PSYD 744 - Acceptance&Commitment Therapy

Unit(s): 2

This course will introduce students to the science, theory, and practice of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). An overview of the history and theoretical foundation of ACT will be provided. The course will include a foundation in relational frame theory (RFT) and promote an understanding of how the core processes in ACT compare to other evidence-based psychotherapy treatments. There will be a focus on the development of skills in ACT through didactic, interactive, and experiential learning.

School of Nursing and Health Professions