Acceptance and Commitment (ACT) Therapists in Altoona, PA
My trauma-informed, integrative approach incorporates cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, internal family systems, and mindfulness.
Trying to find a counselor can be a daunting, overwhelming experience. Perhaps you are looking for help in your relationship, where communication continues to break down. Or anxiety is really kicking your butt lately. Maybe your trauma history is making daily functioning feel next to impossible.
Life is a journey, and we all need help at times to navigate those smaller bumps in the road or big, unexpected twists and turns. This journey can be made much more manageable by talking to someone who will actively, empathetically, and nonjudgmentally listen and offer feedback.
My trauma-informed, integrative approach incorporates cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, internal family systems, and mindfulness.
Trying to find a counselor can be a daunting, overwhelming experience. Perhaps you are looking for help in your relationship, where communication continues to break down. Or anxiety is really kicking your butt lately. Maybe your trauma history is making daily functioning feel next to impossible.
Life is a journey, and we all need help at times to navigate those smaller bumps in the road or big, unexpected twists and turns. This journey can be made much more manageable by talking to someone who will actively, empathetically, and nonjudgmentally listen and offer feedback.
Christian Counseling Associates (CCA) provides individual, marriage, and family counseling. We serve Christians who want their faith integrated into the counseling process and those holding any beliefs or attitudes toward spirituality. Our counselors will help you identify the core issues that have caused your emotional and personal problems, and immediately develop strategies to resolve these issues. CCA is able to provide a full range of clinical services. Please visit our website for a complete description of our faith based counseling services, locations, and counseling staff.
Christian Counseling Associates (CCA) provides individual, marriage, and family counseling. We serve Christians who want their faith integrated into the counseling process and those holding any beliefs or attitudes toward spirituality. Our counselors will help you identify the core issues that have caused your emotional and personal problems, and immediately develop strategies to resolve these issues. CCA is able to provide a full range of clinical services. Please visit our website for a complete description of our faith based counseling services, locations, and counseling staff.
Asking for help is hard. When life gets to be overwhelming, talking about the issues can help organize your thoughts. The therapeutic relationship is the most important tool we'll use! We'll work on building trust, a sense of safety, open communication, and humor to identify how we can improve on your already existing coping skills, supports, and knowledge. I utilize an eclectic approach to best meet your needs. I believe that being kind and compassionate with yourself is the first step to healing and creating change.
Asking for help is hard. When life gets to be overwhelming, talking about the issues can help organize your thoughts. The therapeutic relationship is the most important tool we'll use! We'll work on building trust, a sense of safety, open communication, and humor to identify how we can improve on your already existing coping skills, supports, and knowledge. I utilize an eclectic approach to best meet your needs. I believe that being kind and compassionate with yourself is the first step to healing and creating change.
I draw from ACT, CBT, mindfulness-based, interpersonal, somatic, trauma-focused, and positive psychology approaches to tailor therapy to your goals.
I am a licensed mental health counselor with experience supporting children, teens, adults, couples, and families through anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, life transitions, ADHD, and autism. My approach is integrative and personalized, drawing from evidence-based practices such as cognitive-behavioral techniques, mindfulness, trauma-informed care, and strengths-based therapy. I focus on creating a supportive, collaborative space where clients feel safe, understood, and empowered to grow. I am especially passionate about serving veterans, first responders, and individuals impacted by complex trauma.
I draw from ACT, CBT, mindfulness-based, interpersonal, somatic, trauma-focused, and positive psychology approaches to tailor therapy to your goals.
I am a licensed mental health counselor with experience supporting children, teens, adults, couples, and families through anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, life transitions, ADHD, and autism. My approach is integrative and personalized, drawing from evidence-based practices such as cognitive-behavioral techniques, mindfulness, trauma-informed care, and strengths-based therapy. I focus on creating a supportive, collaborative space where clients feel safe, understood, and empowered to grow. I am especially passionate about serving veterans, first responders, and individuals impacted by complex trauma.
You may feel distracted, numb, overwhelmed, lost, or weighed down at times, know that you’re not alone — and you don’t have to carry it all by yourself. I work with people who feel frozen in their lives, often due to worries and fears related to past experiences or not knowing how to move past fears of the future. I’m here to listen with compassion and help you find your way forward.
