Acceptance and Commitment Therapy Skills and 12 Steps

[@jockie8584]

The best ACT video yet. Not only does it explain what ACT is, but it also tells you how you can implement it!

[@DocSnipes]

Thank you. I appreciate you watching the video

[@markhays9527]

I went out on my bike for 2 hours thanks to you. I've been having trounle going out. Thanks for giving me some direction.

[@DocSnipes]

Thanks for watching. Wishing you peace, health, and happiness.

[@CornbreadJenkins34]

Thank you for this! Dealing with ocd and addiction.... The ocd and struggling against my intrusive thoughts is my biggest challenge in overcoming this...

[@DocSnipes]

Wishing you peace, health and happiness. Thanks for watching.

[@dmercherson]

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[@kelleyburke6629]

You’re amazing! The way you deliver and articulate the content in your trainings, is just brilliant. You are so well educated and knowledgeable. Thankyou so much for everything you share 🙏🏻

[@DocSnipes]

Wow, thank you!

[@jeannemariekrauel]

I like you! I appreciate your gift, and your passion, and care that comes through as you teach.

[@asanaswithari]

Grateful for these lectures❤

[@mohammedchebli5891]

The most brilliant summary of ACT. Thank you 🏆

[@DocSnipes]

TY very much.

[@JMT34237]

ACT sounds like an amazing therapy. After having been a 12 step member for years it sounds opposite of what I learned in meetings/12step. Addiction/Alcoholism is seen as one big pathology and the symptoms/cravings are seen as part of that pathology. Part of who you are. Part of your "illness". If you have a craving some would take that to mean you aren't working the program correctly. I guess thats what happens when the "treatment" was developed in the 1930s and then carried by people with no formal training in addiction and how it actually works. ;-)

[@DocSnipes]

IMHO working the program correctly does not mean never experiencing cravings, it means being able to notice and address them in a healthier way when they are triggered. Recovery is a physical, emotional, mental, environment and spiritual process. PAWS is a perfect example of how you can be working the program "correctly" and still experience cravings. I work toward accepting that I cannot "reprogram" every trigger or the change the speed at which my brain and body heal. Having the courage to use the wisdom I have gained to keep making the choices that help me move toward my rich and meaningful life. In ACT we would focus on noticing the craving nonjudgmentally, de-fusing from it and deciding on the best way to handle it from an objective (wise mind) stance.

[@jessegarcia5222]

What it's pathology?

[@NatureHeadSupreme]

Thank you for this video ma'am. Living with a mood disorder, Ive came to terms its really not going away but what can I do to accept and ease myself around the ups and the..... I am going to mention this during homework time. Can't wait to study this more & perhaps teach it one day. Phenomenal work ma'am, excellent, scholarly.

[@DocSnipes]

You’re so welcome. I appreciate you watching the video. Other videos you might be interested in can be found at kzbin.infosearch?query=act

[@RollForever88]

This modality/approach just breathes life into me when I think about clinical work. It brings with it an excitement and hope. I want to continue learning. Thank you for this excellent break down.

[@ash_luscious]

Who Is important to me? What is important to me? Values things experiences How can I move toward those goals 12:33 make a board things that are important to u Identify 4 core values most important Underneath each pic make 2 list

[@miguelofthedark]

Thank you so much for publishing these videos for free! They are very helpful. I wish you all the best in life, Doc Snipes! Stay Awesome!

[@DocSnipes]

Thanks for watching!🙂

[@michelleveloni1329]

Thank you

[@DocSnipes]

I appreciate you watching the video. What did you find most useful from it?

[@michelleveloni1329]

@DocSnipes you articulate well...and you add humanness into it.

