Mindfulness, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Mindfulness, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Auckland
SB Psychology offer a full range of support including mindfulness, acceptance and commitment therapy to help find a long-term solution for patients.
What is Mindfulness, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)?
Mindfulness is a powerful and effective change of thought that help bring you closer to living a better and more fulfilled life. It will teach you psychological skills to deal with any painful thoughts or feelings and reducing their influence on your life while helping to clarify what is important to you. Focused on what your values are, mindfulness is about guiding, inspiring and motivating you to change your life for the better.
ACT breaks mindfulness skills down into 3 categories:
1) Defusion: Moving away and letting go of unhelpful thoughts and feelings.
2) Acceptance: Allowing painful feelings to come and go without a struggle.
3) Engaging with the present moment: Being and appreciating the here and now.
The therapy is strongly based on awareness of both your body and mind and offers a new and rewarding way of viewing the world that may work when other therapies may not.
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We are currently accepting patients, however you may need a referral from your current doctor before we can begin treatment.
DEPRESSION
Depression is a serious condition that affects your physical and mental health which can last for long periods of time without any apparent reason.
ANXIETY
Anxiety is a normal emotion that causes increased alertness, fear, and physical signs, such as a rapid heart rate.
STRESS
Stress is the feeling of being overwhelmed or unable to cope with mental or emotional pressure.
POST TRAUMATIC STRESS DISORDER
A particular set of reactions that can develop in people who have been through a traumatic event.
ADDICTION
Addiction is a physical or psychological need to do, take or use something, to the point where it could be harmful to you
SEXUAL ABUSE
Abusive sexual behaviour by one person upon another.
WORK RELATED INJURY
Work-related injuries can include physical injuries, psychological disorders or diseases.
RELATIONSHIP ISSUES
Isolating and managing relationship issues for a positive outcome.
OFFENCE FOCUSED REHABILITATION
Helping to develop life skills, provide counselling and support, and building constructive days, routines and reinforce good habits.
Psychology is ultimately mythology, the study of the stories of the soul.
FAQ's
What is the difference between a Psychologist and a Psychiatrist?
Psychiatrists prescribe medication, psychologists can't. Psychiatrists diagnose illness, manage treatment and provide a range of therapies for complex and serious mental illness. Psychologists focus on providing psychotherapy (talk therapy) to help patients.
What can SB Psychology provide assistance with?
Sarah specialises in assessment and treatment with adult males and females, and young people (13-21). She provides assistance with:
- Depression
- Anxiety
- Stress and wellbeing
- Post Traumatic Stress Disorder
- Substance use and Addictions
- Sexual abuse
- Work related injury
- Relationship issues
- Offence focused rehabilitation
If you can't see what you are looking for, please get in touch.
How do I know it will work?
Sarah is passionate about helping people and works to create an atmosphere where her clients feel comfortable and safe. She helps her clients to develop insight into the distressing patterns in their life and works alongside to identify and empower her clients to create healthy choices and alternatives. Sarah takes a holistic yet practical approach with her clients and draws on a range of evidence-based psychological therapies such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectic Behavioural Therapy (DBT), Schema Therapy, Mindfulness, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR). Sarah values the experiences each client brings and uses their unique qualities and strengths to bring about positive change and improve quality of life.
If you still aren't sure that SB Psychology Services if right for you, please get in touch for a confidential chat with Sarah today.
How do I get an appointment?
There are two ways this can happen.
If you are currently under the care of your doctor, ask them to send a referral to SB Psychology Services - just give them this web address!
If you are not under the care of a doctor, you may contact us directly however we may not be the service you require.
What can I expect in my first session?
Sarah will spend the initial session exploring what has prompted you to seek help and considering which approach will be best to help you achieve your goals or enhance your wellbeing. This involves finding out what is important to you, where you want to get to, your values and strengths as well as exploring your difficulties and the issue that has resulting in you deciding to seek help. Sarah will work from a collaborative and tailored therapy model that will help you get where you want to be.
How many sessions will I need?
Sarah will advise you at the start of therapy of the recommended number of sessions required to help you reach you goal.
How long are the appointments?
Sessions are 50 minutes in duration.
Can I bring a support person/whānau member?
It is important that you feel comfortable when you attend sessions. Support people and whānau are most welcome. Bringing them along, particularly to your first session can help alleviate any anxiety related to attending the session.
NOW is a great time to get in touch!
SB Psychology Services in Auckland are actively accepting referrals and patients.
Please get in touch to discuss how we can help.