You may feel distracted, numb, overwhelmed, lost, or weighed down at times, know that you’re not alone — and you don’t have to carry it all by yourself. I work with people who feel frozen in their lives, often due to worries and fears related to past experiences or not knowing how to move past fears of the future. I’m here to listen with compassion and help you find your way forward.
You’re capable, accomplished, and often the one others rely on but yet anxiety and stress may keep your mind racing or leave you feeling tense, exhausted, or emotionally worn down. Even when things look “fine” from the outside, it can feel hard to slow down or truly rest.
I work with high-functioning women who are tired of holding it all together. Therapy is a supportive space to pause, understand what’s fueling the overwhelm, and develop gentler, more effective ways of coping. We’ll explore patterns like perfectionism and self-criticism while building skills that help you feel steadier and more at ease.
You’re capable, accomplished, and often the one others rely on but yet anxiety and stress may keep your mind racing or leave you feeling tense, exhausted, or emotionally worn down. Even when things look “fine” from the outside, it can feel hard to slow down or truly rest.
I work with high-functioning women who are tired of holding it all together. Therapy is a supportive space to pause, understand what’s fueling the overwhelm, and develop gentler, more effective ways of coping. We’ll explore patterns like perfectionism and self-criticism while building skills that help you feel steadier and more at ease.
Amanda Boyle is a licensed clinician who provides compassionate, evidence-based therapy to individuals navigating anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationship challenges, and self-esteem concerns. She is committed to creating a supportive and nonjudgmental space where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered to make meaningful change. Amanda integrates a blend of therapeutic approaches tailored to each client’s unique needs, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), mindfulness-based interventions, and trauma-informed care.
Amanda Boyle is a licensed clinician who provides compassionate, evidence-based therapy to individuals navigating anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationship challenges, and self-esteem concerns. She is committed to creating a supportive and nonjudgmental space where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered to make meaningful change. Amanda integrates a blend of therapeutic approaches tailored to each client’s unique needs, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), mindfulness-based interventions, and trauma-informed care.
As a licensed clinical social worker with a decade of experience navigating various social systems, I am dedicated to supporting individuals on their journey to mental wellness. I firmly believe that embracing the unique qualities that define you is the cornerstone of mental health.
I understand that everyone has faced their own battles, and I am ready to assist individuals and offer unique support. This can include trauma, relationship conflicts, depression, anxiety, or parenting challenges. My main goal is to help guide clients to finding their own strength and personal resilience.
As a licensed clinical social worker with a decade of experience navigating various social systems, I am dedicated to supporting individuals on their journey to mental wellness. I firmly believe that embracing the unique qualities that define you is the cornerstone of mental health.
I understand that everyone has faced their own battles, and I am ready to assist individuals and offer unique support. This can include trauma, relationship conflicts, depression, anxiety, or parenting challenges. My main goal is to help guide clients to finding their own strength and personal resilience.
I integrate evidence-based approaches including CBT, DBT, ACT, MI, psychoeducation, and person-centered techniques to help clients better understand themselves, build coping skills, and create meaningful change.
Hello! I’m Lauren Albright, MS, LPC, a Licensed Professional Counselor with a Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I have experience working with adults who are navigating anxiety, trauma, depression, emotional overwhelm, life transitions, relationship stress, and self-worth challenges. I am also the founder of Beauty From Ashes Counseling Services, LLC where my mission is centered on helping individuals move from pain toward healing, growth, and restoration.
I have experience supporting adults facing complex mental health concerns, including neurodivergence, trauma, family conflict, and major life transitions.
I integrate evidence-based approaches including CBT, DBT, ACT, MI, psychoeducation, and person-centered techniques to help clients better understand themselves, build coping skills, and create meaningful change.
Hello! I’m Lauren Albright, MS, LPC, a Licensed Professional Counselor with a Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I have experience working with adults who are navigating anxiety, trauma, depression, emotional overwhelm, life transitions, relationship stress, and self-worth challenges. I am also the founder of Beauty From Ashes Counseling Services, LLC where my mission is centered on helping individuals move from pain toward healing, growth, and restoration.
I have experience supporting adults facing complex mental health concerns, including neurodivergence, trauma, family conflict, and major life transitions.
Life brings challenges often. It is my goal to assist in bringing higher levels of content and satisfaction and lower levels of stress and overwhelm. I would love to work with you to create the life you want.
Life brings challenges often. It is my goal to assist in bringing higher levels of content and satisfaction and lower levels of stress and overwhelm. I would love to work with you to create the life you want.
