Therapists in Sugar House, Salt Lake City, UT

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Steve Exarhos
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Sugar House, Salt Lake City, UT 84106
I utilize various components of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), and Mindfulness techniques with a Psychodynamic approach.
My approach to therapy is empathic, collaborative, and unique to each individual's own needs. I believe the most important component of effective counseling is a genuine relational connection. I strive to create a therapeutic environment in which clients feel comfortable, respected, supported, and understood so that they may actively explore personal issues and experiment with new ways of thinking and behaving. Too often we spend our lives living either in the past or in the future, and consequently struggling with feelings of depression or anxiety.
I utilize various components of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), and Mindfulness techniques with a Psychodynamic approach.
My approach to therapy is empathic, collaborative, and unique to each individual's own needs. I believe the most important component of effective counseling is a genuine relational connection. I strive to create a therapeutic environment in which clients feel comfortable, respected, supported, and understood so that they may actively explore personal issues and experiment with new ways of thinking and behaving. Too often we spend our lives living either in the past or in the future, and consequently struggling with feelings of depression or anxiety.
(801) 845-4770 View (801) 845-4770
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Dave Borba
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
Sugar House, Salt Lake City, UT 84106
My approach is eclectic and embodies a variety of modalities including CBT, ACT, Mindfulness, MI, and a dash of Jungian philosophy.
Life is a journey of ebbs and flows. Sometimes we get, or feel, lost along the way, and that's okay. It's actually the natural way of things. Though there is wisdom in the saying, “This too shall pass", it doesn't mean that you go through the challenges of life on your own. Fostering connection and greater insight is the heart of my inspiration toward helping others discover themselves and the world around them with greater clarity and sense of well-being. Clients that gravitate toward my style and approach are often navigating symptoms of depression and anxiety while seeking healthier relationships with themselves and others.
My approach is eclectic and embodies a variety of modalities including CBT, ACT, Mindfulness, MI, and a dash of Jungian philosophy.
Life is a journey of ebbs and flows. Sometimes we get, or feel, lost along the way, and that's okay. It's actually the natural way of things. Though there is wisdom in the saying, “This too shall pass", it doesn't mean that you go through the challenges of life on your own. Fostering connection and greater insight is the heart of my inspiration toward helping others discover themselves and the world around them with greater clarity and sense of well-being. Clients that gravitate toward my style and approach are often navigating symptoms of depression and anxiety while seeking healthier relationships with themselves and others.
(385) 270-8201 View (385) 270-8201
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Taylor Day Jonaitis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Sugar House, Salt Lake City, UT 84106  (Online Only)
I help adults experiencing anger, trauma, substance abuse, relationship issues, depression, and anxiety. I believe in individualized care and will work with you to identify the best therapeutic direction. I am trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).
I help adults experiencing anger, trauma, substance abuse, relationship issues, depression, and anxiety. I believe in individualized care and will work with you to identify the best therapeutic direction. I am trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).
(385) 492-6976 View (385) 492-6976
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Diana Miller
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Sugar House, Salt Lake City, UT 84106  (Online Only)
Accepting NEW Clients - - - Are you living your best life? Are you feeling stuck? I provide evidence based treatments to help you experience a life with meaning and purpose and to feel better quickly. During our sessions, my goal is for you to feel unconditional acceptance and compassion in our relationship. My style is friendly, light-hearted and I use humor quite a bit. I will work with your strengths and unique needs to cultivate an environment where you can learn the skills to boost the quality of your life.
Accepting NEW Clients - - - Are you living your best life? Are you feeling stuck? I provide evidence based treatments to help you experience a life with meaning and purpose and to feel better quickly. During our sessions, my goal is for you to feel unconditional acceptance and compassion in our relationship. My style is friendly, light-hearted and I use humor quite a bit. I will work with your strengths and unique needs to cultivate an environment where you can learn the skills to boost the quality of your life.
