Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) Therapists in Indianapolis, IN
You might be someone who has lived an intense life, shaped by service, responsibility, or long periods of being the one others depended on. On the outside, you function. You show up, you handle things. On the inside, it’s harder to slow down, relax, or feel truly at ease. You may struggle with loneliness or difficulty trusting others. You stay guarded or may question your own judgment. Your goals may include rebuilding trust in yourself, forming deeper, healthier connections, and finding meaning in this stage of life. You may want clarity, steadiness, and a way to move forward that honors everything you’ve been through.
You might be someone who has lived an intense life, shaped by service, responsibility, or long periods of being the one others depended on. On the outside, you function. You show up, you handle things. On the inside, it’s harder to slow down, relax, or feel truly at ease. You may struggle with loneliness or difficulty trusting others. You stay guarded or may question your own judgment. Your goals may include rebuilding trust in yourself, forming deeper, healthier connections, and finding meaning in this stage of life. You may want clarity, steadiness, and a way to move forward that honors everything you’ve been through.
Ashley has been a licensed therapist for four years and has a warm and non-judgmental approach to therapy. She has spent the last four years working with individuals ranging from ages 12-65 who struggle with eating disorders, anxiety, depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder, grief and loss, and learning to communicate their needs and wants. Ashley also spent time in community mental health for three years helping the underserved population. She is a 200-hour registered yoga teacher and can incorporate this into therapy for a somatic approach. Ashley received her bachelor's degree from Indiana Wesleyan University.
Ashley has been a licensed therapist for four years and has a warm and non-judgmental approach to therapy. She has spent the last four years working with individuals ranging from ages 12-65 who struggle with eating disorders, anxiety, depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder, grief and loss, and learning to communicate their needs and wants. Ashley also spent time in community mental health for three years helping the underserved population. She is a 200-hour registered yoga teacher and can incorporate this into therapy for a somatic approach. Ashley received her bachelor's degree from Indiana Wesleyan University.
Are you often the one others rely on to keep the peace, solve the problems, and stay strong no matter what? If so, you know how heavy that role can feel. After years of putting others first and staying attuned to everyone else’s needs, it can be hard to know what you need. On the outside you might seem fine, but inside you may feel exhausted, weighed down by old hurts, or stretched thin. You deserve a space where you can take off the mask, feel deeply understood, and finally focus on you.
Are you often the one others rely on to keep the peace, solve the problems, and stay strong no matter what? If so, you know how heavy that role can feel. After years of putting others first and staying attuned to everyone else’s needs, it can be hard to know what you need. On the outside you might seem fine, but inside you may feel exhausted, weighed down by old hurts, or stretched thin. You deserve a space where you can take off the mask, feel deeply understood, and finally focus on you.
I’m experienced at helping people tackle serious, sometimes scary changes without letting it feel heavy or overwhelming. I believe there’s humor in most things, and I have a knack for finding the golden thread in life—the small, meaningful moments that make growth possible and even joyful. There are countless methods for healing & moving forward. I provide a judgement free place to find your way & figure it out. Commitment to my clients begins with a belief in the ability of individuals to advocate for themselves & choose their own path. You decide how you want to live your life.
I’m experienced at helping people tackle serious, sometimes scary changes without letting it feel heavy or overwhelming. I believe there’s humor in most things, and I have a knack for finding the golden thread in life—the small, meaningful moments that make growth possible and even joyful. There are countless methods for healing & moving forward. I provide a judgement free place to find your way & figure it out. Commitment to my clients begins with a belief in the ability of individuals to advocate for themselves & choose their own path. You decide how you want to live your life.
I am licensed in Indiana and have trainings in Internal Family Systems, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, as well as more traditional therapy models.
I have prior experience in residential, inpatient, outpatient, and addiction recovery services. I specialize in assisting adults with a range of concerns including depression, anxiety, OCD, panic disorders, mood and personality disorders, and phase of life/adjustment concerns.
I am licensed in Indiana and have trainings in Internal Family Systems, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, as well as more traditional therapy models.
I have prior experience in residential, inpatient, outpatient, and addiction recovery services. I specialize in assisting adults with a range of concerns including depression, anxiety, OCD, panic disorders, mood and personality disorders, and phase of life/adjustment concerns.
Dr. Eric L.
