ACT Therapy Training 1

This module provides insights and learning on the following topics; The Scientific and Clinical Importance of Process, Context, Understanding Human Behaviour Part 1, Understanding Human Behaviour Part 2, The Evolution of Human Language – A Double Edged Sword, The Problem With Control and Complex Narratives and the Role of Coherence.

Test your knowledge – complete the short quiz at the end of each session for professional development (CPD/CME/CE). By successfully completing all quizzes in this module you will be eligible for a Certificate of Achievement.

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SESSIONS IN THIS MODULE

01

The Scientific and Clinical Importance of Process

In this session, Dr John Boorman investigates the scientific and clinical importance of process. Where we are at in terms of understanding the human condition and why specific processes work is a problem for everyone connected with helping alleviate human suffering. Whilst there are many empirically supported psychological models aimed to relieve human suffering, including...

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02

Context

In this session, Dr John Boorman discusses how ACT sits within a wider organisational structure termed Contextual Behavioural Science (CBS). The importance of understanding context is not new in behavioural sciences. Behaviour is not dependent on anything else, it can only be influenced by the contexts with which it operates, whether these are biological, environmental,...

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03

Understanding Human Behaviour (Part 1)

In this session, Dr John Boorman explains how understanding how humans behave and act in different circumstances is a core part in psychological therapy. ACT takes the approach that helping others with this process, whether they are clients, colleagues, friends etc. helps empower them to make significant changes in their lives.

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04

Understanding Complex Human Behaviour (Part 2)

In this session, Dr John Boorman explores how understanding how humans behave and act in different circumstances can be complex and confusing, both for the client and clinician. Dr Boorman demonstrates the importance of understanding the clients’ language, and how this is used to help therapist and clients begin to understand their behaviour. He provides...

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05

The Evolution of Human Language – A Double Edged Sword

In this session, Dr John Boorman explores how language is at the heart of everything thing we do and has a central role in how we operate in the world. We experience the world directly (as it is) and indirectly (relationally). Dr Boorman explains how human language and thinking has evolved over time and can...

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OTHER MODULES IN THIS SERIES

Module Two: 7 Sessions

ACT Therapy Training 2

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Module Three: 5 Sessions

ACT Therapy Training 3

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