(385) 503-8394 View (385) 503-8394
Breanna Lambert
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, CSW
Verified Verified
Sugar House, Salt Lake City, UT 84105
Waitlist for new clients
My experience includes working with clients in trauma and crisis settings. I also have experience with helping clients develop a healthy body image, reducing anxiety and depression, navigating faith related struggles, aiding in the grief process, and healing from race related trauma. I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. Working with the LGBTQ+ community, Latinx community, and Black community in Utah has solidified my approach to be patient centered.
My experience includes working with clients in trauma and crisis settings. I also have experience with helping clients develop a healthy body image, reducing anxiety and depression, navigating faith related struggles, aiding in the grief process, and healing from race related trauma. I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. Working with the LGBTQ+ community, Latinx community, and Black community in Utah has solidified my approach to be patient centered.
(385) 399-1960 View (385) 399-1960
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Willow Therapy Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MPH, PMH-C
Verified Verified
Sugar House, Salt Lake City, UT 84106  (Online Only)
I use a trauma-informed approach and have extensive training in EMDR, CBT, DBT, Motivational Interviewing, ACT, ERP and Advanced Grief training.
Reaching out for support is hard. You are brave for being here! My name is Julia Ewanowski. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and I also have my Masters of Public Health. I specialize in perinatal mental health, or mood and anxiety changes that happen before, during & after pregnancy, perinatal trauma, OCD, grief & loss, infertility, parenting struggles, adoption and relationship conflicts. I also treat the mental health conditions that can accompany chronic health conditions, health-related traumas, terminal illness & caregiver burnout.
I use a trauma-informed approach and have extensive training in EMDR, CBT, DBT, Motivational Interviewing, ACT, ERP and Advanced Grief training.
Reaching out for support is hard. You are brave for being here! My name is Julia Ewanowski. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and I also have my Masters of Public Health. I specialize in perinatal mental health, or mood and anxiety changes that happen before, during & after pregnancy, perinatal trauma, OCD, grief & loss, infertility, parenting struggles, adoption and relationship conflicts. I also treat the mental health conditions that can accompany chronic health conditions, health-related traumas, terminal illness & caregiver burnout.
(385) 375-7250 View (385) 375-7250
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SLC Psych
PsyD
Verified Verified
Sugar House, Salt Lake City, UT 84109
Group therapy services are scheduled throughout the year with offerings of MBSR, Mindful Self-Compassion, ACT, and process groups for enhancing growth around stress management and interpersonal relationships.
We believe in the art and science of therapy. Our goal is to help you achieve vitality, wellness, and resilience. We promise to create a safe, warm, and welcoming environment. It is our mission to leave you feeling confident in your ability to manage life and create positive change.
Group therapy services are scheduled throughout the year with offerings of MBSR, Mindful Self-Compassion, ACT, and process groups for enhancing growth around stress management and interpersonal relationships.
We believe in the art and science of therapy. Our goal is to help you achieve vitality, wellness, and resilience. We promise to create a safe, warm, and welcoming environment. It is our mission to leave you feeling confident in your ability to manage life and create positive change.
(801) 662-0643 View (801) 662-0643
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Janelle Spink
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Sugar House, Salt Lake City, UT 84106
I specialize in providing comprehensive Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and use a variety of other techniques and therapeutic modalities including ACT, values work, mindfulness, and CBT.
I specialize in working with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression and other emotional difficulties that interfere with your daily life. Fears and worries, feeling unmotivated and distressed, all takes a toll on the ability to live the life that you want. Sometimes it is difficult to pinpoint the reason why you feel disconnected or how to best problem-solve and get back on track.
I specialize in providing comprehensive Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and use a variety of other techniques and therapeutic modalities including ACT, values work, mindfulness, and CBT.
I specialize in working with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression and other emotional difficulties that interfere with your daily life. Fears and worries, feeling unmotivated and distressed, all takes a toll on the ability to live the life that you want. Sometimes it is difficult to pinpoint the reason why you feel disconnected or how to best problem-solve and get back on track.
