Understanding Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT): Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) is a therapeutic approach designed to help individuals manage difficult emotions and thoughts. ACT encourages acceptance of these experiences while promoting actions aligned with personal values. This approach teaches clients to be present in the moment and make choices that lead to a more fulfilling life. Application and Scope of ACT: ACT is widely applied to treat various concerns, including anxiety, depression, chronic pain, and stress. It is particularly effective for individuals who struggle with negative thought patterns and avoidance behaviors. ACT's focus on mindfulness and values-driven actions empowers individuals to overcome psychological barriers and live authentically. What to Expect in ACT Sessions: During ACT sessions, you'll work collaboratively with a therapist to develop mindfulness skills and clarify your values. Therapists use exercises and metaphors to help you observe your thoughts and emotions without judgment. They also guide you in setting goals that align with your values and taking action steps to achieve them.

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Why feel when feelings hurt? How can I experience my emotions without falling apart? What makes it so hard to feel? Sounds familiar? Let's explore this together.

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While for some, Pesach and religious holidays are the highlight of the year, for others, these times can be quite challenging.  Whatever your experience, whether anticipating eagerly or dreading anxiously,…

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Professionals Who Specialize in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

Danielle Taylor, LMHC

Therapist, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC

Dating & Relationship Therapist

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  • 🀝 Collaborative

Moses Appel, PhD

Therapist, Doctor of Psychology, Ph.D.

OCD & Anxiety Specialist

  • 🎯 Direct
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  • 🀝 Collaborative

Avi Weiskopf, LCSW

Therapist, Licensed Clinical Social Worker

All of us are born with many parts who exist as an internal family within us, and the key to health and happiness is to honor, understand, and love every part.” - Dr. Richard Schwartz

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Sara Blank, LMSW

Therapist, Licensed Master Social Work: IN PERSON SESSIONS ONLY

Empowering individuals to reclaim what was lost and redefine what is possible

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  • πŸ’ͺ Challenging
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Lauren Gerardi, LMHC

Therapist, Licensed Mental Health Counselor

Between stimulus and response there is a space. In that space is our power to choose our response. In our response lies our growth and our freedom. - Viktor E. Frankl

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Ariela Bellin

Therapist, Doctor of Psychology, PsyD

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Team Care

You need someone on your team.

When times are tough, support is not a luxury- it’s a necessity.

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  • 🌎 Holistic

Temimah Zucker, LCSW

Therapist, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW

Courage does not erase our fears; courage is when we face our fears.

  • 🎯 Direct
  • πŸ’ͺ Challenging
  • πŸ™Œ Affirming
  • 🀝 Collaborative

Yocheved Jacobsohn, LMHC

Therapist, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC

β€œThe curious paradox is that when I accept myself just as I am, then I can change.” -Carl Rogers

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  • πŸ₯‡ Empowering
  • 🀝 Collaborative

Simi Schwartz, LCSW

Therapist, Licensed Clinical Social Worker

The one thing you can’t take away from me is the way I choose to respond to what you do to me. The last of one’s freedoms is to choose one’s attitude in any given circumstance. ― Viktor E. Frankl

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  • πŸ’™ Warm
  • πŸ’ͺ Challenging
  • πŸ™Œ Affirming

Rachel Toiv, LMHC

Therapist, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC

The curious paradox is that when I accept myself just as I am, then I can change. - Carl Rogers

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  • πŸ’‘ Solution-oriented
  • πŸ™Œ Affirming
  • πŸ₯‡ Empowering

Malky Berger, LCSW

Therapist, Licensed Clinical Social Worker

I prioritize creating an atmosphere of safety, trust, compassion, and understanding.

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  • πŸ₯‡ Empowering
  • 🀝 Collaborative

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