Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

Navigating Therapist Burnout and Client Care with ACT

In this full-day workshop, participants will explore their understanding of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) by applying its principles to both their clients and themselves. Participants will explore the psychological struggles that therapists face, including distress, fatigue, and burnout, and examine how ACT’s psychological flexibility processes can provide relief.

Take ACTion: Cultivating Psychological Flexibility for Both Therapist and Client

This webinar will explore how Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) can be applied not only to help clients but also to support therapists in their own emotional well-being. By fostering psychological flexibility, therapists can recognize and address their own struggles and pain, which can lead to distress or possibly burnout.

This full day workshop is an introduction to ACT, including a brief overview of the research and philosophy supporting ACT, assessing and understanding the function of psychological inflexibility in the therapy room and using ACT processes to expand psychological flexibility. We will use the ACT Hexaflex model to understand the six core processes in act that support us and our clients in developing open, flexible awareness and action.

In this introductory ACT webinar, we'll explore the research and philosophy that forms the bedrock of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). We'll unravel the enigma of psychological inflexibility within the therapy room and equip you with the tools to expand psychological flexibility through ACT processes.

Workshop Description

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) is an evidence-based, "third wave" approach that gets its name from one of its core messages: "Accept what is out of your personal control, and commit to action that improves and enriches your life".

The aim of ACT is to maximize human potential for a rich, full and meaningful life. It does this by helping people to:

Applying Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT): Empowering Caregivers and Families of Children with Autism

Wednesday, June 28, 2023 @ 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. ET

Presented by: Tina Gandhi, B.A., MSW, RSW

Are you a social worker who supports families and caregivers of individuals with autism? Are you looking for new strategies and techniques to help your clients manage the unique challenges that come with this role?

Unlocking the Power of ACT: An Introduction to Working with Caregivers and Families of Children with Autism

June 6, 2023 @ 12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m. ET

Presented by: Tina Gandhi, B.A., M.S.W, R.S.W.

Are you ready to revolutionize the way you work with caregivers and families of children with autism?

Introduction to Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT): Developing Your Process-Based and Purpose-Focused Social Work Practice

Tuesday, March 28, 2023 @ 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. ET

Presented by: Peter Sheffield, MSc, MSW, RSW

An Experiential Introduction to Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

February 13, 2023 @ 12:30 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. ET

Presented by: Peter Sheffield, MSW, RSW

Workshop Description

Trauma-Focused Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (TFACT) is a flexible, comprehensive approach for treating the entire spectrum of trauma-related issues, including post-traumatic stress disorder, addiction, depression, anxiety disorders, moral injury, chronic pain, shame, suicidality, insomnia, complicated grief, attachment issues, sexual problems, and more.

Raschkowan Lecture Series: Gambling in the Digital Age

Presenter: Dr. Michael Wohl

Talk Title: The Changing Face of Responsible Gambling: Positive Play and How to Harness it

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Acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) for anxiety disorders – An experiential approach to treating anxiety

Presented by SickKids CCMH Learning Institute

Increasing adherence to CBT exposure work using acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT)

Presented by SickKids CCMH Learning Institute

Dates: November 7 and 14, 2022
Time: 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. ET
Facilitator: Jessica Borushok, PhD, C.Psych.

Using acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) to increase adherence to exposure work

Presented by SickKids CCMH Learning Institute

Dates: November 7 and 14, 2022
Time: 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. EST
Facilitator: Jessica Borushok, PhD, C.Psych.

Workshop Description

Preventing burnout and connecting to meaning: An acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) approach for early career professionals

Presented by SickKids CCMH Learning Institute

Live webinar: August 15, 2022 | 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. EST
Facilitator: Matthew Boone, LCSW

In person national ACT and FACT conference at Camp Tamarack in Muskoka, Ontario.

About the Workshop

This highly practical and experiential workshop, led by a world-renowned trainer and best-selling author, will introduce participants to the core principles and techniques of Acceptance & Commitment Therapy. ACT has been found to significantly reduce symptoms of stress, anxiety and depression, while helping people building richer, more fulfilling lives.

Included in the price are extensive support materials to help you implement ACT in your practice after the workshop.

An introduction to acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT): Enhancing your practice with acceptance, self-compassion, and values-based action

Presented by SickKids CCMH Learning Institute

Live webinar May 3 and 17, 2022 | 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. EST
Facilitated by Matthew Boone, LCSW