Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) Therapists in H7V
Sabrina Bruno
Counsellor, MEd, BA, co
Verified Verified
Laval, QC H7V
Life is full of unexpected challenges and sometimes we need a little extra support to manage it all. With over 10 years of counselling experience, my aim is to create a safe and supportive environment to help you navigate the difficult moments in your life. My approach is integrative and holistic, tailoring sessions to your specific needs. I want to support you in achieving your goals, as well as develop your coping skills to help you live your most fulfilling and satisfying life. Seeking help is never an easy decision, but it is often the first step to creating meaningful and long-lasting change.
Life is full of unexpected challenges and sometimes we need a little extra support to manage it all. With over 10 years of counselling experience, my aim is to create a safe and supportive environment to help you navigate the difficult moments in your life. My approach is integrative and holistic, tailoring sessions to your specific needs. I want to support you in achieving your goals, as well as develop your coping skills to help you live your most fulfilling and satisfying life. Seeking help is never an easy decision, but it is often the first step to creating meaningful and long-lasting change.
Dr. Stella Benarroch
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Laval, QC H7V
Our team provides services utilizing best practices. We recently expanded our services to include adults as well as children and their families. In my 30 years working in mental health, I have held positions in a specialized school, a young offender facility, several psychiatric and medical facilities, as well as in several private practices. In my last position, I held the role of clinical director in a national multidisciplinary practice (Collage Pediatric Therapy). Currently, I am co-founder and director of a multidisciplinary practice providing speech-language, ABA, guidance, and psychology services to children and adults.
Our team provides services utilizing best practices. We recently expanded our services to include adults as well as children and their families. In my 30 years working in mental health, I have held positions in a specialized school, a young offender facility, several psychiatric and medical facilities, as well as in several private practices. In my last position, I held the role of clinical director in a national multidisciplinary practice (Collage Pediatric Therapy). Currently, I am co-founder and director of a multidisciplinary practice providing speech-language, ABA, guidance, and psychology services to children and adults.
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Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) Counsellors
How does acceptance and commitment therapy work?
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy encourages a person to listen to their self-talk. A person’s inner dialog can be indicative of how they treat themselves. ACT also encourages self-compassion; this can lead to a better understanding of negative thought patterns and emotional states. This understanding can then lead the individual to needed behavior change.
What are the goals of acceptance and commitment therapy?
The goal of acceptance and commitment is to expand a person’s psychological flexibility, a trait that encourages an individual to live in the present moment and to accept all their thoughts, feelings, and emotions, even ones that are difficult such as sadness and anxiety. In ACT, this acceptance is congruent with the individual’s values and beliefs.
Does acceptance and commitment therapy work for depression?
Acceptance and commitment therapy is effective for depression because it allows the individual to view their discomfort and suffering differently. Depressive feelings about relationship heartaches, for example, are a part of life. A despondent person learns to let go of their struggles and instead view their painful thoughts and feelings with compassion. This will lead the individual toward positive change.
How long are people typically in acceptance and commitment therapy?
A typical acceptance and commitment therapy session is 50 minutes long with one session per week. Treatment for common problems such as anxiety, depression, or relationship difficulties can last between eight weeks to four months. However, more severe cases may require more than one session a week and/or a longer time frame for treatment.