Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) Counselling in Milton Keynes
Dr Ravi Sankar
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Milton Keynes MK14
I deliver high quality treatments including CBT (I'm BABCP accredited), ACT, EMDR, Mindfulness Based Therapies, and Adapted CBT for neurodiverse problems.
I am a senior clinical psychologist with over 15 years experience in the NHS and I currently work in private practice. On a day-to-day basis I help people manage stressful life events and deal with many psychological problems. For example, anxiety, PTSD and depression. I can help you develop a rich understanding of your emotional difficulties, learn what has made you stuck, and how to respond flexibly to various challenges. I believe how we think affects what we feel, which in turn affects our actions. Sometimes we need to reflect on how we keep falling into the same traps to move forward in our life. Feel free to contact me.
I deliver high quality treatments including CBT (I'm BABCP accredited), ACT, EMDR, Mindfulness Based Therapies, and Adapted CBT for neurodiverse problems.
I am a senior clinical psychologist with over 15 years experience in the NHS and I currently work in private practice. On a day-to-day basis I help people manage stressful life events and deal with many psychological problems. For example, anxiety, PTSD and depression. I can help you develop a rich understanding of your emotional difficulties, learn what has made you stuck, and how to respond flexibly to various challenges. I believe how we think affects what we feel, which in turn affects our actions. Sometimes we need to reflect on how we keep falling into the same traps to move forward in our life. Feel free to contact me.
I use Clinical Hypnotherapy in combination with Cognitive Behavioural therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment therapy ( ACT).
The areas of expertise are anxiety and anxiety related issues (e.g. panic attacks, phobias and/or obsessions). Also, I work with clients who expereinced trauma and mild depression, or would like to learn how to manage their emotions in a healthy way.
I use Clinical Hypnotherapy in combination with Cognitive Behavioural therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment therapy ( ACT).
The areas of expertise are anxiety and anxiety related issues (e.g. panic attacks, phobias and/or obsessions). Also, I work with clients who expereinced trauma and mild depression, or would like to learn how to manage their emotions in a healthy way.
I can use a range of approaches such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (including trauma-focused CBT and exposure and response prevention), Compassion-Focused Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Interpersonal Psychotherapy for depression, EMDR and psychodynamic-informed work.
Deciding to enter therapy can be daunting. I value building a sense of safety and trust, without judgement and with compassion. We can work at a pace that feels right for you to help you feel heard, seen and understood. I believe that our therapeutic relationship is the foundation for change. I have extensive experience across child, adolescent and adult services. Our work will be tailored to how you want your therapy experience to be and your goals. I value relational dynamics and getting in touch with emotion as a way to alleviate pain.
I can use a range of approaches such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (including trauma-focused CBT and exposure and response prevention), Compassion-Focused Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Interpersonal Psychotherapy for depression, EMDR and psychodynamic-informed work.
Deciding to enter therapy can be daunting. I value building a sense of safety and trust, without judgement and with compassion. We can work at a pace that feels right for you to help you feel heard, seen and understood. I believe that our therapeutic relationship is the foundation for change. I have extensive experience across child, adolescent and adult services. Our work will be tailored to how you want your therapy experience to be and your goals. I value relational dynamics and getting in touch with emotion as a way to alleviate pain.
I have also taken complementary courses on working on-line, Acceptance Commitment Therapy, Bereavement Support (various)
You want to feel better. That's obvious because you wouldn't be reading this otherwise. Maybe you are feeling a sense of loss? Or perhaps you are anxious and overwhelmed. You might have lost a person close to you, your health, your job, or you maybe you are unsure of your place or direction in life. If you are struggling with any of these things counselling can help you start to make sense of things. Whether you feel the need to explore the past in order to make sense of it, or to concentrate on now, to improve your life and identify goals, I can help you with that
I have also taken complementary courses on working on-line, Acceptance Commitment Therapy, Bereavement Support (various)
You want to feel better. That's obvious because you wouldn't be reading this otherwise. Maybe you are feeling a sense of loss? Or perhaps you are anxious and overwhelmed. You might have lost a person close to you, your health, your job, or you maybe you are unsure of your place or direction in life. If you are struggling with any of these things counselling can help you start to make sense of things. Whether you feel the need to explore the past in order to make sense of it, or to concentrate on now, to improve your life and identify goals, I can help you with that
I am trained in a variety of evidence based therapy models such as CBT, ACT, CFT, DBT, EMDR and work with a systemic focus.
