ACT is a mindfulness-based behavioral therapy that emphasizes acceptance of thoughts and feelings rather than their elimination. It focuses on living a values-based, rich, and meaningful life in the presence of discomfort or distressing emotions.

How ACT Can Help with OCD and Anxiety Disorders:

1. Obsessive Compulsive Disorder: ACT helps individuals with OCD by fostering acceptance of intrusive thoughts without engaging in compulsive behaviors. It allows individuals to focus on their values and live more fully, even in the presence of obsessions.

2. Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD): ACT assists individuals with GAD in accepting their worries and anxious thoughts while enabling them to take committed action toward their life goals.

3. Social Anxiety Disorder: ACT helps individuals confront social fears and engage in meaningful social interactions by aligning their actions with their values.

A Layered Approach:

At Layers Counseling Specialists, we recognize that every individual's needs are unique. Therefore, we integrate ACT with other evidence-based therapies to create a tailored treatment plan for each client. Contact us today to embark on your journey towards healing and lasting positive change with ACT therapy.