Experiencing ACT from the Inside Out A Self-Practice Self-Reflection Workbook

Experiencing ACT from the Inside Out: A Self-Practice Self-Reflection Workbook is a practical guide designed for therapists, psychologists, and mental health practitioners who want to deepen their understanding of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) by engaging with it on a personal level. Written by Dennis Tirch, PhD, and Laura Silberstein-Tirch, PsyD, the book provides experiential exercises to help readers integrate ACT principles into their own lives before applying them in their professional practice.

Key Features of the Book:

Self-Practice and Self-Reflection (SP/SR) Approach

Encourages therapists to personally engage in ACT techniques.

Helps them reflect on their experiences to enhance their clinical work.

Experiential Learning

Readers work through structured exercises that guide them in applying ACT principles, such as cognitive defusion, acceptance, mindfulness, values, and committed action.

Personal and Professional Growth

Aims to help therapists build psychological flexibility, which is central to ACT.

Encourages introspection on personal struggles to enhance empathy for clients.

Structured Yet Flexible Format

Chapters include hands-on exercises, self-reflection prompts, and case examples.

Encourages both individual practice and discussion in supervision or training groups.

Who Is It For?

Therapists and mental health professionals looking to deepen their ACT skills.

ACT trainees and students seeking a hands-on approach to learning.

Anyone interested in personal development through ACT-based exercises.

This book is part of the Self-Practice/Self-Reflection series by Guilford Press, which emphasizes experiential learning for therapists across different therapeutic modalities.