Suggested Books
Discover a curated selection of ACT-focused books designed to provide essential knowledge and practical tools for understanding and applying Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. Whether you’re a parent, teacher, or therapist, these resources offer approachable insights and strategies for fostering mindfulness, emotional flexibility, and values-based living. From user-friendly guides for caregivers to more in-depth resources for professionals, these books will help you support children’s emotional growth and well-being.
Parent and Teacher-Friendly Books:
1. ACT for Treating Children: The Essential Guide to Acceptance and Commitment Therapy for Kids by Tamar D. Black, PhD
This guide provides practical, developmentally appropriate ACT strategies to help children aged 5 to 12 develop coping skills and manage emotions. It's a valuable resource for parents and teachers seeking to support children's emotional well-being. Amazon link here.
2. Parenting a Troubled Teen: Manage Conflict and Deal with Intense Emotions Using Acceptance and Commitment Therapy by Patricia E. Zurita Ona, PsyD
This book offers parents evidence-based ACT techniques to navigate conflicts and intense emotions with their teenagers, fostering healthier relationships and emotional resilience. Amazon link here.
Therapist-Focused Books:
1. The Behavior Analyst's Guide to Working with Parents: Acceptance and Commitment Training for Effective Parental Collaboration in Treatment by Louise L. Hayes and Joseph Ciarrochi
While primarily aimed at behavior analysts, this guide provides valuable insights into using ACT principles to enhance collaboration with parents, making it a potential resource for educators and caregivers as well. Amazon link here.
2. Learning ACT: An Acceptance and Commitment Therapy Skills-Training Manual for Therapists by Jason B. Luoma, Steven C. Hayes, & Robyn D. Walser
A comprehensive guide for mental health professionals looking to deepen their understanding of ACT, complete with case studies, metaphors, and exercises. Amazon link here.
3. ACT Made Simple, Second Edition by Russ Harris, forward by Steven C. Hayes.
This comprehensive guide offers an accessible introduction to Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), featuring practical strategies, case studies, and worksheets to enhance understanding and implementation. Written in a clear, user-friendly style, it’s ideal for therapists and mental health professionals seeking to build a strong foundation in ACT principles and techniques. Amazon link here.