Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) Counselling in Leeds
These include Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT), Cognitive Analytic Therapy (CAT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Schema Therapy, EMDR, Internal Family Systems (IFS), Mindfulness and Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT).
Hello, my name is Pav. I am a registered and chartered clinical psychologist with over 20 years of experience in helping people with a range of problems including: depression, anxiety disorders, low self-esteem, trauma, PTSD, complex PTSD, self-harm, addictions, eating disorders, physical illness, ASD, ADHD, personality difficulties, adjustment disorders and bipolar. I also have experience of supporting those who are experiencing neurological injury, illness or disease.
These include Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT), Cognitive Analytic Therapy (CAT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Schema Therapy, EMDR, Internal Family Systems (IFS), Mindfulness and Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT).
Hello, my name is Pav. I am a registered and chartered clinical psychologist with over 20 years of experience in helping people with a range of problems including: depression, anxiety disorders, low self-esteem, trauma, PTSD, complex PTSD, self-harm, addictions, eating disorders, physical illness, ASD, ADHD, personality difficulties, adjustment disorders and bipolar. I also have experience of supporting those who are experiencing neurological injury, illness or disease.
I also use other therapy methods such as Compassion Focused Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Dialectical Behavioural Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy.
I understand that life’s challenges can sometimes feel overwhelming, triggering distressing emotions, thoughts, or behaviours that seem disconnected from your goals. My focus is on working together with you to better understand your experiences and create meaningful ways to reduce any distress you may be feeling. I strive to provide a compassionate, safe, and non-judgmental space where you feel fully supported.
I also use other therapy methods such as Compassion Focused Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Dialectical Behavioural Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy.
I understand that life’s challenges can sometimes feel overwhelming, triggering distressing emotions, thoughts, or behaviours that seem disconnected from your goals. My focus is on working together with you to better understand your experiences and create meaningful ways to reduce any distress you may be feeling. I strive to provide a compassionate, safe, and non-judgmental space where you feel fully supported.
I help clients make sense of what's happening, build awareness, acceptance, clear goals and a genuine confidence to move forward.
I work with young people (from 12 years), adults, couples and families, in two locations in Leeds, York and online - providing practical, emotional and psychological therapy using the latest therapeutic approaches, evidence from psychology and other sciences (called Human Givens). People may be experiencing anxiety, depression, addiction, self harm, eating disorder, trauma, relationship issues, exploring identity, gender or how neurodiversity is affecting their life. Issues may be recent or longstanding. The focus of support is on helping others to take control of their mental health and wellbeing, to live their life in balance.
I help clients make sense of what's happening, build awareness, acceptance, clear goals and a genuine confidence to move forward.
I work with young people (from 12 years), adults, couples and families, in two locations in Leeds, York and online - providing practical, emotional and psychological therapy using the latest therapeutic approaches, evidence from psychology and other sciences (called Human Givens). People may be experiencing anxiety, depression, addiction, self harm, eating disorder, trauma, relationship issues, exploring identity, gender or how neurodiversity is affecting their life. Issues may be recent or longstanding. The focus of support is on helping others to take control of their mental health and wellbeing, to live their life in balance.
I offer an integrative approach drawing upon these models along with Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Compassion Focused Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.
Perhaps you are seeking psychological therapy for a longstanding difficulty, or maybe you have only recently experienced stressors and are taking the first step in seeking help. Whether you wish for greater understanding, to develop coping strategies or to address an earlier trauma, I offer a compassionate and empathic space to help you to move forwards in your recovery.
I offer an integrative approach drawing upon these models along with Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Compassion Focused Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.
Perhaps you are seeking psychological therapy for a longstanding difficulty, or maybe you have only recently experienced stressors and are taking the first step in seeking help. Whether you wish for greater understanding, to develop coping strategies or to address an earlier trauma, I offer a compassionate and empathic space to help you to move forwards in your recovery.
