Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) is an evidence-based approach that helps individuals build psychological flexibility: the ability to stay present, open, and engaged with life, even in the face of difficult thoughts and emotions. Rather than focusing on eliminating distress, ACT teaches acceptance, mindfulness, and value-based action to create a more meaningful and fulfilling life.
At Sage Psychology, we offer ACT in Wimbledon, Epsom, and online, supporting individuals to manage anxiety, depression, trauma, and other emotional challenges. ACT is particularly effective for those who feel stuck in cycles of avoidance, self-criticism, or rumination.
What Can ACT Help With?
ACT has been shown to be effective across a wide range of emotional and psychological difficulties, including:
Anxiety, worry, and overthinking
Depression and low mood
Low self-esteem and self-critical thinking
Chronic pain or illness adjustment
Perfectionism and fear of failure
Difficulties with emotional regulation.
How ACT Works
ACT is grounded in the idea that trying to control or avoid unpleasant thoughts and feelings often makes them stronger. Instead, ACT helps you to:
Develop mindfulness and acceptance skills to handle distressing experiences more effectively
Identify personal values (what truly matters to you) and use them as a guide for decision-making
Take committed action toward a more meaningful and fulfilling life
Defuse from unhelpful thoughts and create space for self-compassion
Learn to live with greater awareness, flexibility, and authenticity.
ACT encourages you to move toward what matters most, even when life feels uncomfortable. It’s about learning to make peace with your inner experiences, while taking practical steps toward the life you want.
What to Expect from ACT
At Sage Psychology, our ACT sessions are collaborative, compassionate, and tailored to your individual needs. Sessions may include:
Exploring patterns of avoidance or control that keep you stuck
Learning mindfulness and grounding techniques
Clarifying your values and setting meaningful goals
Using metaphors, experiential exercises, and reflection to deepen insight
Developing long-term psychological resilience and self-acceptance.
ACT in Wimbledon and Epsom
We offer Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to clients across Wimbledon, Epsom, and online, providing a safe and supportive space to explore your challenges and make meaningful change. Our therapists integrate ACT with other evidence-based approaches, such as CBT and compassion-focused therapy, to ensure a flexible and personalised experience.
Free 20-Minute Initial Consultations
We understand that choosing the right therapy can feel daunting. That’s why we offer a free 20-minute online consultation with one of our psychologists. This is an opportunity to discuss your goals, ask questions, and learn more about how ACT could help you. All of our sessions are conducted online for flexibility, allowing you to access therapy from the comfort of your home.
If you’re ready to take the first step toward greater emotional balance and purpose, book your free consultation or contact our team today.
Finding the right therapist for your needs is so important. That’s why we offer a free online 20 minute consultation with one of our therapists for you to see what therapy with them would be like.