(801) 754-4736 View (801) 754-4736
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Taylor Hansen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Sugar House, Salt Lake City, UT 84106  (Online Only)
Do you struggle with unwanted thoughts/feelings? Do you find that your own internal discomfort pulls you away from acting and behaving like the person you want to be? Do you experience a lack of peace as you attempt to direct life in the manner you choose? When life hasn't or isn't materializing as you wish, there is hope. Internal distress can be managed with practical, simple processes learned in Acceptance and Commitment therapy (ACT).
Do you struggle with unwanted thoughts/feelings? Do you find that your own internal discomfort pulls you away from acting and behaving like the person you want to be? Do you experience a lack of peace as you attempt to direct life in the manner you choose? When life hasn't or isn't materializing as you wish, there is hope. Internal distress can be managed with practical, simple processes learned in Acceptance and Commitment therapy (ACT).
(385) 438-3320 View (385) 438-3320
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Steven R Jones
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Sugar House, Salt Lake City, UT 84106
Increase resilience and experience greater life fulfillment. Fostering a mutual respect and collaborative relationship with clients to achieve defined goals lies at the heart of my practice. My approach to therapy honors each of my client's unique life experiences, positive and negative, by utilizing a trauma-informed lens to guide each client through accessing their strengths and building skills in order to increase resilience and experience greater life fulfillment. I employ a variety of therapeutic modalities to conceptualize problems and create interventions, including acceptance and commitment therapy, mindfulness practices, cognitive behavioral therapy, and treatments rooted in the latest neuroscience.
Increase resilience and experience greater life fulfillment. Fostering a mutual respect and collaborative relationship with clients to achieve defined goals lies at the heart of my practice. My approach to therapy honors each of my client's unique life experiences, positive and negative, by utilizing a trauma-informed lens to guide each client through accessing their strengths and building skills in order to increase resilience and experience greater life fulfillment. I employ a variety of therapeutic modalities to conceptualize problems and create interventions, including acceptance and commitment therapy, mindfulness practices, cognitive behavioral therapy, and treatments rooted in the latest neuroscience.
(801) 717-9905 View (801) 717-9905
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Francine Miller
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sugar House, Salt Lake City, UT 84106
I have experience and training in multiple treatment modalities (including CBT, ACT, TFCBT, PCIT, PMT, perinatal through PSI).
It takes just a little bit of courage to start a new life journey. Whether you are here reading this for yourself or for a child/teenager. I can help transform that little bit of courage into a bounty of skills and tools for self improvement. As a client you will sense how much I care. You deserve to live a life that you are excited to wake up to every day.
I have experience and training in multiple treatment modalities (including CBT, ACT, TFCBT, PCIT, PMT, perinatal through PSI).
It takes just a little bit of courage to start a new life journey. Whether you are here reading this for yourself or for a child/teenager. I can help transform that little bit of courage into a bounty of skills and tools for self improvement. As a client you will sense how much I care. You deserve to live a life that you are excited to wake up to every day.
(385) 406-3607 View (385) 406-3607
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Anne Petersen
Pre-Licensed Professional, CSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Sugar House, Salt Lake City, UT 84106
Hi, I am Anne! I am here to help young adults, older adults, and anyone in-between overcome life's obstacles with a side of humor and a heap of empathy. I work with adults who are struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, faith transitions, and issues specific to the LGBTQIA+ community. I also have experience working with people in hospice, those with chronic or terminal illness, and caregivers. In sessions I use evidence-based and trauma-informed approaches such as ACT, CBT, ART (Accelerated Resolution Therapy) and several mindfulness techniques.
Hi, I am Anne! I am here to help young adults, older adults, and anyone in-between overcome life's obstacles with a side of humor and a heap of empathy. I work with adults who are struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, faith transitions, and issues specific to the LGBTQIA+ community. I also have experience working with people in hospice, those with chronic or terminal illness, and caregivers. In sessions I use evidence-based and trauma-informed approaches such as ACT, CBT, ART (Accelerated Resolution Therapy) and several mindfulness techniques.
(385) 438-4270 View (385) 438-4270
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Kimberlie (Kimi) Simms
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Sugar House, Salt Lake City, UT 84106  (Online Only)
If you are looking for a therapist who will provide options and empowerment as you work toward self-compassion, self-respect, and self-acceptance, as you work toward healing, please reach out.
