Steven Hayes' therapeutic approach that helps clients accept difficult thoughts and feelings while committing to actions aligned with their values. It uses mindfulness and behavioral strategies to increase psychological flexibility rather than eliminating symptoms.
Developed by Steven Hayes in the 1980s-90s, based on Relational Frame Theory and functional contextualism. The name emphasizes two key processes: accepting internal experiences (thoughts, feelings) that can't be controlled, and committing to behavioral changes that move toward valued life directions.
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