what really counts. It combines mindfulness, acceptance and psychological flexibility. It helps to gain distance from burdensome thoughts, to allow feelings and to come into contact with one’s own values. These values become an inner direction that gives orientation, even when life challenges.

How ACT works

In the therapeutic process, it is learned not to avoid difficult thoughts, sensations and memories, but to confront them with openness. Through mindfulness exercises, a change of perspective and a focus on personal values, the inner freedom to make conscious decisions can grow. The goal is not to avoid pain, but to actively shape life again despite pain.

When ACT can be helpful

• Fear, rumination and self-doubt
• depressive moods and exhaustion
• Pain and stress management
• Disorientation or decision-blocking
• Strengthening self-efficacy, courage and clarity