Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Inpatient Program
About Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Inpatient Program
The 12 session program aims to promote acceptance of what is out of one’s personal control while still committing to actions that improve their life and make it more meaningful. The ACT Program is based upon the evidenced based model of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. The groups focus on psychoeducation and psychological skills to assist patients learn about and cope with their own thoughts, feelings and behaviour patterns.
This program may be suitable for you if:
- You've been feeling increasingly stressed, tense, or tired lately.
- There are a few things on your plate at the moment and you’re not sure how you can keep juggling it all.
- You are ready and willing to learn new skills to change the way you feel.
- You seem to be stuck in the way you feel and would love to learn how to get out of this cycle.
Program content
- Identifying the struggle in Mood & Anxiety disorders
- Defusion techniques
- Managing thoughts through Mindfulness
- Practicing acceptance of difficult thoughts and emotions
- Self-compassion strategies
- Identifying personal values
- Using values to increase healthy and meaningful behaviours
As well as education sessions, patients are involved in activities such as:
- Art Therapy
- Healthy Lifestyle talks
- Gym (with personalised programs)
- Recovery and Wellness planning sessions
What you will experience
Throughout this program you will participate in group sessions. The group will be led by a qualified allied health professional who will support group participants to share lived experiences, and to learn practical skills and evidence-based strategies for managing and reducing stress levels. The ACT Program is based upon the evidenced based model of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.
Treatment objectives
Objective 1
Learn psychological skills to assist you to learn about and cope with thoughts, feelings and behaviour patterns.
Objective 2
Manage difficult thoughts.
Objective 3
Learn defusion techniques.
Objective 4
Identify personal values and ways to increase meaningful behaviours.
Objective 5
Identify personal values and ways to increase meaningful behaviours.
What's included
Education
To develop or refine new skills and strategies.
Workbooks
To guide you through education, reflection and exercises designed to tackle your symptoms.
Action Plans
Step-by-step activities to help you put new skills into practice.
Extra Resources
Tools to help you overcome common challenges.
Progress Tracking
Questionnaires to help you monitor your symptoms and/or progress.
How to get started
Patients interested in attending this program will need a referral to a Psychiatrist with admission rights to South Coast Private Hospital. For information on this program please contact the South Coast Private Hospital Admissions Team T: 1800 250 000 E: sco.intake@aurorahealth.com.au
Frequently Asked Questions
Who will find this program helpful?
This program is designed for patients with a primary mood disorder such as major depression, bipolar and anxiety disorders (generalized anxiety phobias and obsessive compulsive disorder).
How much does it cost?
South Coast Private has contract arrangements and approved programs with majority of private health funds, however, there may be some out of pocket expenses based on your level of cover. Patients that do not have private health insurance need to contact us to obtain cost estimate for day programs attendance.
