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.

Professionals Who Specialize in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

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

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

Moses Appel, PhD

Therapist, Doctor of Psychology, Ph.D.

OCD & Anxiety Specialist

  • 🎯 Direct
  • πŸ’™ Warm
  • 🀝 Collaborative

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

Danielle Taylor, LMHC

Therapist, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC

Dating & Relationship Therapist

  • πŸ’™ Warm
  • πŸ’‘ Solution-oriented
  • πŸ₯‡ Empowering
  • 🀝 Collaborative

Raizy Mushell

Therapist, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW-R

Nothing is impossible. The word itself says "I’m possible".

  • πŸ’­ Open minded
  • 🎯 Direct
  • πŸ’™ Warm
  • πŸ’‘ Solution-oriented

Doron Lazarus, CSSC

Coach, Certified Sleep Science Coach, CSSC

Sleep is one of the necessary blessings in life allowing a person to refresh their body and spirit. - Rabbi Berel Wein

  • 🎯 Direct
  • πŸ˜ƒ Humorous
  • πŸ’‘ Solution-oriented
  • 🌎 Holistic

Brocha Silverstein

Therapist, Drug & Alcohol Counselor, SAP, NCAC, CASAC-G

You don't need to journey this Road 2 Recovery Alone,

  • πŸ™ Spiritual
  • πŸ’™ Warm
  • 🌎 Holistic
  • πŸ’ͺ Challenging

Eli Goldberg

Therapist, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, CASAC

We are all just walking each other home - Ram Dass

  • 🧘 Calm
  • πŸ’™ Warm
  • πŸ˜ƒ Humorous
  • πŸ™ Spiritual

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

  • πŸ’™ Warm
  • πŸ‘‚ Listener
  • πŸ’‘ Solution-oriented
  • πŸ₯‡ Empowering

Rivky Weiss

Therapist, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW

I am not what happened to me, I am what I choose to become.

  • πŸ’™ Warm
  • πŸ₯‡ Empowering
  • 🎯 Direct
  • 🀝 Collaborative

Rachel Levinson, LCSW

Therapist, LCSW

I aim to create a positive, supportive space that encourages growth, self-discovery, and a sense of empowerment for each unique individual

  • πŸ’™ Warm
  • πŸ˜ƒ Humorous
  • πŸ’‘ Solution-oriented
  • 🀝 Collaborative

Leah Rabovsky, LMSW

Therapist, Licensed Master Social Worker

The willingness to show up changes us, It makes us a little braver each time.- BrenΓ© Brown

  • 🎯 Direct
  • πŸ’™ Warm
  • πŸ₯‡ Empowering
  • 🀝 Collaborative

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