Throughout our lives, we are taught how to be a good friend, a good family member, and to be kind and considerate to others. Unfortunately, people often are not taught how to be nice to oneself. As a therapist, I strive to assist clients in self-exploration and self-compassion and working towards self-acceptance. The real change starts with us as individuals. Once we start to take care of ourselves, and make those steps towards internal healing, there is a ripple effect towards improving our relationships with others. All parts of us are important, especially those parts of us we want to avoid and reject.
If you are looking for a therapist who will provide options and empowerment as you work toward self-compassion, self-respect, and self-acceptance, as you work toward healing, please reach out.
Throughout our lives, we are taught how to be a good friend, a good family member, and to be kind and considerate to others. Unfortunately, people often are not taught how to be nice to oneself. As a therapist, I strive to assist clients in self-exploration and self-compassion and working towards self-acceptance. The real change starts with us as individuals. Once we start to take care of ourselves, and make those steps towards internal healing, there is a ripple effect towards improving our relationships with others. All parts of us are important, especially those parts of us we want to avoid and reject.
(773) 694-9370 View (773) 694-9370
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Green Willow Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LMFT, CSW, MSW, MS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sugar House, Salt Lake City, UT 84106
We use trauma informed and spiritually-guided modalities in our practice, such as: IFS, ACT, EMDR & TF-CBT.
At Green Willow we specialize in working with teens and adults who are struggling with childhood trauma and abuse, PTSD, relationships, women's specific concerns, depression, anxiety, stress, LGBTQ, and life adjustment concerns. We work with adolescents and adults who are struggling with mood disorders, family dynamics, coping skills, and emotional dysregulation. We provide a peaceful and supportive environment to explore past traumas, discuss current concerns, and plan for a more fulfilling future. We believe that each of us has the capacity for healing and growth, and that within us we contain the answers for a more joyful life.
We use trauma informed and spiritually-guided modalities in our practice, such as: IFS, ACT, EMDR & TF-CBT.
At Green Willow we specialize in working with teens and adults who are struggling with childhood trauma and abuse, PTSD, relationships, women's specific concerns, depression, anxiety, stress, LGBTQ, and life adjustment concerns. We work with adolescents and adults who are struggling with mood disorders, family dynamics, coping skills, and emotional dysregulation. We provide a peaceful and supportive environment to explore past traumas, discuss current concerns, and plan for a more fulfilling future. We believe that each of us has the capacity for healing and growth, and that within us we contain the answers for a more joyful life.
(385) 376-1848 View (385) 376-1848
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Cody Lockyer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sugar House, Salt Lake City, UT 84106  (Online Only)
Navigating through the difficulties in life can often feel overwhelming. The journey of understanding, processing, and healing can seem daunting. You do not have to travel that path alone. If you are looking to move forward with your life, break feelings of being stuck, or better understand your place in the world then therapy can help tremendously. Trauma, crisis, loss, anxiety, and depression are only a few examples of barriers that be overcome within our therapy. Together, we can work to achieve the life that you want to have.
Navigating through the difficulties in life can often feel overwhelming. The journey of understanding, processing, and healing can seem daunting. You do not have to travel that path alone. If you are looking to move forward with your life, break feelings of being stuck, or better understand your place in the world then therapy can help tremendously. Trauma, crisis, loss, anxiety, and depression are only a few examples of barriers that be overcome within our therapy. Together, we can work to achieve the life that you want to have.
(385) 220-8824 View (385) 220-8824
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Ryan Leybas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Sugar House, Salt Lake City, UT 84106
I take a direct approach to treatment. Although eclectic in style, I am most closely attached to Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). We will focus on the thought processes and behavioral responses that are contributing to the life dissatisfaction you are experiencing. I am solution-focused. The atmosphere will be empathetic, but our goal will be to effect change in your life. We may discuss your childhood, family relationships, or specific losses and grievances, only to the extent necessary to understand what is happening now.
