Black, Tamar D.
ACT for Treating Children: The Essential Guide to Acceptance and Commitment Therapy for Kids
- ISBN 13:
- 9781684039760
- author:
- Black, Tamar D.
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- New Harbinger Publications
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2022
- Pages:
- 248
- Dimensions:
- 29 x 17.8 x 1.6 centimetres (0.3
- Genre:
- Nonfiction, Psychology, Developmental,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 2 working days
Description
ACT for Treating Children: A Practical Guide to Acceptance and Commitment Therapy for Kids
This guide offers clinicians clear, practical strategies grounded in acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) to help children aged 5-12 develop effective coping skills and manage emotions. The book provides a simplified version of the ACT Hexaflex, called the Kidflex, to build resilience and psychological flexibility.
With detailed case studies, activities, experiential exercises, worksheets, and session plans, this clinician's guide is suitable for both experienced and new practitioners of ACT. It also covers strategies for involving parents in treatment when appropriate, making it a valuable resource for helping children overcome disorders such as stress, anxiety, and depression.