I use a variety of evidenced-based techniques like Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Acceptance & Commitment Therapy.
A compassionate, person-centered, solution-focused, faith-filled Licensed Professional Counselor who is nationally certified and provides a safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. I like to focus on identifying strengths and passions. My clients refer to me as supportive, with a good sense of humor and who genuinely loves and cares. I help with stress, anxiety, relationship, motivation, self esteem, confidence, trauma and abuse issues. I have experience in working with a variety of individuals from age 2 to 102 years old and couples. Please schedule with me directly on my website.
I use a variety of evidenced-based techniques like Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Acceptance & Commitment Therapy.
A compassionate, person-centered, solution-focused, faith-filled Licensed Professional Counselor who is nationally certified and provides a safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. I like to focus on identifying strengths and passions. My clients refer to me as supportive, with a good sense of humor and who genuinely loves and cares. I help with stress, anxiety, relationship, motivation, self esteem, confidence, trauma and abuse issues. I have experience in working with a variety of individuals from age 2 to 102 years old and couples. Please schedule with me directly on my website.
Hello, my name is Valerie Noel, MS, NCC, LPC and the owner of Purposeful ‘U’ Counseling. I have been working in the mental health field for the past 20+ years. I have dedicated my professional life to promoting psychological well-being, advocating for vulnerable populations, and client centered care. Throughout my career I have worked in a variety of settings, community agencies, schools, and private practice. I have held supervisory and leadership roles, and mentored other counselors. I remain committed to lifelong learning and professional growth. I am licensed in Pennsylvania and South Carolina.
Hello, my name is Valerie Noel, MS, NCC, LPC and the owner of Purposeful ‘U’ Counseling. I have been working in the mental health field for the past 20+ years. I have dedicated my professional life to promoting psychological well-being, advocating for vulnerable populations, and client centered care. Throughout my career I have worked in a variety of settings, community agencies, schools, and private practice. I have held supervisory and leadership roles, and mentored other counselors. I remain committed to lifelong learning and professional growth. I am licensed in Pennsylvania and South Carolina.
Psychotherapy techniques include cognitive behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, trauma specific treatment, solution focused, and performance improvement and wellness strategies.
Horizon Behavioral Health is patient centered and evidence based practice with highly experienced psychotherapy and medication management providers that will flex to meet your clinical and logistical needs. Available in person and via telehealth, accepting government sponsored and commercial insurance as well as self pay, we strive to expand access to high quality behavioral health services. As the owner and with 20+ years in patient care in public safety sectors, we prioritize public safety officials (Military, First Responders) and specialize in treating trauma, substance use disorder, depression, stress and adjustment concerns.
Psychotherapy techniques include cognitive behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, trauma specific treatment, solution focused, and performance improvement and wellness strategies.
Horizon Behavioral Health is patient centered and evidence based practice with highly experienced psychotherapy and medication management providers that will flex to meet your clinical and logistical needs. Available in person and via telehealth, accepting government sponsored and commercial insurance as well as self pay, we strive to expand access to high quality behavioral health services. As the owner and with 20+ years in patient care in public safety sectors, we prioritize public safety officials (Military, First Responders) and specialize in treating trauma, substance use disorder, depression, stress and adjustment concerns.
Becoming a parent can be one of the most meaningful — and overwhelming — transitions in life. Whether you’re a new mom or dad, this season often holds deep love alongside anxiety, anger, exhaustion, and self-doubt. As a therapist and a new mom myself, I understand how lonely and disorienting it can feel. If you’re struggling, feeling unlike yourself, or wondering why this feels harder than you expected, there is space here to slow down, be honest, and feel genuinely supported.
Becoming a parent can be one of the most meaningful — and overwhelming — transitions in life. Whether you’re a new mom or dad, this season often holds deep love alongside anxiety, anger, exhaustion, and self-doubt. As a therapist and a new mom myself, I understand how lonely and disorienting it can feel. If you’re struggling, feeling unlike yourself, or wondering why this feels harder than you expected, there is space here to slow down, be honest, and feel genuinely supported.
RISE Counseling Inc strides to provide the community with exceptional mental health services and quality care for individuals. RISE represents Resilience, Introspection, Strength and Empowerment. These pillars are imperative to our client’s progression toward personal goals and self improvement. Each and every therapist at RISE embodies similar values, which contributes to the importance of making our clients the very first priority. Therapists all have a collaborative working style that ensures compassion and understanding. There is no judgement as we are here to serve our clients with integrity and competence.
