In the acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) model, the right-hand side of the hexaflex focuses on Values and Committed Action—two processes crucial for creating a meaningful and purpose-driven life. These processes are particularly engaging for adolescents, as they are at a developmental stage where they are exploring their identity and what matters most to them.
From Avoidance to Action: Exploring Values and Commitment in ACT for Teens
Key Points
- Values in ACT represent an individual’s sense of what matters most, guiding intentional and purposeful behavior.
- Emory’s current behavior is inflexible, driven by avoidance, but the therapeutic goal is to shift towards committed action, which is values-driven and fulfilling.
- The next steps in therapy involve a functional analysis to create an ACT formulation that aligns with Emory’s values and guides the therapeutic process.
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