APA Citation
Twohig, M. P., Ong, C., Krafft, J., Barney, J., & Levin, M. E. (2019). Starting off on the right foot in acceptance and commitment therapy. Psychotherapy (Chicago, Ill.), 56, 16-20. doi: 10.1037/pst0000209
Publication Topic
ACT: Conceptual
Publication Type
Article
Language
English
Abstract
This article describes the initial phase of acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT). The article begins with a review of ACT's theoretical orientation. Basic empirical support for ACT and its model are covered. A case description follows that highlights the initial phases of ACT. The article concludes with practical recommendations for starting therapy using ACT.