I am an accredited Member of the BACP, and have trained in Dialectical Behavioural Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
I am an experienced psychotherapist and am the manager and clinical lead for a counselling service at a university. I specialise in trauma, emotional distress, anxiety and depression. I draw upon different theories in order to provide the most appropriate therapeutic support to each of my clients, leading to good outcomes. I believe counselling can help us see the unhelpful patterns we find ourselves in and explain why they are happening. This can then lead to a shift in perspective, and help us work towards permanent. I believe my role is to assist clients through this process, and and support them move towards the life they want
I am an accredited Member of the BACP, and have trained in Dialectical Behavioural Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
I am an experienced psychotherapist and am the manager and clinical lead for a counselling service at a university. I specialise in trauma, emotional distress, anxiety and depression. I draw upon different theories in order to provide the most appropriate therapeutic support to each of my clients, leading to good outcomes. I believe counselling can help us see the unhelpful patterns we find ourselves in and explain why they are happening. This can then lead to a shift in perspective, and help us work towards permanent. I believe my role is to assist clients through this process, and and support them move towards the life they want
I use a variety of therapeutic models including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and EMDR, as well as therapy informed by Compassion focussed therapy (CFT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT) and Cognitive Analytic Therapy (CAT), which provides a more relational approach.
I'm a clinical psychologist offering compassionate and non-judgmental therapy for individuals experiencing a variety of difficulties. Life can be hard and we all experience difficult times when we would benefit from support and additional ways of managing. I provide an individual approach to ensure the therapy best meets your needs. I will help you to make sense of your difficulties and learn new ways of coping to help you to move forward. Please contact me at carolinedunsmuirwhite@protonmail.com
I use a variety of therapeutic models including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and EMDR, as well as therapy informed by Compassion focussed therapy (CFT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT) and Cognitive Analytic Therapy (CAT), which provides a more relational approach.
I'm a clinical psychologist offering compassionate and non-judgmental therapy for individuals experiencing a variety of difficulties. Life can be hard and we all experience difficult times when we would benefit from support and additional ways of managing. I provide an individual approach to ensure the therapy best meets your needs. I will help you to make sense of your difficulties and learn new ways of coping to help you to move forward. Please contact me at carolinedunsmuirwhite@protonmail.com
Fenix CBT Psychotherapy, Autism and OCD Specialist
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Verified Verified
Leeds LS15
I completed BSc undergraduate degree in Psychology, Postgraduate Diploma in CBT and Level 3 Diploma in DBT and I also have (amongst many others) EMDR, ACT and Compassionate Mind training.
At Fenix CBT we specialise in CBT/DBT therapy specifically adapted to autistic adults, children and young people, OCD (ERP) and PTSD. We can also help if you are struggling with panic, other forms of anxiety or depression. In addition to myself, we also have a team of experienced associate therapists with immediate availability for on-line and face sessions.
I completed BSc undergraduate degree in Psychology, Postgraduate Diploma in CBT and Level 3 Diploma in DBT and I also have (amongst many others) EMDR, ACT and Compassionate Mind training.
At Fenix CBT we specialise in CBT/DBT therapy specifically adapted to autistic adults, children and young people, OCD (ERP) and PTSD. We can also help if you are struggling with panic, other forms of anxiety or depression. In addition to myself, we also have a team of experienced associate therapists with immediate availability for on-line and face sessions.
I'm fully trained in EMDR and draw on compassionate mind and ACT approaches in my work with adults experiencing a variety of difficulties including anxiety, depression, OCD and PTSD, survivors of sexual abuse, people experiencing difficulties in relationships and difficulties surrounding pregnancy, birth and beyond - developing richer, more fulfilling lives.
Hello, I'm Victoria. Making that first step towards getting support can be daunting- it can be difficult to know what you need. The most important factor is finding a therapist who you can build a trusting and safe relationship with and that will be an important part of our work together. I'm an HCPC registered Clinical Psychologist with over 15 years experience. I offer a safe and confidential service to adults experiencing a wide variety of mental health difficulties. I'm interested in understanding the ways your experiences in life have influenced how you've learned to navigate your relationships and the world.
I'm fully trained in EMDR and draw on compassionate mind and ACT approaches in my work with adults experiencing a variety of difficulties including anxiety, depression, OCD and PTSD, survivors of sexual abuse, people experiencing difficulties in relationships and difficulties surrounding pregnancy, birth and beyond - developing richer, more fulfilling lives.