I believe that, due to the unrelenting pressures of the world we live in and the way our brains have evolved, everyone can find life difficult sometimes. It is easy for our minds to appear to work against us; getting stuck in loops of painful thoughts and feelings. This can result in depression, anxiety and difficulties with relationships. People who have experienced significant distress, trauma or hurt in life can also, not surprisingly, experience significant difficulties where memories come to haunt us and send us back to previous pain. I hope to help people life the life they want to live, with some sense of agency over pain.
I am trained in a variety of evidence based therapy models such as CBT, ACT, CFT, DBT, EMDR and work with a systemic focus.
I believe that, due to the unrelenting pressures of the world we live in and the way our brains have evolved, everyone can find life difficult sometimes. It is easy for our minds to appear to work against us; getting stuck in loops of painful thoughts and feelings. This can result in depression, anxiety and difficulties with relationships. People who have experienced significant distress, trauma or hurt in life can also, not surprisingly, experience significant difficulties where memories come to haunt us and send us back to previous pain. I hope to help people life the life they want to live, with some sense of agency over pain.
I have always wanted to use my personal and professional experience to support others, especially young people and those living alongside young people. I have a specific passion towards supporting those facing social, emotional and behavioural challenges - including those involved in youth offending. I have a wealth of experience working with young people and vulnerable adults who are experiencing withdrawal or segregation from society, whether that's due to anxiety, depression, social or environmental factors, or situational factors.
I have always wanted to use my personal and professional experience to support others, especially young people and those living alongside young people. I have a specific passion towards supporting those facing social, emotional and behavioural challenges - including those involved in youth offending. I have a wealth of experience working with young people and vulnerable adults who are experiencing withdrawal or segregation from society, whether that's due to anxiety, depression, social or environmental factors, or situational factors.
Hello, my name is Samar and I am a Clinical Psychologist offering psychological and mental health support for a variety of difficulties including low mood, depression, anxiety and trauma. I believe that the therapeutic relationship is central to the success of psychological support, which should be tailored to meet the needs of individuals. Toward that end, I approach my work with compassion and empathy in a collaborative safe space. And I draw from multiple evidence based therapies, seeking to integrate all areas of a client’s life in our work. I bring to my work 26 years in the field of psychology, including 24 in the NHS
Hello, my name is Samar and I am a Clinical Psychologist offering psychological and mental health support for a variety of difficulties including low mood, depression, anxiety and trauma. I believe that the therapeutic relationship is central to the success of psychological support, which should be tailored to meet the needs of individuals. Toward that end, I approach my work with compassion and empathy in a collaborative safe space. And I draw from multiple evidence based therapies, seeking to integrate all areas of a client’s life in our work. I bring to my work 26 years in the field of psychology, including 24 in the NHS
There are times when life can burden people with situations that can leave them feeling overwhelmed, lost, and stuck. We understand how difficult it can be to navigate your way through such challenges and the detriment this can sometimes have on your mental health and wellbeing. We know that sometimes, what is really needed, is a helping hand. That’s why, we are passionate and dedicated to supporting people in their journey and helping them overcome their difficulties and work towards taking positive steps that can help guide them back to leading a satisfying and fulfilling life.
There are times when life can burden people with situations that can leave them feeling overwhelmed, lost, and stuck. We understand how difficult it can be to navigate your way through such challenges and the detriment this can sometimes have on your mental health and wellbeing. We know that sometimes, what is really needed, is a helping hand. That’s why, we are passionate and dedicated to supporting people in their journey and helping them overcome their difficulties and work towards taking positive steps that can help guide them back to leading a satisfying and fulfilling life.
Going to therapy (sometimes known as counselling or psychotherapy) can often feel like a daunting task and finding the courage to take those initial steps can be difficult. You may already feel overwhelmed whilst searching for a therapist and have many questions, such as what do the different approaches and qualifications mean, who is experienced enough and who could help me the best? Regardless of which approach is used, one thing we do know is that the most important factor in creating positive client outcomes is the quality of the relationship between the therapist and client.