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW, LCAC, ICGC-II, BACC
1 Endorsed
Indianapolis, IN 46226
Believe me when I say I’m no stranger to addiction or recovery. As someone in long-term recovery and the child of a person with alcohol use disorder, I bring both lived experience and professional expertise to my work. I have treated addiction as a therapist for more than 25 years and have spent over a decade teaching courses at universities. While I work with a wide range of concerns, my specialty is treating substance use, problem gambling, anger, and abusive behavior.
Believe me when I say I’m no stranger to addiction or recovery. As someone in long-term recovery and the child of a person with alcohol use disorder, I bring both lived experience and professional expertise to my work. I have treated addiction as a therapist for more than 25 years and have spent over a decade teaching courses at universities. While I work with a wide range of concerns, my specialty is treating substance use, problem gambling, anger, and abusive behavior.
Beth Kelleher
Pre-Licensed Professional, MFTA
5 Endorsed
Indianapolis, IN 46217
Waitlist for new clients
The therapy room is special to me because it's often the first place we slow down and sort out the noise in our heads. Life moves fast and relationships are complicated. With compassion and curiosity let's organize your thoughts, feelings, and relationships to help you live the life you want. My experience includes individual, family, and couples work. In couples and family work I enjoy getting to know each person in the room and offering support to build connection and relational peace. I especially enjoy helping clients navigate their family systems and reflect on the impact early relationships had on who they are today.
The therapy room is special to me because it's often the first place we slow down and sort out the noise in our heads. Life moves fast and relationships are complicated. With compassion and curiosity let's organize your thoughts, feelings, and relationships to help you live the life you want. My experience includes individual, family, and couples work. In couples and family work I enjoy getting to know each person in the room and offering support to build connection and relational peace. I especially enjoy helping clients navigate their family systems and reflect on the impact early relationships had on who they are today.
Have you felt as if you are about to "pop" or "explode"? As if you have been bottling up your emotions? Oftentimes our feelings, trauma memories, and stressors can make us feel overwhelmed. Therapy can provide you a safe place to express those thoughts and emotions that may be weighing you down. Allow me to be part of your journey and help you achieve the goals you want.
Have you felt as if you are about to "pop" or "explode"? As if you have been bottling up your emotions? Oftentimes our feelings, trauma memories, and stressors can make us feel overwhelmed. Therapy can provide you a safe place to express those thoughts and emotions that may be weighing you down. Allow me to be part of your journey and help you achieve the goals you want.
Challenging times ask us to dig deep and dream big. Are you hearing the call to a new way of being in the world? Is your heart quietly urging you to live a more inspired life? Or perhaps everything in you is shouting that something has got to change, you can’t keep living like this. Avoiding our fear of change can keep us stuck. But your capacity to change and grow is only limited by your beliefs about what is possible. Truly transformational work is a mix of intentional effort and surprising playfulness. It’s about engaging your inner life in new and creative ways in the safe space of a trusted relationship. Let's connect soon!
Challenging times ask us to dig deep and dream big. Are you hearing the call to a new way of being in the world? Is your heart quietly urging you to live a more inspired life? Or perhaps everything in you is shouting that something has got to change, you can’t keep living like this. Avoiding our fear of change can keep us stuck. But your capacity to change and grow is only limited by your beliefs about what is possible. Truly transformational work is a mix of intentional effort and surprising playfulness. It’s about engaging your inner life in new and creative ways in the safe space of a trusted relationship. Let's connect soon!
Hi, I'm Dr. McGoldrick, a clinical psychologist with a passion for fostering personal growth. I founded my practice at WellQor with the belief that everyone deserves the opportunity to lead a fulfilling and balanced life, and I have assembled a multi-specialty team of mental health professionals ready to serve the needs of a diverse set of clients. Through collaborative and tailored approaches, my team and I work hard to empower clients on their journey towards self-discovery and resilient mental health.
Hi, I'm Dr. McGoldrick, a clinical psychologist with a passion for fostering personal growth. I founded my practice at WellQor with the belief that everyone deserves the opportunity to lead a fulfilling and balanced life, and I have assembled a multi-specialty team of mental health professionals ready to serve the needs of a diverse set of clients. Through collaborative and tailored approaches, my team and I work hard to empower clients on their journey towards self-discovery and resilient mental health.