I take a direct approach to treatment. Although eclectic in style, I am most closely attached to Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). We will focus on the thought processes and behavioral responses that are contributing to the life dissatisfaction you are experiencing. I am solution-focused. The atmosphere will be empathetic, but our goal will be to effect change in your life. We may discuss your childhood, family relationships, or specific losses and grievances, only to the extent necessary to understand what is happening now.
(385) 284-2158 View (385) 284-2158
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Zach Hillyard
Pre-Licensed Professional, CSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sugar House, Salt Lake City, UT 84106
I utilize a humanistic approach, recognizing each client as a unique individual, shaped by unique forces, with their own unique story to tell. As such, I employ a personalized treatment framework, working in collaboration with the client to address their specific needs and goals. I believe there is strength and goodness in every person and strive to help individuals access and understand their feelings, gain a sense of meaning in life, and reach self-actualization. My previous work experience includes six years at a children’s hospital serving children and adolescents struggling with behavioral health and substance use issues.
I utilize a humanistic approach, recognizing each client as a unique individual, shaped by unique forces, with their own unique story to tell. As such, I employ a personalized treatment framework, working in collaboration with the client to address their specific needs and goals. I believe there is strength and goodness in every person and strive to help individuals access and understand their feelings, gain a sense of meaning in life, and reach self-actualization. My previous work experience includes six years at a children’s hospital serving children and adolescents struggling with behavioral health and substance use issues.
(385) 475-3068 View (385) 475-3068
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Mariah Peterson Lcsw
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sugar House, Salt Lake City, UT 84106
For the most part we are all walking around pretending to be okay and hoping our positive affirmations, daily meditations, gratitude journal entries and the annoying latest push-up challenge will finally pay off with the bliss, confidence and motivation we see in our imaginary future selves. When in reality we might be feeling the cliché, "Hot MESS", which I will say has a certain je ne sais quoi about it. Right? The truth is we all have a core self who wants to be healed and has the power to do it!Yet it is almost impossible to do without true Connection, Compassion and Curiosity of who we really are.
For the most part we are all walking around pretending to be okay and hoping our positive affirmations, daily meditations, gratitude journal entries and the annoying latest push-up challenge will finally pay off with the bliss, confidence and motivation we see in our imaginary future selves. When in reality we might be feeling the cliché, "Hot MESS", which I will say has a certain je ne sais quoi about it. Right? The truth is we all have a core self who wants to be healed and has the power to do it!Yet it is almost impossible to do without true Connection, Compassion and Curiosity of who we really are.
(385) 402-7449 View (385) 402-7449
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Erick Panike
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Sugar House, Salt Lake City, UT 84106
I enjoy working with adults who are dealing with the after-effects of chronic trauma throughout childhood. This can mean high levels of emotional reactivity, intrusive memories of difficult past events, and difficulties in obtaining and maintaining important interpersonal relationships. My ideal client is looking for ways to feel safe and secure in the world and to, as Dr. Marsha Linehan would say, "build a life worth living." I also feel confident working with clients experiencing depression, anxiety and other interpersonal issues.
I enjoy working with adults who are dealing with the after-effects of chronic trauma throughout childhood. This can mean high levels of emotional reactivity, intrusive memories of difficult past events, and difficulties in obtaining and maintaining important interpersonal relationships. My ideal client is looking for ways to feel safe and secure in the world and to, as Dr. Marsha Linehan would say, "build a life worth living." I also feel confident working with clients experiencing depression, anxiety and other interpersonal issues.
(385) 200-0786 View (385) 200-0786
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Gaby Zabka
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Sugar House, Salt Lake City, UT 84106  (Online Only)
I support adults struggling with depression, anxiety, perfectionism, negative body-image / low self-esteem, and OCD while utilizing a variety of clinical approaches that are tailored to your specific needs. I also support individuals struggling within relationships and navigating feelings of loneliness.
I support adults struggling with depression, anxiety, perfectionism, negative body-image / low self-esteem, and OCD while utilizing a variety of clinical approaches that are tailored to your specific needs. I also support individuals struggling within relationships and navigating feelings of loneliness.
(385) 396-4093 View (385) 396-4093

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Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) Therapists

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.