Starting off on the right foot in acceptance and commitment therapy.

Area of Science:

• Psychology
• Behavioral Therapy
• Clinical Psychology

Background:

• Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) is a psychological intervention.
• Understanding the foundational elements of ACT is crucial for effective implementation.

Purpose of the Study:

• To outline the initial phase of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).
• To provide a theoretical overview and empirical support for ACT.
• To illustrate early-stage ACT with a case example.

Main Methods:

• Review of ACT's theoretical orientation.
• Summary of empirical evidence supporting ACT.
• Case study detailing the initial phase of therapy.

Main Results:

• The article provides a foundational understanding of ACT's initial phase.
• Empirical support for the ACT model is presented.
• A case example demonstrates practical application.

Conclusions:

• Practical recommendations are offered for initiating ACT.
• The article serves as a guide for clinicians starting with ACT.
• Effective implementation of ACT begins with understanding its core principles.