Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) is a modern, evidence-based form of psychotherapy that helps people develop a healthier relationship with their thoughts, emotions, and experiences. Rather than trying to eliminate difficult feelings, ACT focuses on building psychological flexibility, the ability to stay present, respond intentionally, and take action guided by your values.

In ACT, we work together to:

• Notice and understand unhelpful thought patterns without becoming overwhelmed by them

• Develop skills to accept difficult emotions when fighting them is no longer helpful

• Clarify what truly matters to you, your values, and use them as a guide for decision-making

• Take meaningful steps toward change, even in the presence of discomfort

ACT is especially helpful for anxiety, depression, trauma, chronic stress, and life transitions. It can also be an important part of a medication-supportive or deprescribing-informed approach, helping patients build internal coping tools while thoughtfully evaluating the role of medication over time.

The goal of ACT is not to “fix” you, but to help you live a fuller, more engaged life. I hope that I can help you build a life that feels aligned with who you are and what you care about.