The Journey of Life: A Metaphor for Values in ACT

Daniel J. Moran, Ph.D.

MidAmerican Psychological Institute
Pickslyde Consulting

Key Points

  1. The work of clarifying values encourages the client to leverage the power of language to help behavioral change.
  2. Values are often considered chosen life directions and the ACT therapist will open discussions about what is meaningful and vital to the client.
  3. The “going west” metaphor is a traditional ACT intervention.

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