In this guide that is part of a series for students, psychotherapists, counselors, and psychologists on cognitive-behavioral therapy, Flaxman (psychology, City U., London, UK) et al. summarize
the key theoretical and practical features of acceptance and commitment therapy and illustrate how it differs from traditional cognitive-behavioral therapy in using acceptance and mindfulness
interventions with commitment and behavior change strategies to enhance psychological flexibility. They describe the therapeutic processes of acceptance, defusion, contact with the present
moment, self-as-context, values, and committed action, as well as some core interventions, with brief excerpts from sessions. Annotation 穢2011 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
