CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) differs from ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy). Both are considered behavioral therapies, but they differ on the philosophy of behavior change science and the interventions for change. A significant aim in CBT is to identify and modify problematic thoughts. In contrast, the aim in ACT is to increase psychological flexibility via the non-judgmental acceptance of painful inner experiences. In other words, ACT patients learn how to let go of the agenda to control or get rid of thoughts and instead focus on the present moment and values-based behaviors.
Our team also offers ACT for insomnia (ACT-i). Learn more about ACT-i works here.