Acceptance

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) for Anxiety

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) offers a compassionate approach to dealing with work anxiety that emphasises acceptance, mindfulness, values, and…

3 weeks ago

ACT vs CBT: A Comparison of Approaches

CBT aims to modify problematic thoughts and behaviours, and focuses on problem-solving and symptom reduction. ACT, on the other hand,…

4 weeks ago

Escaping the Worry Trap

The worry trap is a cycle of unproductive thinking and behaviours that keeps people stuck in anxiety. By recognising this…

4 weeks ago

Finding the Right Treatment for Anxiety: A Guide to Options

If you are experiencing severe anxiety, it's important to know there are various effective paths to recovery. This guide explores…

4 weeks ago

Thriving in the Workplace: A Guide to Managing Anxiety at Work with an Anxiety Coach

An anxiety coach is a valuable partner in managing anxiety at work. By using a combination of solution-focused and acceptance…

1 month ago

Anxiety at Work: Strategies for Success

Dealing with anxiety at work requires a multifaceted approach. By combining techniques such as mindfulness, acceptance, exposure, relaxation, assertiveness, and…

1 month ago

Overcoming Burnout at Work: Advice, Support, and Transformation

Overcoming burnout requires acknowledging the problem, taking steps to reduce stress, and seeking support. By making key changes you can…

1 month ago

Enhancing Mental Health Through Mental Freedom: The Role of an Anxiety Coach

Mental freedom is about not being controlled by your own thoughts and feelings, and instead observing them without judgement. It…

1 month ago

How to Calm Your Anxious Mind

When you feel nervous, anxious, or worried, it’s important not to fight those feelings. Instead, focus on what you can…

1 month ago

Deciding When to Seek Help from an Anxiety Specialist

Seeking help from an anxiety specialist is advisable when anxiety significantly interferes with your daily life, causes intense and prolonged…

1 month ago

Uncoupling from Thoughts: The Power of Defusion

Defusion techniques involve a shift in how we relate to our thoughts, so that we see them as mental events,…

1 month ago

Automatic Negative Thoughts: Origins, Impact, and Management

Automatic Negative Thoughts are spontaneous, negative thought patterns that are influenced by our negativity bias, habitual thinking, emotional triggers and…

1 month ago

What is experiential avoidance?

Experiential avoidance is a core component of anxiety disorders, contributing to a cycle of suffering, restricted lives, and reduced well-being.…

1 month ago

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy for anxiety

ACT recognizes that psychological suffering is often caused by experiential avoidance, which is the attempt to avoid unwanted thoughts, feelings,…

1 month ago

Breaking the Grip of Dread: Overcoming Persistent Apprehension

It's important to be compassionate with yourself during this process. Choose one or two techniques that resonate with you and…

1 month ago