Acceptance and Commitment Therapy - Portum Behevioral Health

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy helps you build resilience, focus on what truly matters, and move forward with confidence. At Portum, we guide you in embracing challenges as opportunities and creating a more purposeful, fulfilling life.

Compassionate care for mental health, substance use, and co-occurring conditions to support lasting recovery.

Compassionate care tailored for teens and young adults to build resilience and lasting well-being.

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy is an evidence-based therapeutic approach that empowers individuals to embrace their thoughts and feelings rather than fighting or avoiding them. Unlike some therapies that focus on changing thoughts directly, ACT encourages acceptance of emotions and teaches teens to commit to actions that align with their values. This approach promotes mindfulness, helping teens become more present and flexible in their thinking, which is especially helpful for those dealing with anxiety, depression, stress-related issues, and substance abuse. Through ACT, teens learn to build a stronger sense of self, make positive choices, and lead a more meaningful life.

What Our ACT Program Offers

Our ACT program includes a variety of resources and techniques that support each adolescent’s journey toward self-acceptance and purposeful action:

Individual ACT Sessions
In one-on-one sessions, teens work with compassionate therapists to explore their thoughts and feelings without judgment. These sessions focus on helping teens identify their core values and develop practical strategies to pursue a fulfilling life, even in the face of challenges.

Mindfulness Practices
Mindfulness is a core component of ACT. By practicing mindfulness, teens learn to observe their thoughts and emotions without becoming overwhelmed by them. This skill fosters emotional balance and resilience.

Values Identification and Clarification
ACT helps teens identify what truly matters to them. Through values-based exercises, teens learn to focus on meaningful goals, fostering a sense of purpose and direction in their lives.

Commitment to Positive Action
In ACT, teens learn to commit to actions that align with their values, even when faced with uncomfortable emotions. This commitment empowers them to make choices that lead to personal growth and emotional well-being.

Acceptance Strategies
ACT teaches teens how to embrace their thoughts and feelings rather than avoiding or suppressing them. By accepting emotions as part of their experience, they can build a more resilient and adaptable mindset.

At Portum Behavioral Health, our ACT program encourages teens to embrace life’s ups and downs with openness and courage. By focusing on their values and committing to positive actions, teens can navigate challenges with greater confidence and resilience.

If you’d like to learn more about our Acceptance and Commitment Therapy program and how it can support your teen, please reach out. Our team is here to guide you every step of the way.

The primary goal of ACT is to help teens accept their thoughts and feelings without letting them control their actions. By focusing on their values, they can make choices that lead to a fulfilling and meaningful life.

The duration of therapy depends on each individual’s needs. Some teens may benefit from short-term sessions, while others may continue longer to reinforce the skills learned. We work with each teen to create a plan that fits their unique journey.

ACT is particularly effective for treating substance use disorders, anxiety, depression, stress, and mood-related challenges. Our team will assess each teen’s specific needs to determine if ACT is the best fit for them.

During ACT sessions, teens learn mindfulness practices, identify their core values, and develop skills for accepting their emotions. Sessions are designed to help teens feel more present, self-aware, and committed to actions that align with their personal values.

Families can support their teens by encouraging them to explore their values and practice mindfulness at home. Our therapists also provide guidance for families on how to reinforce the skills learned in ACT sessions.

Yes, ACT can be integrated with other therapies, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) or family therapy, to provide a comprehensive treatment approach tailored to each teen’s unique needs.

Reach out by filling out our online form for a private conversation with one of our caring treatment specialists. We’re here to help you explore your options and begin your journey to recovery.

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