RISE Counseling Inc strides to provide the community with exceptional mental health services and quality care for individuals. RISE represents Resilience, Introspection, Strength and Empowerment. These pillars are imperative to our client’s progression toward personal goals and self improvement. Each and every therapist at RISE embodies similar values, which contributes to the importance of making our clients the very first priority. Therapists all have a collaborative working style that ensures compassion and understanding. There is no judgement as we are here to serve our clients with integrity and competence.
I draw from ACT, CBT, and Reality Therapy to help identify unhelpful thinking patterns and support action toward your goals.
Welcome to my page! I am Shawna Smithbauer, and I am a licensed counselor. I believe counseling is a supportive journey toward healing and growth. Life can feel overwhelming at times due to past experiences, current stress, life changes, or relationship challenges. In counseling, I work alongside you to promote well-being, support healing, and help you build a life guided by your values. My approach to counseling is genuine, warm, and authentic but also challenging to help you in your journey.
I draw from ACT, CBT, and Reality Therapy to help identify unhelpful thinking patterns and support action toward your goals.
Welcome to my page! I am Shawna Smithbauer, and I am a licensed counselor. I believe counseling is a supportive journey toward healing and growth. Life can feel overwhelming at times due to past experiences, current stress, life changes, or relationship challenges. In counseling, I work alongside you to promote well-being, support healing, and help you build a life guided by your values. My approach to counseling is genuine, warm, and authentic but also challenging to help you in your journey.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with four years of experience. I specialize in working with individuals dealing with ADHD, anxiety, depression, trauma and major life transitions.
I believe everyone is on a journey, but not every journey is the same. My approach to therapy begins with meeting you where you are at in your journey and allowing you to create a space to share your story, supporting you as you address mental health issues you feel are creating challenges in your day-to-day life and creating the changes you desire.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with four years of experience. I specialize in working with individuals dealing with ADHD, anxiety, depression, trauma and major life transitions.
I believe everyone is on a journey, but not every journey is the same. My approach to therapy begins with meeting you where you are at in your journey and allowing you to create a space to share your story, supporting you as you address mental health issues you feel are creating challenges in your day-to-day life and creating the changes you desire.
Taylor Fraundorfer
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
1 Endorsed
Altoona, PA 16602
Not accepting new clients
It can be confusing and difficult to make changes on your own; I am here to support you and guide you by offering direction, along with encouraging compassion and acceptance toward all the pieces of your Self.
I am trauma-informed, person centered, and strengths-based. I believe that cultivating trust in our relationship is key to helping you feel safe and ready to make changes or confront your fears. I aim to help you uncover any blind spots and find opportunities for self-reflection, growth, and healing.
It can be confusing and difficult to make changes on your own; I am here to support you and guide you by offering direction, along with encouraging compassion and acceptance toward all the pieces of your Self.
I am trauma-informed, person centered, and strengths-based. I believe that cultivating trust in our relationship is key to helping you feel safe and ready to make changes or confront your fears. I aim to help you uncover any blind spots and find opportunities for self-reflection, growth, and healing.
I use a mixture of therapeutic approaches ranging from CBT, ACT, to solution-focused and beyond.
My goal as a therapist is to guide you to a place where life feels more manageable. Healing from difficult experiences or coping with overwhelming emotions can seem like an insurmountable task. The journey to health can be made much smoother by talking to someone who will actively listen and provide you with feedback. You and I can collaborate to find the best pathways to manage or alleviate your symptoms. You don’t have to go through it alone!
I use a mixture of therapeutic approaches ranging from CBT, ACT, to solution-focused and beyond.
My goal as a therapist is to guide you to a place where life feels more manageable. Healing from difficult experiences or coping with overwhelming emotions can seem like an insurmountable task. The journey to health can be made much smoother by talking to someone who will actively listen and provide you with feedback. You and I can collaborate to find the best pathways to manage or alleviate your symptoms. You don’t have to go through it alone!
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I have nearly 20 years of experience helping clients to manage anxiety, depression, stress, life transitions, and adjustment difficulties. I promote personal growth and help to guide people in the necessary steps to achieve their life goals.
I have nearly 20 years of experience helping clients to manage anxiety, depression, stress, life transitions, and adjustment difficulties. I promote personal growth and help to guide people in the necessary steps to achieve their life goals.
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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.