Acceptance & Commitment Therapy Program (ACT)
About Acceptance & Commitment Therapy Program (ACT)
The Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Day Program aims to equip participants with the skills to handle painful thoughts and feelings in such a way that they have less impact and influence on our behaviour (mindfulness skills), and to clarify what is truly important and meaningful (clarify values). It teaches participants to use this knowledge to guide, inspire and motivate themselves to set goals and take action that enriches their life.
This program may be suitable for you if:
- You get caught up in your thoughts and feelings and want to let go of the struggle
- You are unsure of what is important to you or how to move forward with your life
- You avoid dealing with things because they are hard
- You think a lot about the past or what may happen in the future
- You feel stuck in the way you feel and would love to learn how to get out of this cycle.
Program content
- Learning how to be present
- Increased awareness
- Mindfulness
- Making room for discomfort
- Understanding values
- Knowing what matters
- Doing what matters
- Committed action
- Building motivation
- Psychological flexibility
What you will experience
Attend pre-program assessment prior to commencing program. The aim is to consider goals & discuss details of the program. You will participate group sessions with 8-10 participants. Group is led by qualified mental health trained professionals who will support the learning practical skills & evidence-based strategies. It includes learning new skills & practicing during & between sessions as part of weekly homework which are discussed each session
Treatment objectives
Objective 1
Understand and build psychological flexibility using the 6 core ACT processes
Objective 2
Uncover personal values and commit to action that enriches your life
Objective 3
Develop acceptance to what is outside of your control
Objective 4
Develop skills to handle painful thoughts and feelings
Objective 5
Become more aware of your thoughts and feelings
What's included
Education
To develop or refine new skills and strategies.
Workbooks
To guide you though education, reflection and exercises designed to tackle your symptoms.
How to get started
Individuals interested in attending this program will need a referral from a Psychiatrist with admission rights to Townsville Private Clinic. Please discuss the group with your treating psychiatrist or contact the Townsville Private Clinic Admissions & Assessment team on 1800 884 767.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who will find this program helpful?
Individuals recovering from a mental health problems such as anxiety, bipolar disorder or depression
When does this treatment start, and how long does it take?
The Acceptance and Commitment Therapy Program is a 6 week program. It is held once a week. Each session runs from 8:45am until 2:30pm. Morning tea and lunch is provided. Please confirm days and group commencement dates with Day Program Administration staff.
How much dose it cost?
You will be admitted as a day patient and as such, can claim the cost via your private health fund. All health funds have different rules. Please check with Townsville Private Clinic Day Program administration, who will advise you of any applicable out-of-pocket excess or gap costs that you will incur. Townsville Private Clinic is also an accredited NDIS provided, as such you may utilise NDIS funding to cover the costs of the program.