Alex Long Therapeutic Services,
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, CEAP
4 Endorsed
Online Only
Hi, I’m Alex—I am dedicated to supporting individuals through life’s most challenging transitions. Whether you're navigating anxiety, depression, postpartum changes, grief, or self-esteem issues, you deserve a space where you feel truly seen and supported.
I specialize in helping individuals cope with stress, heal from emotional pain, and build more fulfilling lives. My approach is warm, collaborative, and culturally affirming, creating a safe environment where you can show up exactly as you are.
If it sounds like we could be a good fit, I'd love to connect!
Hi, I’m Alex—I am dedicated to supporting individuals through life’s most challenging transitions. Whether you're navigating anxiety, depression, postpartum changes, grief, or self-esteem issues, you deserve a space where you feel truly seen and supported.
I specialize in helping individuals cope with stress, heal from emotional pain, and build more fulfilling lives. My approach is warm, collaborative, and culturally affirming, creating a safe environment where you can show up exactly as you are.
If it sounds like we could be a good fit, I'd love to connect!
I believe most of us function in a society of "work until the work gets done" regardless of what it may do to our personal and mental well-being. So, after trying to bottle-up and suppress our feelings sometimes we need a healthy and non-biased person to help sort things out. Counseling is not a quick fix, or a band-aid but rather a tool that can be used to explore one's self awareness and awareness of relationships.
I believe most of us function in a society of "work until the work gets done" regardless of what it may do to our personal and mental well-being. So, after trying to bottle-up and suppress our feelings sometimes we need a healthy and non-biased person to help sort things out. Counseling is not a quick fix, or a band-aid but rather a tool that can be used to explore one's self awareness and awareness of relationships.
Dr. Corby Bubp is a fellowship trained Neuropsychologist and Psychologist. He completed a 2-year Fellowship in Clinical Neuropsychology at Indiana University School of Medicine following his Ph.D. and M.A. in Counseling Psychology. Dr. Bubp has completed hundreds of IME/Legal/Forensic, public saftey, FAA, HIMS, brain Injury and Occupational Psych evals across his 25 plus years in the field. He has also been a consultant to several professional/college teams and major public safety departments.
Dr. Corby Bubp is a fellowship trained Neuropsychologist and Psychologist. He completed a 2-year Fellowship in Clinical Neuropsychology at Indiana University School of Medicine following his Ph.D. and M.A. in Counseling Psychology. Dr. Bubp has completed hundreds of IME/Legal/Forensic, public saftey, FAA, HIMS, brain Injury and Occupational Psych evals across his 25 plus years in the field. He has also been a consultant to several professional/college teams and major public safety departments.
Maryann Shepard
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LMFT, CEAP, SAP, MAC
Indianapolis, IN 46240
Waitlist for new clients
Hi! Thank you for reviewing my practice information; I have worked for many years helping individuals and families. Over the years, I have often heard that my clients are tired, lost and just feel empty. And many times, there's also marital or family conflict. I, also, work with clients that feel that their work is no longer satisfying or enjoyable. Let's talk about all these issues, and find some solutions and start feeling hopeful and excited about your life again. My office hours are flexible; I try to see clients right away. I wish you the best, Maryann
Hi! Thank you for reviewing my practice information; I have worked for many years helping individuals and families. Over the years, I have often heard that my clients are tired, lost and just feel empty. And many times, there's also marital or family conflict. I, also, work with clients that feel that their work is no longer satisfying or enjoyable. Let's talk about all these issues, and find some solutions and start feeling hopeful and excited about your life again. My office hours are flexible; I try to see clients right away. I wish you the best, Maryann
Most of your feelings, your intrusive thoughts, and your reactive behaviors are not within your control. You - like many others - can spend so much time and energy fighting the present patterns of your body and mind. You do this because maybe you feel shame for how these symptoms present themselves, you are afraid of how these symptoms may impact your life, or both of these reasons plus more. This attempt to control the uncontrollable is an endless and exhausting fight. As you redirect your energy to becoming aware how your brain and body are presently reacting and accepting these patterns as they present themselves to you today,
Most of your feelings, your intrusive thoughts, and your reactive behaviors are not within your control. You - like many others - can spend so much time and energy fighting the present patterns of your body and mind. You do this because maybe you feel shame for how these symptoms present themselves, you are afraid of how these symptoms may impact your life, or both of these reasons plus more. This attempt to control the uncontrollable is an endless and exhausting fight. As you redirect your energy to becoming aware how your brain and body are presently reacting and accepting these patterns as they present themselves to you today,
Andy Hirsch is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Indiana who has been practicing since 2017. He has a Bachelor of Science Sociology, Concentration in Social Work from Butler University and a Master of Social Work, Concentration in Mental Health from Washington University in St. Louis. Andy focuses on building trust and understanding each client as a person within their social environment. He then utilizes primarily Motivational Interviewing and CBT skills to learn how to heal, make improvements, and create a better life for themselves.
