Why ACT?

For many the following section will be unnecessary. If you come to us for therapy there is no knowledge you need before hand. We will guide you through the process in a way that will be natural and as easy as possible. However there are some that want to know a little about why therapy works. Maybe there are some who question whether therapy works, or want to make sure our form of therapy will be effective. That's great! come with your questions. The following section may help you understand our approach to therapy.

While we use tools from different methods of therapy such as; Client-centered Therapy, EMDR, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Adlerian Therapy, Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy, and others, we believe that approach matters. It can be easy especially with experiential avoidance (avoiding things that are uncomfortable) to subconsciously stay away from the very things it is most important to process through in therapy.

While we believe that the client is the expert on themselves and you should have a large voice in how therapy works, ACT is directive enough to continue momentum forward. ACT specializes in helping people get unstuck, and the counselor works with the client toward that goal.

ACT is about staying open, aware, and engaged. We will use exercises that have been proven to be effective to help you achieve that goal. ACT is a value driven approach that will help you to come to a deeper level of self understanding. As you build a life worth living and self-understanding you will come to a new perspective on even your struggles empowered to ACT!

Last year I started seeing Richard for counseling. Talking about problems with a mental health professional helped me with the crisis I was going through by helping me with stress management, teaching me coping skills and exercises to do such as venting, reframing, accepting, journaling and meditation to name a few. If you are simply going through challenging life situations (grief, divorce, etc.) Richard at True North Mental Health Counseling will be able to assist - do not be ashamed or embarrassed - do not worry about any stigma - this can literally save your life! Remember you are worth it!

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