Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT)
A mindfulness-based therapy that helps you make room for hard thoughts and feelings, and take committed action toward what matters to you.
How it helps
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) has a strong, growing evidence base across anxiety, depression, chronic pain and stress. Rather than fighting difficult thoughts, ACT builds psychological flexibility — staying present, unhooking from unhelpful thinking, and acting on your values.
Our clinicians apply ACT's core processes — acceptance, defusion, present-moment awareness, values and committed action — in a practical, personalised way.
Who it's for
Adults who feel stuck or over-controlled by worry and self-criticism, or who want a values-driven, mindfulness-based approach.
What it helps with
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Stress & burnout
- Chronic pain
- Perfectionism
- Self-criticism
- Life transitions
What to expect
First session
We map what you're struggling with and clarify what truly matters to you.
A shared plan
Your psychologist shapes an ACT-based plan around your values and goals.
Skills & practice
You learn mindfulness, defusion and acceptance skills, and take values-based action.
Review & embed
We track progress and build habits that keep you moving toward what matters.
Fees & funding
Therapy sessions may attract a Medicare rebate under a Mental Health Care Plan (Better Access) — ask your GP whether you're eligible for up to 10 subsidised sessions a year. Most private health 'extras' also cover psychology. We'll explain the gap fee before you book.
Common questions
How is ACT different from CBT?
Do I have to meditate?
How many sessions will I need?
Is telehealth available?
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