Robyn D. Walser, PhD, is codirector of the Bay Area
Trauma Recovery Clinic, staff psychologist at the National
Center for PTSD Dissemination and Training Division, and assistant
clinical professor in the department of psychology at the
University of California, Berkeley. As a licensed clinical
psychologist, she maintains an international training, consulting,
and therapy practice. Walser is developing innovative ways to
translate science into practice, and is responsible for the
dissemination of state-of-the-art knowledge and treatment
interventions.
"The Heart of ACT is a crucial book for any and every ACT
therapist. Robyn Walser goes beyond looking at ACT in terms of
simple therapy tools to find the heartfelt, compassionate, and deep
core of ACT processes. This book breathes life into the ACT therapy
relationship, straight from the heart."
--Dennis Tirch, PhD, and Laura Silberstein-Tirch, PsyD, Dennis
Tirch is founder of The Center for Compassion Focused Therapy,
associate clinical professor at Mount Sinai, and author of The
Compassionate-Mind Guide to Overcoming Anxiety; Laura
Silberstein-Tirch is a clinical psychologist, director of The
Center for Compassion Focused Therapy, adjunct assistant professor
at Albert Einstein School of Medicine, and author of How to Be Nice
to Yourself--Dennis Tirch, PhD, and Laura Silberstein-Tirch,
PsyD
"The Heart of ACT is exactly that--a guide to the essential
therapeutic process at the core of ACT. While other volumes focus
on theory and technique, Walser illuminates the moment-to-moment
opportunities, choices, and experiences that drive growth and
change. Through her clinical scenarios, supervision dialogues, and
incisive analysis of the treatment process, we are shown, in
dazzling clarity, how a master clinician practices ACT."
--Matthew McKay, PhD, coauthor of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
for Interpersonal Problems--Matthew McKay, PhD
"The Heart of ACT is the book I have been waiting for: a book for
professionals that speaks to the relationship between the client
and therapist, written by a therapist that works with clients
regularly. Robyn Walser is a master therapist, and this book allows
the reader to step inside her work and learn. It not only helps the
reader understand their clients better, it also helps the reader
understand themselves and their own behavior in the therapy room. I
highly recommend it for anyone wanting to learn to do therapy 'from
the feet up.'"
--Louise Hayes, PhD, clinical psychologist and senior fellow,
University of Melbourne and Orygen Centre for Excellence in Youth
Mental Health; and coauthor of The Thriving Adolescent and Get Out
of Your Mind and Into Your Life for Teens--Louise Hayes, PhD
"At last, a book that articulates all the richness that exists
between the lines of other ACT manuals and tutorials. Robyn Walser
exemplifies the seamless marriage of being and doing, and The Heart
of ACT illuminates her process, complete with experiential learning
activities for deepening your own clinical expertise. This is the
volume that has been missing from the ACT canon."
--Jennifer L. Villatte, PhD, assistant professor in the department
of psychiatry and behavioral sciences at the University of
Washington School of Medicine, and coauthor of Mastering the
Clinical Conversation--Jennifer L. Villatte, PhD
"Destined to become a classic in the field, this skillfully written
book on how to make fluency and mastery of acceptance and
commitment therapy (ACT) possible is simply amazing. Get it and
learn from one of the best."
--Ole Taggaard Nielsen, ClinPsyD, Association for Contextual
Behavioral Science (ACBS) peer-reviewed ACT trainer at ACT
Klinikken in Denmark--Ole Taggaard Nielsen, ClinPsyD
"I can think of no better person to examine the heart of ACT than
Robyn Walser. I've had the privilege of calling Robyn a close
friend and colleague for over twenty years, and have long
appreciated her formidable talents as an ACT therapist, supervisor,
consultant, and trainer. She is all heart--bringing a rare
combination of clinical acumen, compassion, and unflinching honesty
to her work. This generous book is no exception. It is accessible,
on point, and extremely well written. Its unique format offers a
rare window into how a master clinician approaches the therapy, and
guides others through the many challenges and nuances that arise. I
highly recommend it as a must-read for anyone interested in
developing and refining their ACT skills--and their heart."
--Darrah Westrup, PhD, is in private practice in Durango, CO; and
author of Advanced Acceptance and Commitment Therapy--Darrah
Westrup, PhD
"If you have been fortunate enough to be one of the many thousands
of attendees of Robyn's workshops, you almost certainly walked away
inspired and in awe of her ability to rapidly get to the heart of
the matter in therapy. In this book, Robyn shares of herself and
her wisdom. It feels like she is personally there guiding you on
your ACT journey, grounding you in process, helping you connect
with your heart, and inspiring you to mastery. If you are looking
for a book to take your ACT work to the next level, this is the
book."
--Jenna LeJeune, PhD, and Jason Luoma, PhD, cofounders of Portland
Psychotherapy; peer-reviewed ACT trainers; and coauthors of Values
in Therapy; Luoma is also coauthor of Learning ACT--Jenna LeJeune,
PhD, and Jason Luoma, PhD
"In this intriguing book, Robyn shares wisdom gained from many
years of clinical practice and teaching. The result is profound
guidance for clinicians, researchers, and trainers exploring the
interwoven threads of fidelity, competence, and mastery in the
practice of ACT."
--Patti Robinson, PhD, and Kirk Strosahl, PhD, cofounders of
focused ACT, and coauthors of Real Behavior Change in Primary Care
and Brief Interventions for Radical Change--Patti Robinson, PhD,
and Kirk Strosahl, PhD
"The heart and wisdom of ACT, and the importance of creating
meaning in every moment, is embodied within every chapter. Filled
with insight, depth, grace, and clear steps for bridging the gap
between conceptual understanding of ACT and its flexible
implementation, Robyn Walser writes with compassionate urgency and
expertise gleaned not only from decades of work with clients, but
also from her own personal journey. Readers are routinely invited
to consider their own experiences and to engage in personal
reflections. This rich therapeutic volume is a must-read for anyone
who wants to grow as a clinician."
--Robert J. Kohlenberg, PhD, ABPP, and Mavis Tsai, PhD, cocreators
of functional analytic psychotherapy (FAP)--Robert J. Kohlenberg,
PhD, ABPP, and Mavis Tsai, PhD
"Up your ACT game with the Therapy Whisperer herself. Robyn
Walser's words of wisdom will guide you on your own journey of
experiential discovery as an ACT provider, a fellow human, and
ultimately, a healer. In these pages, clinicians can finally begin
to transcend the gap from conceptual understanding to
experientially fluid application of ACT processes--from the inside
out. As only Robyn Walser can, she will help you find therapeutic
presence, with heart and wisdom."
--Lara E. Fielding, PsyD, EdM, author of Mastering Adulthood,
clinical psychologist, and adjunct professor at Pepperdine Graduate
School of Education and Psychology--Lara E. Fielding, PsyD, EdM
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