Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) with Dr. CJ Powers

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Autism and The Neuroverse

New Focus Academy

53 episodes

5 days ago

Dr. Brandon Park, Neuropsychologist & Founder of New Focus Academy, and Alta Swarnes, Family Connections Director, present a podcast on neuroscience and family/professional support, with emphasis on Autism. Dr Park is a self-proclaimed brain nerd and cognitive neuroscientist studying and supporting Autism. Alta Swarnes has been in the mental health field since 1997 and has a son on the Autism Spectrum. Episodes will have regular reviews of topics where Alta interviews various professionals, including Dr. Park, and special trainings with a general focus on Autism and co-occurring disorders.

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Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) with Dr. CJ Powers

Autism and The Neuroverse

51 minutes 59 seconds

6 months ago

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) with Dr. CJ Powers

Dr. C.J. Powers, a clinical psychologist, breaks down Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). Dr. Powers explains ACT’s core principles of acceptance, mindfulness, and committed action and illuminates its impact on psychological flexibility. Especially for individuals with neurodivergence, like autism, ACT offers game-changing tools for overcoming rigidity and aligning actions with values.

Discover how ACT works, explore practical exercises for personal growth, and learn how Dr. Powers adapts ACT to support neurodiverse clients. Plus, get expert insights into using ACT to face life’s challenges and step into meaningful action.