Hello, I'm Victoria. Making that first step towards getting support can be daunting- it can be difficult to know what you need. The most important factor is finding a therapist who you can build a trusting and safe relationship with and that will be an important part of our work together. I'm an HCPC registered Clinical Psychologist with over 15 years experience. I offer a safe and confidential service to adults experiencing a wide variety of mental health difficulties. I'm interested in understanding the ways your experiences in life have influenced how you've learned to navigate your relationships and the world.
Above all else I believe that the act of attending therapy is theraputic.
I believe that in times like these it is only natural to feel anxious and depressed. It is only natural to be emotional. Perhaps you are tired of being made to feel like a problem to be solved? Are you fed up up of people trying to fix you when it is the world that is broken? You might have had a bad experience with therapy in the past? I hear you. As your therapist I will help you learn to recognise what your emotions are trying to tell you. I will help you to make peace with yourself and in doing so allow your self esteem to flourish.
Above all else I believe that the act of attending therapy is theraputic.
I believe that in times like these it is only natural to feel anxious and depressed. It is only natural to be emotional. Perhaps you are tired of being made to feel like a problem to be solved? Are you fed up up of people trying to fix you when it is the world that is broken? You might have had a bad experience with therapy in the past? I hear you. As your therapist I will help you learn to recognise what your emotions are trying to tell you. I will help you to make peace with yourself and in doing so allow your self esteem to flourish.
I work mainly in a mix of Person Centred, Compassion Focused and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, striving to understand your situation and working with you to reduce distress and increase life satisfaction.
HI I'm Jim. I work with clients with various mental health issues, but especially those involving anxiety and depression. Whether you're just looking for an empathetic ear or want a better understanding of feelings and what you can do with them, we can work together in a way that suits your needs in a private office 10 minutes' walk from Guiseley train station (or online).
I work mainly in a mix of Person Centred, Compassion Focused and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, striving to understand your situation and working with you to reduce distress and increase life satisfaction.
HI I'm Jim. I work with clients with various mental health issues, but especially those involving anxiety and depression. Whether you're just looking for an empathetic ear or want a better understanding of feelings and what you can do with them, we can work together in a way that suits your needs in a private office 10 minutes' walk from Guiseley train station (or online).
I specialise in Compassion Focussed Therapy (CFT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT) and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) to support my clients.
Are you struggling with the stress and pressures of busy life, experiencing anxiety, burnout or low mood? Are you experiencing a particular challenge in life? Do you need space and time to explore your life experiences, or find a new way to move forwards? If so, I’d love to hear from you. My name is Dr Hjordis Donoghue, I’m a Clinical Psychologist and have over 20 years of experience helping people just like you. I specialise in working with stress and burnout, supporting people to find a better balance in life, enhance wellbeing and develop greater self-compassion.
I specialise in Compassion Focussed Therapy (CFT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT) and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) to support my clients.
Are you struggling with the stress and pressures of busy life, experiencing anxiety, burnout or low mood? Are you experiencing a particular challenge in life? Do you need space and time to explore your life experiences, or find a new way to move forwards? If so, I’d love to hear from you. My name is Dr Hjordis Donoghue, I’m a Clinical Psychologist and have over 20 years of experience helping people just like you. I specialise in working with stress and burnout, supporting people to find a better balance in life, enhance wellbeing and develop greater self-compassion.
Meet Our Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) Counsellors
It’s an act of self-care and compassion and never a sign of weakness.
I am an integrative therapist, which means I’ve trained in a wide range of areas and draw and incorporate understanding from different modalities and interdisciplinary insights. I believe that no one size fits all and we are all our own selves. I will not try to fit you into a particular therapeutic modal. I will strive to tailor my practice around your need
It’s an act of self-care and compassion and never a sign of weakness.
I am an integrative therapist, which means I’ve trained in a wide range of areas and draw and incorporate understanding from different modalities and interdisciplinary insights. I believe that no one size fits all and we are all our own selves. I will not try to fit you into a particular therapeutic modal. I will strive to tailor my practice around your need
By combining CBT, DBT, ACT and Person-Centred theory, we will work together to name feelings, understand reactions, and build the tools they need to navigate daily stress, peer conflict, meltdowns and life changes.
Is your teen constantly frustrated, angry, or overwhelmed,often struggling to explain why?
