ACT-Informed Exposure for Anxiety

Exposure-based treatments are some of the most effective, but still poorly understood, clinical strategies for anxiety problems. This book is an important step forward by embracing a process-based perspective and linking it to acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT). It is an intelligent and thoughtful integration, providing clear recommendations for improving treatment. I highly recommend this book. * Stefan G. Hofmann, PhD, Alexander von Humboldt Professor at the Philipps University of Marburg, and author of The Anxiety Skills Workbook and CBT for Social Anxiety *
In this book, Thompson, Pilecki, and Chan articulate the core principles of ACT-informed exposure as clearly and accessibly as I have ever read. The content is comprehensive—even discussing cultural considerations—making the book an essential resource for any clinician doing exposures with their clients. Even if you're already doing ACT-based exposures, you will still learn something new from the authors' masterful dissection of this approach. * Clarissa Ong, PhD, assistant professor at the University of Toledo, and coauthor of The Anxious Perfectionist *
Pairing decades of strong efficacy data for exposure therapy with the strengths of ACT to build willingness and cognitive flexibility—this book is the perfect pairing of both! The book contains 'how to' pointers for developing therapists and real-world problem-solving for experienced therapists. It's for the exposure therapist who wants to better help clients choose to engage and cultivate new learning. It's for the ACT therapist who wants to better harness the power of exposure. * Lori Zoellner, PhD, director of the Center for Anxiety and Traumatic Stress, and professor of psychology at the University of Washington; and coeditor of Facilitating Resilience and Recovery After Trauma *