This self-paced training is designed for interns and newer therapists seeking a deeper understanding of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. Through a comprehensive video presentation, and downloadable slides, you’ll explore the six core processes of ACT, acceptance and willingness, with the quicksand metaphor, cognitive defusion and more.

Participants who successfully complete the course with a passing score of 80% or higher will be able to:

• Describe psychological flexibility and the six core processes of ACT

• Apply the workability question to open a values-based conversation

• Describe two defusion techniques with word-for-word clinical language

• Design one committed action step to amall, specific, values-linked, and distinct from a goal

Delivery Method: Recorded Asynchronous Course
Learning Level: Beginner, Intermediate
System Requirements: You will need internet access, a computer or tablet, a camera, an updated web browser, and audio capability.
Course Created: 08/16/2026

Course Completion Requirements:

To receive continuing education credit, participants must complete all course modules, pass the post-test with a score of 80% or higher, and submit the course evaluation. CE certificates are issued by email immediately upon successful completion of all requirements.

1 NBCC CE is awarded upon completion of the course, including a passing score of 80% or higher on the post-test.

For ADA accommodation requests, issues or grievances, please email Jenn Bovee at Jenn@TheMentalWellnessCenter.com.