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Starting to ACT: Online introduction to Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

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Online/Virtual
On
World Region
Europe
Country
Spain
Language
English
Website
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfw-UEjgIQUVbLSerAqBotWqPKCfGkYQPHxyhMdiZN42eIGNw/viewform?usp=dialog
Presenter
Galia Tanay, Phd, is a therapist, supervisor, and researcher specializing in mindfulness-based therapy with a focus on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). With over a decade of experience, she has taught mindfulness-based approaches, trained, and supervised therapists, medical professionals, and diverse other populations. Galia has published numerous scientific articles and book chapters in the field of mindfulness-based therapy.

A long term yoga and meditation teacher, Galia has practiced intensively in traditional Buddhist centers and has been leading meditation and yoga retreats for the past 15 years. She is also dedicated to creative artistic projects as a musician, vocal artist, and writer, believing that creativity is essential to finding freedom and inner peace.

Her rich and diverse background, coupled with her creative use of various methods, enables Galia to craft meaningful and transformative learning experiences, both personally and professionally.

When?

  • Dates:  10th March, 17th March, 24th March

  • Day/Time: Mondays, 18:00–19:30 (Spain Time)

What to Expect

Join us for an engaging 3-part live online seminar exploring the foundations of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). Each session lasts 90 minutes and offers an interactive, real-time learning experience. Participants can ask questions, share insights, and practice the tools they learn.

To ensure accessibility, all sessions are recorded and will remain available for participants for an entire year.

Course Highlights

This seminar will introduce the core principles of ACT in a clear, practical, and actionable way. By the end of the course, you’ll have a foundational understanding of ACT’s theoretical framework and tools to apply these principles in your personal or professional life.

Session BreakdownSession 1: The HexFlex

  • Understanding "The Happiness Trap" and moving toward a meaningful life

  • Exploring the Hexagon of Psychological Flexibility

  • Mindfulness: The cornerstone of ACT

Session 2: Acceptance and Defusion

  • Recognizing and addressing experiential avoidance

  • Cultivating acceptance

  • Changing your relationship with thoughts through Cognitive Defusion

  • Understanding suffering through ACT processes

Session 3: The Art of Behavioral Change

  • From interpretation to ACTion: Committed actions

  • Values clarification and alignment

  • Mastering the spiral of behavioral change

Why Join This Seminar?

  • Live Learning: Interact with Dr. Galia Tanay and fellow participants in real-time.

  • Comprehensive Access: Enjoy recordings of all sessions, available for a year to revisit and deepen your understanding.

  • Transformational Tools: Gain insights into how to apply ACT principles to enhance well-being and psychological flexibility.