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      • Dave Goldwerd, LPC, NCC
      • Smith Kidkarndee, Psy.D.
      • Current Events
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      • What We Treat
      • Types of Treatment
      • ACT Therapy
      • ART Therapy
      • CBT Therapy
      • EMDR Therapy
      • Group Therapy/Workshops
      • LGBT+ Affirmative Therapy
      • Supervision/Consultation
    • Getting Started
      • Appointment Request
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  • About us
    • Our Office
    • Dave Goldwerd, LPC, NCC
    • Smith Kidkarndee, Psy.D.
    • Current Events
  • Services
    • What We Treat
    • Types of Treatment
    • ACT Therapy
    • ART Therapy
    • CBT Therapy
    • EMDR Therapy
    • Group Therapy/Workshops
    • LGBT+ Affirmative Therapy
    • Supervision/Consultation
  • Getting Started
    • Appointment Request
    • Client Forms
    • COVID Safety Precautions
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Heart of Wisdom

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

The aim of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) is to help you create a rich, full, meaningful life while accepting the pain that life inevitably brings. This is a unique behavior therapy approach that aims to address concerns about anxiety, OCD and other anxiety-related disorders in a mindful, compassionate way. In ACT, psychological health is not defined by the absence of difficult thoughts and feelings, it is defined by the way you respond to difficult thoughts and feelings.  You will learn and develop psychological skills to handle anxious thoughts and feelings effectively. We will help you clarify your values to help guide, inspire, and motivate you to set goals and take action that enriches your life.


(1) Accept Thoughts and Feelings

(2) Choose Directions

(3) Take Action


Please review the video clips for more information.

Video Clips

The Choice Point: A Map for a Meaningful Life

The Struggle Switch 

Sushi Train Metaphor

Values vs Goals


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