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Find Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Therapists & Counselors in Independence, MO.

 

Are you struggling to cope with the pressures of life? There is help available for you. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) is a form of psychotherapy that can help you be more mindful, more resilient, and more flexible in your thinking. With ACT, you’ll learn to be more present in the moment, accept your feelings and thoughts, and align your actions with your goals.

If you are getting overwhelmed by life’s stresses or anxiety, ACT might help. Whether you are located in downtown Independence, the suburbs of Independence, other nearby places such as Overland Park, Kansas City, or anywhere else in Missouri, Mental Health Match can help you easily find an experienced therapist or counselor who best meets your needs.

Is Acceptance and Commitment Therapy Right For You?

Acceptance and commitment therapy is not like other therapies. The goal of ACT is not to change or get rid of negative emotions; rather, the goal is to learn to live with them, not overreact from them, and accept them as part of life.

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy can be a helpful treatment for many mental health conditions, including:

  • Anxiety
  • Stress
  • Depression
  • Substance Abuse
  • Anger

The goal of this therapeutic approach is to propel you to a state of psychological flexibility so you can act in a way that serves you.

If you’re feeling overwhelmed by life or stuck in a spiral of negative emotions, you could benefit from ACT. If you would like to learn more about Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, read licensed therapist Nicole Redderow’s article about how ACT can help you find new comfort.

Change Your Life with an ACT Counselor Today!

An ACT counselor or therapist can help you make peace with things that are out of your control and move forward peacefully. And with Mental Health Match, finding a qualified ACT therapist is easy! Start by browsing experts below or by using our free therapist matching tool.

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Kristin Effan
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I primarily work with individuals experiencing anxiety, stress, self-esteem concerns and difficult life transitions. Many of my clients are often dealing with other co-occurring concerns such as depression, grief, trauma, and perfectionism.


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I primarily work with individuals experiencing anxiety, stress, self-esteem concerns and difficult life transitions. Many of my clients are often dealing with other co-occurring concerns such as depression, grief, trauma, and perfectionism.

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You can expect our sessions to be laid back and informal. My calm, supportive demeanor and sense of humor provides a safe space for you to explore your unique concerns as we work on solutions together to get you back on track and living in the moment

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Anxiety in Relationships
  • Anxiety Management
  • Confidence
  • Coping Skills
  • Friendships
  • Generalized Anxiety Disorder
  • Health Anxiety
  • High Anxiety
  • High-Functioning Anxiety
  • Illness Anxiety Disorder
  • Life Transitions
  • Perfectionism
  • Relationship Distress
  • Self-Esteem
  • Social Anxiety
  • Stress
  • Women
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Dr. Lauren Masuda
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Work through identifying and processing thoughts, emotions, interpersonal patterns; evaluate how those patterns are/are not serving you; make intentional choices for what you want your life to look like while relieving symptoms getting in the way.


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Work through identifying and processing thoughts, emotions, interpersonal patterns; evaluate how those patterns are/are not serving you; make intentional choices for what you want your life to look like while relieving symptoms getting in the way.

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Therapy can and will look different for every individual. Therapy is hard work, and also fun and rewarding. My approach to therapy is evidence-based and tailored to your needs and goals, which may change and pivot over the course of therapy.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Aging and Getting Older
  • Anxiety
  • Career Burnout
  • Caregivers
  • Chronic Illness
  • Confidence
  • Depression
  • End of Life
  • Families
  • Grief
  • Insomnia and Sleep Problems
  • Life Adjustment
  • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Relationship Skills
  • Self-Esteem
  • Stress
  • Work-Life Balance
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Dr. Olivia Blandford
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renew and rework your relationships and feel happier and healthier as a result. You can move through trauma, conflict, and stressful changes and emerge living a more intentional, satisfying life. Tackle perfectionism, pain, and sadness.


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renew and rework your relationships and feel happier and healthier as a result. You can move through trauma, conflict, and stressful changes and emerge living a more intentional, satisfying life. Tackle perfectionism, pain, and sadness.

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I provide therapy that goes beyond generic coping strategies and support to help you dive deeper, gain insight, and improve your relationships with yourself and others. You can expect therapy that is high-quality, thoughtful, and tailored to you.

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  • Boundaries
  • Depression
  • Family of Origin
  • Grief
  • Interpersonal Difficulties
  • Life Adjustment
  • Relationship Distress
  • Self-Acceptance
  • Self-Esteem
  • Trauma
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Dr. Olivia Blandford remote and phone therapy in Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, District Of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolin...
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Katarina Ament
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Explore your history and values, learn strategies for managing stress and setting healthy boundaries, work toward self-compassion and acceptance, explore your strengths, and build healthy supports.


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Explore your history and values, learn strategies for managing stress and setting healthy boundaries, work toward self-compassion and acceptance, explore your strengths, and build healthy supports.

Something to know about my approach is:

I tailor my approach to my clients. Sometimes just having space to explore thoughts and feelings allows for new insights. Others may benefit from support and validation, gentle challenging, or practical tools to manage stress and process emotions.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Adult Children of Narcissistic Parents
  • High-Functioning Anxiety
  • Highly Sensitive People (HSPs)
  • Narcissistic Abuse
  • Perfectionism
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Katarina Ament remote and phone therapy in Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, District Of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, Ohi...
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Dr. Sheena Sikorski
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Help you feel more accepting of yourself when you make mistakes, quiet your harsh inner critic so you feel less anxiety and shame, and increase your confidence to speak up instead of people-pleasing.


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Help you feel more accepting of yourself when you make mistakes, quiet your harsh inner critic so you feel less anxiety and shame, and increase your confidence to speak up instead of people-pleasing.

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We will work together to help you develop new, healthier habits so you feel like an upgraded version of yourself that is aligned with the person you want to be.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Anxiety
  • Body Image
  • Coaching
  • Confidence
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Emotional Regulation
  • Finding Meaning or Purpose
  • Guilt
  • Imposter Syndrome
  • Life Transitions
  • Loneliness
  • Overachievers
  • People Pleasing
  • Perfectionism
  • Relationship Conflict
  • Self-Acceptance
  • Self-Compassion
  • Self-Worth
  • Shame
  • Social Anxiety
  • Values
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Dr. Sheena Sikorski remote and phone therapy in Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Delaware, District Of Columbia, Georgia, Illinois, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Texas...