Do big emotions take over, making relationships harder and school feel like a battlefield? You're not alone—and neither are they.
I help young people who feel stuck, misunderstood, or on edge. Whether it’s anger outbursts, friendship drama, anxiety around school or social media, or just that heavy, "everything's too much" feeling, I create a calm, creative space where teens can safely explore what's really going on underneath it all. If detentions, meltdowns, or shut-downs are the norm, let's change that story.
By combining CBT, DBT, ACT and Person-Centred theory, we will work together to name feelings, understand reactions, and build the tools they need to navigate daily stress, peer conflict, meltdowns and life changes.
Is your teen constantly frustrated, angry, or overwhelmed,often struggling to explain why?
Do big emotions take over, making relationships harder and school feel like a battlefield? You're not alone—and neither are they.
I help young people who feel stuck, misunderstood, or on edge. Whether it’s anger outbursts, friendship drama, anxiety around school or social media, or just that heavy, "everything's too much" feeling, I create a calm, creative space where teens can safely explore what's really going on underneath it all. If detentions, meltdowns, or shut-downs are the norm, let's change that story.
I have continued to draw on my clinical practise whilst also training on the MSc in CBT-Third wave approaches, for example, Compassionate Focused Therapy (CFT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT) and CBT-Mindfulness.
I am an accredited Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapy (CBT) offering a professional, collaborative and confidential service to Children, Young People, Families and Adults. I have worked across a variety of services over the last 15 years, such as Local Authority, Children’s Services, Schools, Charities, Adult Services (LMWS) and Children and Young Peoples Mental Health Services (CYPMHS), with children, young people, families and adults.
I have continued to draw on my clinical practise whilst also training on the MSc in CBT-Third wave approaches, for example, Compassionate Focused Therapy (CFT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ( ACT) and CBT-Mindfulness.
I am an accredited Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapy (CBT) offering a professional, collaborative and confidential service to Children, Young People, Families and Adults. I have worked across a variety of services over the last 15 years, such as Local Authority, Children’s Services, Schools, Charities, Adult Services (LMWS) and Children and Young Peoples Mental Health Services (CYPMHS), with children, young people, families and adults.
I use CBT and EMDR as my main mode of therapy but use an integrative approach, drawing on elements of ACT, CFT, TA.
I have a keen interest in working with complex or stuck grief/bereavement and trauma issues. Enabling those effected to process the loss and regain a sense of control and start to move forward.
I use CBT and EMDR as my main mode of therapy but use an integrative approach, drawing on elements of ACT, CFT, TA.
I have a keen interest in working with complex or stuck grief/bereavement and trauma issues. Enabling those effected to process the loss and regain a sense of control and start to move forward.
Trained in Dyadic Developmental Psychotherapy Level 1 and ACT, I am equipped to support teenagers in building resilience and encouraging personal growth.
I specialise in supporting children, young people, and families facing a wide range of mental health challenges, including anxiety, depression, trauma, and behavioural issues. With a commitment to inclusivity, I have extensive experience working with neurodiverse individuals, ensuring that each client receives tailored and effective support.
Trained in Dyadic Developmental Psychotherapy Level 1 and ACT, I am equipped to support teenagers in building resilience and encouraging personal growth.
I specialise in supporting children, young people, and families facing a wide range of mental health challenges, including anxiety, depression, trauma, and behavioural issues. With a commitment to inclusivity, I have extensive experience working with neurodiverse individuals, ensuring that each client receives tailored and effective support.
I am trained to offer Cognitive-Behaviour Therapy (CBT) , Trauma-focussed CBT, Eye Movement De-Sensitisation Reprocessing (EMDR), Compassion-based therapy, Mindfulness, Acceptance and Commitement therapy ( ACT) and Dialectical Behviour Therapy (DBT).
I am a Chartered Clinical Psychologist with over 25 years post-qualification experience of working with adults in the NHS. I am registered with the Health & Care Professions Council (HCPC) and the British Psychological Society. I am an accredited practitioner in EMDR. I help people with a range of emotional difficulties, including low mood, anxiety (Generalised Anxiety Disorder), obsessive-compulsive problems, eating issues, PTSD and dealing with the effects of trauma or abuse, low self esteem, relationship difficulties, loss, and adjustment difficulties following stressful life events.