Going to therapy (sometimes known as counselling or psychotherapy) can often feel like a daunting task and finding the courage to take those initial steps can be difficult. You may already feel overwhelmed whilst searching for a therapist and have many questions, such as what do the different approaches and qualifications mean, who is experienced enough and who could help me the best? Regardless of which approach is used, one thing we do know is that the most important factor in creating positive client outcomes is the quality of the relationship between the therapist and client.
I am an experienced psychotherapist specialising in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy & EMDR therapy with 15 years of clinical experience. I have worked extensively in the National Health Service as a clinician and team manager with responsibilities over other therapists. I am also a qualified life coach and mentor.
I offer evidence based psychological therapies in line with NICE guidelines for the treatment of depression and anxiety presentations (generalised anxiety disorder, obsessive compulsive disorders, panic, health anxiety, phobias, social anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder, body dysmorphia and long term health conditions
I am an experienced psychotherapist specialising in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy & EMDR therapy with 15 years of clinical experience. I have worked extensively in the National Health Service as a clinician and team manager with responsibilities over other therapists. I am also a qualified life coach and mentor.
I offer evidence based psychological therapies in line with NICE guidelines for the treatment of depression and anxiety presentations (generalised anxiety disorder, obsessive compulsive disorders, panic, health anxiety, phobias, social anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder, body dysmorphia and long term health conditions
My clients appreciate my holistic approach to mental health. Their goal is usually to find their authentic selves, to become more self aware and to thrive and find joy and purpose, not just survive and settle for a life that is not working for them. I offer therapy to everyone because we all want to be seen, heard and understood and that is often at the very heart of Healing.
My clients appreciate my holistic approach to mental health. Their goal is usually to find their authentic selves, to become more self aware and to thrive and find joy and purpose, not just survive and settle for a life that is not working for them. I offer therapy to everyone because we all want to be seen, heard and understood and that is often at the very heart of Healing.
Meet Our Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) Counsellors
I'm Marta, an experienced CBT and EMDR psychotherapist. Over many years of my clinical practice I have gained valuable knowledge of how our minds work and how sometimes they can be our greatest oppressors.
I'm Marta, an experienced CBT and EMDR psychotherapist. Over many years of my clinical practice I have gained valuable knowledge of how our minds work and how sometimes they can be our greatest oppressors.
Luxe Psychology Practice
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
Milton Keynes MK9
I aim for our sessions to be a collaborative space where you bring the expertise on yourself and your experience and I bring the psychological expertise and provide you with a sense of empowerment, understanding, knowledge and skills/tools you can take into your everyday life to improve your current functioning. I use a flexible approach to ensure we meet your individual needs and goals within sessions and I use an integration of approaches including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy & Person-Centred Therapy (Talking Therapy).
I aim for our sessions to be a collaborative space where you bring the expertise on yourself and your experience and I bring the psychological expertise and provide you with a sense of empowerment, understanding, knowledge and skills/tools you can take into your everyday life to improve your current functioning. I use a flexible approach to ensure we meet your individual needs and goals within sessions and I use an integration of approaches including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy & Person-Centred Therapy (Talking Therapy).
A&F Psychological Services Ltd
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Forensic Psych.
Verified Verified
Serves Area
We understand that everyday life is stressful and have worked to make our services as flexible as possible, and adapted to your needs. Our aim is to provide quality assessment, support and psychology services for individuals and their families, to improve mental and emotional well-being. We're a collection of chartered and HCPC registered Psychologists experienced in working with adult and adolescent clients. Our clinicians can support you with a range of issues including depression, anxiety, phobias, and OCD.
We understand that everyday life is stressful and have worked to make our services as flexible as possible, and adapted to your needs. Our aim is to provide quality assessment, support and psychology services for individuals and their families, to improve mental and emotional well-being. We're a collection of chartered and HCPC registered Psychologists experienced in working with adult and adolescent clients. Our clinicians can support you with a range of issues including depression, anxiety, phobias, and OCD.
I can support you with issues which are having a negative impact on your mental health, including, helping you to overcome trauma, manage anxiety and stress or relationship difficulties, change unhelpful or unwanted habits and gain increased confidence and self-esteem. I am motivated by a deep desire to empower you to overcome challenges, find purpose, make positive changes and achieve greater well-being.
