Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) is an empirically based psychological intervention that utilized acceptance and mindfulness strategies, along with commitment and behavioral change strategies with the goal of increasing psychological flexibility. Therapists who practice ACT employ metaphor, paradox, and experiential exercises to help clients learn to make healthy contact with feelings, thoughts, sensations, and memories that have been feared and avoided. ACT is based on the idea that psychological suffering is usually caused by the interaction between language and cognition, and the control of behavior by direct experience. ACT helps clients and therapists to change the way difficult private experiences (thoughts, feelings, memories, etc.) function mentally rather than having to fully eliminate them. By doing this, ACT helps clients cope effectively with a variety of difficulties including anxiety, depression, stress, trauma and many more.
Customized Types of Treatment
Our approach to treatment is both effective and complete. Upon intake, the therapist you meet with will discuss a variety of treatment options that would best suit your needs. Our treatment approaches include individual therapy, group therapy, parent training sessions as well as executive functioning training.
frequently asked questions
Mid Island Psychology Associates, PLLC is considered an out-of-network provider and does not accept insurance. Many insurance companies offer out-of-network benefits which provide reimbursement for psychotherapy services. Mid Island Psychology Associates, PLLC will provide you with all of the information necessary in order to submit for reimbursement through your insurance provider.
We accept cash, checks, or credit cards including flex-spending cards
Mid Island Psychology Associates, PLLC requests a minimum of 24-hours notice to cancel your appointment. If you do not cancel your appointment at least 24 hours in advance, or do not show for your appointment, you will be charged for the cost of service. This policy is to ensure that we are able to offer services to others should you be unable to attend.