Andy Hirsch is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Indiana who has been practicing since 2017. He has a Bachelor of Science Sociology, Concentration in Social Work from Butler University and a Master of Social Work, Concentration in Mental Health from Washington University in St. Louis. Andy focuses on building trust and understanding each client as a person within their social environment. He then utilizes primarily Motivational Interviewing and CBT skills to learn how to heal, make improvements, and create a better life for themselves.
If you are looking for a results-oriented therapist, you've come to the right place! I focus on what you are already doing well and build on it. I also help you look at your difficulties from different perspectives. A heads up, I’m not the typical talk therapist. I’m not interested in you sitting on the couch with me for years. I want you to jump all in, do the hard work, heal well and get on with living your life.
If you are looking for a results-oriented therapist, you've come to the right place! I focus on what you are already doing well and build on it. I also help you look at your difficulties from different perspectives. A heads up, I’m not the typical talk therapist. I’m not interested in you sitting on the couch with me for years. I want you to jump all in, do the hard work, heal well and get on with living your life.
Jennifer Warr
Counselor, MA, LMHC, NCC, CST
2 Endorsed
Indianapolis, IN 46220
Waitlist for new clients
I work with individuals and couples experiencing various emotional and behavioral issues. I enjoy helping and guiding clients navigate through all the challenges and problems that arise during their lifetime. I am also an AASECT-certified sex therapist, and I specialize in working with clients who need healing or work with kink, eroticism, intimacy, problem sexual behavior, ethical non-monogamy, recovering from affairs, low libido, and orgasm difficulties.
I work with individuals and couples experiencing various emotional and behavioral issues. I enjoy helping and guiding clients navigate through all the challenges and problems that arise during their lifetime. I am also an AASECT-certified sex therapist, and I specialize in working with clients who need healing or work with kink, eroticism, intimacy, problem sexual behavior, ethical non-monogamy, recovering from affairs, low libido, and orgasm difficulties.
I often use Acceptance and Commitment Therapy as a guiding philosophy in my practice.
Seriously, there is nothing wrong with you! What you perceive as overreaction and self-destruction is your psyche trying to tell you something; they are misguided attempts to protect you from more pain. You have within you what you need to heal. My work is focused on helping people with CPTSD, DID/OSDD, and/or transgender identities. If you are working on understanding yourself and your identity, working through childhood trauma, or searching for relief from anxiety and depression, let's take this journey together!
I often use Acceptance and Commitment Therapy as a guiding philosophy in my practice.
Seriously, there is nothing wrong with you! What you perceive as overreaction and self-destruction is your psyche trying to tell you something; they are misguided attempts to protect you from more pain. You have within you what you need to heal. My work is focused on helping people with CPTSD, DID/OSDD, and/or transgender identities. If you are working on understanding yourself and your identity, working through childhood trauma, or searching for relief from anxiety and depression, let's take this journey together!
Hello, I am Chantel and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in IN, KY, MI, OH, IL, and NV. I received my Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) from Indiana University Bloomington in 2017 and my Masters of Social Work (MSW) specializing in mental health and addictions from Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis in 2020. I have been practicing in the social work field for 7 years working in child welfare, home based services, case management, legal system, and those in crisis. I am a trained professional with experience practicing in a wide variety of settings with a diverse group of individuals.
Hello, I am Chantel and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in IN, KY, MI, OH, IL, and NV. I received my Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) from Indiana University Bloomington in 2017 and my Masters of Social Work (MSW) specializing in mental health and addictions from Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis in 2020. I have been practicing in the social work field for 7 years working in child welfare, home based services, case management, legal system, and those in crisis. I am a trained professional with experience practicing in a wide variety of settings with a diverse group of individuals.
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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.