I can support you with issues which are having a negative impact on your mental health, including, helping you to overcome trauma, manage anxiety and stress or relationship difficulties, change unhelpful or unwanted habits and gain increased confidence and self-esteem. I am motivated by a deep desire to empower you to overcome challenges, find purpose, make positive changes and achieve greater well-being.
Sometimes we struggle with things in our lives that we don't feel we can (or want to) talk to those closest to us about. Sometimes we feel lost, ashamed or want to gain more insight into something. This is where seeing a therapist can help you.
Sometimes we struggle with things in our lives that we don't feel we can (or want to) talk to those closest to us about. Sometimes we feel lost, ashamed or want to gain more insight into something. This is where seeing a therapist can help you.
Thank you for taking the time to visit my profile. Reaching out is a brave first step toward change.
You may be here because of a difficult past. Perhaps your childhood left you feeling hurt, or you’ve always felt like you don’t quite fit in. Maybe you find yourself overcompensating in social situations, questioning your worth, or wondering what’s “wrong” with you. Do you often feel anxious, struggle to relax around others, or experience emotions like anger, jealousy, or sadness without fully understanding why?
Thank you for taking the time to visit my profile. Reaching out is a brave first step toward change.
You may be here because of a difficult past. Perhaps your childhood left you feeling hurt, or you’ve always felt like you don’t quite fit in. Maybe you find yourself overcompensating in social situations, questioning your worth, or wondering what’s “wrong” with you. Do you often feel anxious, struggle to relax around others, or experience emotions like anger, jealousy, or sadness without fully understanding why?
Welcome to our specialist services.
We offer individual psychotherapy services for people experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, traumatic bereavement, OCD, panic attacks, eating disorders, grief, phobias, pain disorders, performance anxiety, stress, and physical/sexual abuse as well as medical related traumatic experiences. Jacqueline has demonstrated the importance of adopting a holistic approach, using evidence-based psychological therapies of both integrative and CBT modalities as well as incorporating, where necessary, Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing (EMDR).
Welcome to our specialist services.
We offer individual psychotherapy services for people experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, traumatic bereavement, OCD, panic attacks, eating disorders, grief, phobias, pain disorders, performance anxiety, stress, and physical/sexual abuse as well as medical related traumatic experiences. Jacqueline has demonstrated the importance of adopting a holistic approach, using evidence-based psychological therapies of both integrative and CBT modalities as well as incorporating, where necessary, Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing (EMDR).
I am a integrative counsellor (based in Bedfordshire, UK). This means I adapt to you and deliver the best suited therapy for your needs such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Person Centred Therapy , Psychodynamic Therapy and Creative Intervention. I will never enforce a particular way of working with my clients as I believe every individual’s situation is different. I decided to become a counsellor because I am passionate about working alongside people to help them go through their therapeutic process, helping them to achieve their best.
I am a integrative counsellor (based in Bedfordshire, UK). This means I adapt to you and deliver the best suited therapy for your needs such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Person Centred Therapy , Psychodynamic Therapy and Creative Intervention. I will never enforce a particular way of working with my clients as I believe every individual’s situation is different. I decided to become a counsellor because I am passionate about working alongside people to help them go through their therapeutic process, helping them to achieve their best.
Inga Krzyzanowska de Sloan
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Art Therap.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I'm a fully qualified, HCPC registered Art Psychotherapist based from MK / Luton, but I work throughout the Home Counties. I utilise a creative process with clients who present with a wide range of difficulties such as low mood, attachment or relational issues, trauma, psychosis, personality disorders, self-harming behaviours, low self-esteem and anxiety disorders. Art Psychotherapy can enable you to stabilise moods, explore unconscious processes and make progress toward recovery. Using art materials encourages you to express feelings which are difficult to express in words, in a safe, compassionate, non-judgemental space.
I'm a fully qualified, HCPC registered Art Psychotherapist based from MK / Luton, but I work throughout the Home Counties. I utilise a creative process with clients who present with a wide range of difficulties such as low mood, attachment or relational issues, trauma, psychosis, personality disorders, self-harming behaviours, low self-esteem and anxiety disorders. Art Psychotherapy can enable you to stabilise moods, explore unconscious processes and make progress toward recovery. Using art materials encourages you to express feelings which are difficult to express in words, in a safe, compassionate, non-judgemental space.
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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.