[@rubinus6674]

❤thank you very much

[@DocSnipes]

You're welcome 😊 Thanks for watching

[@rubinus6674]

@@DocSnipes its very helpful , im sick trying work through my pain. Learn to live with the pain, god bless you 🙏 🌼💛🎗

[@TheRealMisterChopShop]

Nice 😊

[@DocSnipes]

Thanks 😊

[@finnsnowden7223]

I"m super curious. What if the valued direction that a person identifies is occasional heroin use? Can ACT be used to support moderation?

[@DocSnipes]

Thanks for watching the video. Here’s how you can start Addressing Occasional Heroin Use with Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT): * Clarify Values: ACT starts with clarifying what is truly important and meaningful to you-your values. Reflect on how heroin use aligns or conflicts with these values. This can help you make choices that lead to a more fulfilling life. * Acceptance of Thoughts and Feelings: Learn to accept uncomfortable thoughts and feelings without trying to eliminate them or act on them. This can be particularly important when experiencing cravings or urges to use heroin. * Mindfulness: Develop mindfulness skills to help you stay present and aware of your experiences without judgment. This can help you recognize the urge to use heroin without automatically acting on it. * Committed Action: Make a commitment to take actions that are in line with your values, even when it's difficult. This might mean seeking help, changing your environment, or engaging in activities that are incompatible with heroin use. * Understanding the Risks: It's important to recognize that heroin is a highly addictive substance with significant risks, including overdose and the potential for escalating use. ACT can support harm reduction, but moderation in heroin use is inherently risky. * Seek Professional Support: If you're considering using ACT to address heroin use, it's crucial to work with a healthcare professional. They can provide guidance tailored to your specific situation and help you assess the risks and benefits of different approaches. * Harm Reduction Approach: While ACT does not explicitly promote substance use, it can be part of a harm reduction strategy. This involves acknowledging the risks and working towards reducing them, rather than focusing solely on abstinence. * Focus on Overall Well-being: Use ACT to focus on enhancing your overall well-being and quality of life, rather than just managing substance use. This broader perspective can lead to more sustainable changes. It's essential to approach the idea of moderation in heroin use with caution due to the high potential for addiction and overdose. ACT can be a valuable tool in supporting individuals to live in accordance with their values and to make healthier choices, but it should be used as part of a comprehensive treatment plan that considers all the risks associated with opioid use. Learn more for FREE at allceus.com/DocSnipes-AI

[@finnsnowden7223]

I'm actually not a heroin user but i am someone who knows that addiction is not a disease and that 9 out of 10 people outgrow problematic substance use without treatment and most do NOT choose abstinence. I'm seeing ACT offered in more and more rehabs, so wanted to ascertain if ACT practitioners are being honest and about the touted amt of agency that's in the model. As i suspected this is way more abt how to skillfully manipulate people than it is about empowering them. I will give you credit that you're manipulation skills are stellar. You could use that to actually help but chose control and subterfuge instead. @@DocSnipes

[@wilberarthur11122]

@@finnsnowden7223 That depends on your perspective I suppose? There seems to be a level of suspicion connected to your comment. When looking for malicious intent humans can generally fabricate it on their own by framing things in a way that confirms their bias. While I can certainly see why individuals would view professionals as suspicious, I have to wonder how your opinion would change if you viewed this through a lens of developing personalized coping mechanisms and strategies rather than generalizing ACT as manipulation.

[@finnsnowden7223]

@@DocSnipes You'r advertisement disguised as a response is classic. It's super arrogant and massively controlling to assume the goal is to change a persons desires and values when that was NOT sought. I DON'T use heroin but know many who do, successfully and occasionally. Your response is a perfect example of sanism. Clearly ONLY your agenda for other's lives is "correct." Not surprising when "You just need to ACCEPT ..." is the common way oppression is disguised as therapy.

[@finnsnowden7223]

@@wilberarthur11122 wow, way to gaslight. If someone asks a challenging question, just accuse them of manufacturing malicious intent! You would benefit from learning about DARVO,

[@MahaSnell]

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[@DocSnipes]

Thank you for watching the video

[@SRS067]

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[@DocSnipes]

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