What is ACT?

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) is a modern, evidence-based approach that helps people build psychological flexibility.

Instead of trying to eliminate difficult thoughts or emotions, ACT teaches skills to accept them, focus on values, and take meaningful action. The goal is not to get rid of pain, but to create a fuller, more authentic life alongside it.

Who is ACT For?

ACT can benefit people experiencing:

How ACT Works

In ACT, your therapist helps you learn six core processes:

  • Acceptance – making space for difficult emotions instead of avoiding them

  • Cognitive defusion – stepping back from unhelpful thoughts

  • Being present – increasing mindfulness and awareness of the here-and-now

  • Self-as-context – noticing that you are more than your thoughts and feelings

  • Values – clarifying what truly matters to you

  • Committed action – taking steps toward a meaningful, values-driven life

Benefits of ACT

  • Reduces the struggle against difficult emotions

  • Builds resilience and flexibility in the face of challenges

  • Strengthens alignment between values and daily actions

  • Effective for a wide range of mental health concerns

  • Works well in both individual and group therapy settings

  • Easily adapted to online therapy across Ontario

ACT at Tiny Therapy Collective

Our therapists integrate ACT with other approaches like CBT, DBT, and mindfulness. This allows you to build practical coping skills while also creating a values-driven life that feels fulfilling and authentic.

Getting Started

If you’re interested in ACT, we offer a free 15-minute consultation to help you explore whether this approach is a good fit.

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