Demystifying ACT: A Practical Guide for Therapists

Earn 5 CE/CME Credits - Online ACT Training for Therapists

Learn the fundamentals of ACT in this course led by Dr. DJ Moran, who is a Ph.D. in clinical and school psychology, a board-certified behavioral analyst, consultant, and trainer. This is an on-demand, self-paced online training covering the essentials of ACT.

Can you learn ACT and have fun at the same time? Absolutely! All our videos are easy to follow and fun to watch.

Get access to a comprehensive and unique learning experience, adapted to your busy schedule. All modules are divided into small digestible videos, each one of them gives you actionable take-home messages (scroll down to watch a sample).

And this course offers you a free bonus! You will be delighted with our 2 exclusive audio interviews with Dr. Moran, where he tackles two real-life clinical cases. Keep on learning as you go about your day!

This training offers 5 CE/CME credits.

Online ACT Training You Can Immediately Apply to Your Practice

In this online course, you can learn at your own pace, we have divided each module into several video sections, which are short and to the point.

You can easily choose which video section you are interested in watching. You can also listen to the audio version or download PDF transcripts.

Module 1 - ACT

In this first module, Dr. Moran introduces ACT. He explores each component of this therapeutic approach and presents the ACT hexagon model.

Sections

An Introduction to the Introduction to ACT
ACT is Based on Empirically-Supported Principles
ACT Aims to Increase Psychological Flexibility
The Hockey Goalie: A Metaphor for Psychological Flexibility
ACT Leverages the Influence of Mindfulness Practice
ACT Utilizes Evidence-Based Applied Behavioral Science
Introducing the ACT Hexagon

Module 2 - The ACT Hexagon–Part I

Dr. Moran thoroughly analyzes 3 of the 6 components of the ACT hexagon: Acceptance, defusion, and self-as-context.

Sections

Acceptance - Part II
Acceptance - Part II
“Drop the Rope”
Defusion - Part I
Defusion - Part II
Defusion - Part III
Self-as-Context - Part I
Self-as-Context - Part II
Self-as-Context - Part III

Module 3 - The ACT Hexagon–Part II

In this third module, Dr. Moran continues to explore the components of the hexagon model. This time he focuses on contact with the present moment, values, and committed action.

Sections

Contact with the Present Moment - Part I
Contact with the Present Moment - Part II
Contact with the Present Moment - Part III
Values - Part I
Values - Part II
Committed Action - Part I
Committed Action - Part II
Committed Action - Part III
The ACT Question

Module 4 - Case Conceptualization: The Inflexahex Model

In this module, Dr. Moran dives into case conceptualization. He introduces the inflexahex model and the inflexahex worksheet as important tools to complete this task.

Sections:

What is Case Conceptualization?
Introduction to the Inflexahex Model
Acceptance vs. Experiential Avoidance
Defusion vs. Cognitive Fusion
Self-as-Context vs. Attachment to a Conceptualized Self
Committed action vs. Persistent Inaction, Impulsivity, or Avoidance
Values Authorship vs. Lack of Values Clarity
Values vs. Pliance, Tracking, and Augmenting
Contact with the Present Moment vs. Dominance by the Past or the Feared Future
Reviewing the Inflexahex

Module 5 - Interviews with Dr. DJ Moran

During this interview, Jessica Diaz, M.D., explores Dr. Moran’s interest in ACT. Together, they discuss how to apply ACT principles and interventions in different case scenarios.

Sections

Grief and Hopelessness With ACT: Listen to Dr. DJ Moran Approach a Clinical Case
Social Anxiety With ACT: Listen to Dr. DJ Moran Approach a Clinical Case

Sample Video: Introducing the ACT Hexagon

All of our materials are concise and clinically relevant. That's our rule.

Meet Your ACT Instructor

Daniel J Moran, Ph.D.

Dr. Daniel J. Moran is founder of the MidAmerican Psychological Institute, founder of Pickslyde Consulting, and past-President of the Association for Contextual Behavioral Science. He received an Outstanding Mentor Award from the Association for Behavior Analysis International.

Dr. Moran coauthored ACT in Practice, a case conceptualization manual for Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and several publications applying ACT to clinical issues, leadership, and behavioral health. He has appeared on The Learning Channel, Animal Planet, and The Oprah Winfrey Network discussing anxiety disorders, and is a recognized ACT trainer and board-certified Behavior Analyst.

Accreditation Information

Physicians (ACCME)

Credit Designation
Medical Academy LLC designates this enduring material for a maximum of 5.0 AMA PRA Category 1 credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Nurses (ANCC)

Nurses (ANCC)

Amedco LLC designates this activity for a maximum of 5.0 ANCC contact hours.

Psychologists (APA)

This course is co-sponsored by Medical Academy LLC and Psychotherapy Academy. Medical Academy LLC is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. Medical Academy LLC maintains responsibility for this program and its content. 5.0 hours.

Medical Academy LLC designates this activity for a maximum of 5.0 psychologist contact hours.

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MA / MFTs: Participants can self-submit courses not approved by the MAMFT board for review.

The following state boards accept courses offering ASWB ACE credit for Addictions Professionals: AK, CA, CO, CT, GA, IA, IN, KS, LA, MO, MT, ND, NM, NV, OK, OR, SC, WA, WI, WV, WY

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In support of improving patient care, this activity has been planned and implemented by Amedco LLC and Psychopharmacology Institute. Amedco LLC is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.

New York Board for Psychologist (NY PSY)

Amedco is recognized by the New York State Education Department’s State Board for Psychology as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed psychologists #PSY-0031 5.0 hours.

Learners Notification

ENDURING MATERIAL LEARNER NOTIFICATION

Psychotherapy Academy

Demystifying Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
Date of CE Release: February 15, 2020

Date of CE Expiration: February 15, 2024

Location: Online

Acknowledgement of Financial Commercial Support

No financial commercial support was received for this educational activity.

Acknowledgement of In-Kind Commercial Support

No in-kind commercial support was received for this educational activity.

Satisfactory Completion

Learners must listen to each audio self-directed while following with the visual slides, pass the post-test with a score of 80% or higher and complete an evaluation form to receive a certificate of completion. You must participate in the entire activity as partial credit is not available. If you are seeking continuing education credit for a specialty not listed below, it is your responsibility to contact your licensing/certification board to determine course eligibility for your licensing/certification requirement.

Objectives - After attending this program you should be able to:

Define Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).
Describe the ACT hexagon model and each one of its components.
Explain how case conceptualization is conducted in this therapeutic approach.

Disclosure of Conflict of Interest

The following table of disclosure information is provided to learners and contains the relevant financial relationships that each individual in a position to control the content disclosed to Amedco. All of these relationships were treated as a conflict of interest, and have been resolved. (C7 SCS 6.1-‐6.2, 6.5)

All individuals in a position to control the content of CE are listed below:

First	Last	Commercial Interest
Flavio	Guzman	Nothing to Disclose
Daniel	Moran	Nothing to Disclose
Geraldine	Hall	Nothing to Disclose
Stephanie	Vaughn	Nothing to Disclose

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