Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) in Manhattan, NY
Live with Purpose, Presence, and Emotional Freedom
Live with Purpose, Presence, and Emotional Freedom
At Manhattan Wellness, we offer Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help you move through life’s challenges with more ease, compassion, and meaning.
Life is hard - and it gets even harder when we over-identify with our negative thoughts. Sometimes we need to take a pause and reflect on how we feel about our thoughts before jumping into action - especially if those behaviors that follow aren’t necessarily healthy for us.
ACT isn’t about “fixing” who you are — it’s about helping you build psychological flexibility, so you can respond to your thoughts and emotions in healthier ways and live a life guided by your values.
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) is an evidence-based approach that integrates mindfulness techniques, behavioral strategies, and values-based action. Rather than trying to suppress or control painful emotions, ACT helps you accept them, detach from unhelpful thoughts, and focus on what truly matters to you.
What Is Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)?
- Anxiety and stress
- Depression and low mood
- OCD and intrusive thoughts
- PTSD and trauma-related symptoms
- Relationship or work-related challenges
Developed from the same roots as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), ACT encourages flexibility and self-compassion - both of which are key ingredients for lasting change.
Let go of the constant struggle to control or avoid negative thoughts and feelings.
Develop self-compassion and resilience in the face of stress.
Reconnect with your core values, what truly gives your life meaning.
Make choices that move you toward the life you’ve always imagines, not away from discomfort.
Strengthen the relationships and communication you have with others.
Cultivate a sense of mindfulness and inner calm, even when life can throw you curveballs.
Learning to use ACT alongside our expertly trained therapists, you will grow to be able to:
What to Expect in ACT at Manhattan Wellness
You can expect:
- Mindfulness and grounding practices to help build awareness and calm.
- Values exploration to have clear direction on what truly matters most to you.
- Behavioral strategies for taking action that aligns with your values.
- Personalized exercises and reflections that encourage real-world growth.
ACT therapy is flexible, it can be short-term and focused, or a deeper, ongoing journey toward meaning and authenticity. Your therapist will tailor their approach specifically to you and your goals, to truly get the most out of your sessions.
Begin Acceptance and Commitment Therapy in Manhattan
Let’s help you move toward the life you want to live — one that’s meaningful, grounded, and authentically yours.
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If you’re ready to feel seen, supported, and actually make progress, we’re here. We offer in-person therapy in NYC and virtual therapy across New York and New Jersey.
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