ACT Therapy (Acceptance & Commitment Therapy) in North York
ACT helps you develop psychological flexibility — the ability to stay present, accept difficult emotions, and take action aligned with your values. At Emerald Park Medical & Psychotherapy (North York), our therapists use ACT to help you break free from unhelpful mental loops and build a life with purpose and clarity.
What ACT Helps With:
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Anxiety and chronic worry
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Depression
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Trauma & PTSD
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Perfectionism
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Stress and burnout
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Chronic pain
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Negative self-talk
How ACT Works
ACT uses six core processes:
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Acceptance of difficult emotions
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Cognitive defusion to change your relationship with thoughts
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Mindfulness to stay grounded
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Values clarification to understand what matters
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Committed action toward life goals
This is not about trying to “fix” emotions — it’s about learning to live well with them.
What to Expect in ACT Sessions
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Guided mindfulness practices
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Exercises to reduce the power of painful thoughts
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Identifying personal values (family, career, relationships)
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Building small habits aligned with your goals
Sessions are warm, collaborative, and practical.
Book ACT Therapy in North York
Our licensed therapists are trained in ACT and offer both in-person and virtual sessions.