ACT for Treating Children: The Essential Guide to Acceptance and Commitment Therapy for Kids

Clinicians need customizable approaches for treating children with mental health conditions such as anxiety and depression. ACT for Treating Children offers clear, practical, brief, and developmentally appropriate strategies grounded in acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) to help children ages 5 to 12 learn effective coping skills, manage emotions, and bounce back from life's difficulties.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 248 pages
Publication date: 09 June 2022
Publisher: New Harbinger Publications

More than ever, clinicians need customizable approaches for treating children with mental health conditions such as anxiety and depression. Written by an experienced educational psychologist, ACT for Treating Children offers clear, practical, brief, and developmentally appropriate strategies grounded in acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) to help children ages 5 to 12 learn effective coping skills, manage emotions, and bounce back from life's difficulties.

A brief 6-10 session protocol. Clear, practical, and developmentally appropriate strategies to help children ages 5 to 12 learn effective coping skills, manage emotions, and bounce back from life's difficulties. If you treat children struggling with mental health conditions such as depression or anxiety, you know that approaches designed for adults do not work with younger clients. ACT for Treating Children presents skills grounded in evidence-based acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) to help children regulate emotions and cope with the inevitable ups and downs of life, and is suitable for clinicians with no prior knowledge of or training in ACT, as well as seasoned ACT clinicians. Written by an experienced educational and developmental psychologist, this practical clinician's guide outlines a simplified version of the ACT Hexaflex-a key component of this treatment model-called the Kidflex, to help young clients build resilience and psychological flexibility. You'll also find detailed case studies, transcripts, activities, experiential exercises, worksheets, and session plans to help you develop the skillset you need to help children overcome disorders such as stress, anxiety, and depression. Finally, you'll find strategies for involving parents in treatment when appropriate, and enlisting them as ACT coaches in the process.

Clinicians who work with children who are struggling with mental health conditions such as anxiety and depression know that traditional approaches may not be effective. This is where ACT for Treating Children comes in. Written by an experienced educational psychologist, this book offers clear, practical, and developmentally appropriate strategies grounded in acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) to help children ages 5 to 12 learn effective coping skills, manage emotions, and bounce back from life's difficulties.

The book is divided into six chapters, each focusing on a different aspect of ACT for treating children. In the first chapter, the author explains the basics of ACT and how it can be applied to children. The second chapter provides an overview of the Kidflex, a simplified version of the ACT Hexaflex that is designed specifically for children. The third chapter discusses the importance of involving parents in treatment and how to enlist them as ACT coaches. The fourth chapter offers detailed case studies and transcripts to help clinicians apply the strategies discussed in the book. The fifth chapter includes activities, experiential exercises, worksheets, and session plans to help clinicians develop the skills they need to help children overcome disorders such as stress, anxiety, and depression. The sixth chapter provides strategies for involving parents in treatment when appropriate and enlisting them as ACT coaches.

One of the key strengths of ACT for Treating Children is its practicality. The book is written in a clear and concise manner, making it easy to understand and apply to clinical practice. The strategies are also developmentally appropriate, meaning they are tailored to the needs of children ages 5 to 12. Additionally, the book includes detailed case studies and transcripts that help clinicians apply the strategies in real-world situations.

Another strength of the book is its emphasis on involving parents in treatment. The author recognizes that children's mental health is often influenced by their family environment, and that involving parents in treatment can be beneficial for both the child and their family. The book provides strategies for involving parents in treatment, such as using family therapy.

In conclusion, ACT for Treating Children is a valuable resource for clinicians who work with children who are struggling with mental health conditions. The book offers clear, practical, and developmentally appropriate strategies grounded in acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) to help children learn effective coping skills, manage emotions, and bounce back from life's difficulties. The book's emphasis on involving parents in treatment and its practicality make it a valuable resource for clinicians with no prior knowledge of or training in ACT, as well as seasoned ACT clinicians. I highly recommend this book to anyone who works with children who are struggling with mental health conditions.

Weight: 487g
Dimension: 290 x 178 x 16 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781684039760