Unlocking the potential of acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) by Theresa Lupcho, LPC | Oct 20, 2023 | Beginning Therapy, Mental Health Topics Acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) is a unique form of psychotherapy that combines elements of cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and mindfulness to promote psychological flexibility, emotional well-being, and the pursuit of meaningful life goals. Unlike traditional therapies that seek to eliminate or control negative thoughts and feelings, ACT teaches individuals to…
Self-worth vs. self-esteem: What’s the difference? by Laura Harris, LCMHC | Mar 17, 2023 | Mental Health Topics, Self-Improvement There are many closely related “self-” words including self-worth, self-esteem, self-respect, self-value, and so on. But two appear to mean virtually the same exact thing: self-worth and self-esteem. If you have self-worth, this means that you value yourself – you believe that you’re a good person who is worthy of…