Living in this world can be... hard. There's so much we can't control, so this virtual classroom is all about learning how to change your mindset so you can process emotions and aren't stuck with negative feelings.
We use the framework of ACT Therapy (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy) which utilizes mindfulness strategies mixed in with behavior-change strategies, to increase psychological flexibility for emotional wellness and radical acceptance. ACT worksheets are shared!
Class Curriculum
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What is ACT Therapy and Why is it Unique? The Power of Strength-Based Perspectives
(9:31)
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Psychological Flexibility vs. Inflexibility
(3:43)
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How to Become More Psychologically Flexible
(14:03)
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Real Life Examples in How to Use ACT Framework when you are Stuck in Your Thoughts
(16:21)
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Tool #1: The Five Senses Excercise
(4:37)
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Tool #2: Leaves on a Stream Excercise
(5:31)
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Tool #3: How to Identify your Unique Values Excercise
(4:54)
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Tool #4: Taking Action for Change Excercise
(3:50)
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To Sum it All Up!
(1:26)
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Q+A w/ Laura Stein
(6:53)
The Teacher
Laura Stein is a licensed social worker and ordained clergy person, whose works focuses on the intersection of mental health and spiritual wellbeing. Laura currently works as a social worker at Mount Sinai Hospital's Center for Transgender Medicine and Surgery and a spiritual leader in pastoral, communal and musical capacities. She is particularly passionate about therapeutic modalities, such as ACT, that motivate you to expand you worldview, assist you on how to change your mindset, and live your values.