I am trained to offer Cognitive-Behaviour Therapy (CBT) , Trauma-focussed CBT, Eye Movement De-Sensitisation Reprocessing (EMDR), Compassion-based therapy, Mindfulness, Acceptance and Commitement therapy ( ACT) and Dialectical Behviour Therapy (DBT).
I am a Chartered Clinical Psychologist with over 25 years post-qualification experience of working with adults in the NHS. I am registered with the Health & Care Professions Council (HCPC) and the British Psychological Society. I am an accredited practitioner in EMDR. I help people with a range of emotional difficulties, including low mood, anxiety (Generalised Anxiety Disorder), obsessive-compulsive problems, eating issues, PTSD and dealing with the effects of trauma or abuse, low self esteem, relationship difficulties, loss, and adjustment difficulties following stressful life events.
I work integratively, using a range of psychological models, including ACT, CFT, DBT and CBT.
I am a registered psychologist dedicated to empowering adults and young people with learning disabilities, neurodiversity, and mental health conditions. With over 15 years of experience in NHS mental health services, I offer tailored support for psychological challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma and adjustment difficulties. I use evidence-based therapies to provide, personalized and compassionate care. I offer a warm and non judgmental space, where individuals feel safe to explore their emotions and work toward greater well-being and fulfilment.
I work integratively, using a range of psychological models, including ACT, CFT, DBT and CBT.
I am a registered psychologist dedicated to empowering adults and young people with learning disabilities, neurodiversity, and mental health conditions. With over 15 years of experience in NHS mental health services, I offer tailored support for psychological challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma and adjustment difficulties. I use evidence-based therapies to provide, personalized and compassionate care. I offer a warm and non judgmental space, where individuals feel safe to explore their emotions and work toward greater well-being and fulfilment.
I am experienced in multiple modalities including CBT, ACT, Systemic Therapy and DBT Skills.
Hi! I'm a registered Clinical Psychologist with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC), available online via Zoom or MS Teams and also over the phone. I'm passionate about helping others through therapy and will take time to listen and understand your situation to help you create the change you want.
I have worked with clients across the lifespan, treating psychological difficulties including: anxiety, panic, depression, bipolar, psychotic depression, schizophrenia, delusional disorder, hoarding, OCD, disordered eating, emotional dysregulation, personality disorders, specific phobias and trauma.
I am experienced in multiple modalities including CBT, ACT, Systemic Therapy and DBT Skills.
Hi! I'm a registered Clinical Psychologist with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC), available online via Zoom or MS Teams and also over the phone. I'm passionate about helping others through therapy and will take time to listen and understand your situation to help you create the change you want.
I have worked with clients across the lifespan, treating psychological difficulties including: anxiety, panic, depression, bipolar, psychotic depression, schizophrenia, delusional disorder, hoarding, OCD, disordered eating, emotional dysregulation, personality disorders, specific phobias and trauma.
Dr Stephanie Ennis- Balance Psychology
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
My main approaches are Acceptance and commitment therapy ( ACT) and compassion focused therapy (CFT).
Are you sick and tired of your whole life being focused around food and trying to lose weight? Have you tried extremely hard to stick to the latest diet trends only to find you can't (because you're not a robot) and then the weight goes back on and more? Do you use food as a way to manage difficult emotions? If so then you are not alone. Fad diets are set up to fail and leave people feeling hopeless with even less confidence than before. Even the slogan "Eat less, move more" that gets banded about by the government is much too simplistic and doesn't even get close to the complex reason why people might struggle with their weight.
My main approaches are Acceptance and commitment therapy ( ACT) and compassion focused therapy (CFT).
Are you sick and tired of your whole life being focused around food and trying to lose weight? Have you tried extremely hard to stick to the latest diet trends only to find you can't (because you're not a robot) and then the weight goes back on and more? Do you use food as a way to manage difficult emotions? If so then you are not alone. Fad diets are set up to fail and leave people feeling hopeless with even less confidence than before. Even the slogan "Eat less, move more" that gets banded about by the government is much too simplistic and doesn't even get close to the complex reason why people might struggle with their weight.
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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.