Welcome to Ann Arbor Therapy & Testing: Empowering You with Evidence-Based Therapy
How DBT, ACT, CBT, and Mindfulness Work
At Ann Arbor Therapy & Testing, we offer compassionate, professional, and confidential therapy for children, adolescents, and adults. Utilizing Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Mindfulness, we provide personalized treatment to help you build resilience, improve self-esteem, and lead a more balanced life. Ready to start your healing journey?
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT): DBT focuses on helping individuals manage extreme emotions and build coping strategies. It combines cognitive-behavioral techniques with mindfulness principles and teaches skills such as emotion regulation, distress tolerance, interpersonal effectiveness, and acceptance. DBT helps individuals understand their emotions, learn how to react in healthier ways, and strengthen relationships.
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT): ACT focuses on psychological flexibility—helping individuals accept their thoughts and feelings rather than fight them. It teaches mindfulness and acceptance strategies to promote value-driven behavior. ACT encourages people to focus on actions that align with their personal values and live a meaningful life, even in the face of discomfort or difficulty.
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): CBT helps individuals recognize and change negative thought patterns that influence their emotions and behaviors. By identifying distorted thinking and replacing it with healthier alternatives, individuals can reduce anxiety, depression, and other mental health challenges. CBT is a practical, goal-oriented approach that empowers clients to take control of their mental health.
- Mindfulness: Mindfulness involves paying attention to the present moment with curiosity and non-judgment. It helps individuals develop awareness of their thoughts, emotions, and physical sensations, leading to improved emotional regulation and overall well-being. Mindfulness is especially helpful in managing stress, anxiety, and depression, as it promotes acceptance and a more balanced perspective on life.
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Everyday Situations Where Therapy Helps
Therapeutic interventions are used to help people of all ages navigate life’s challenges. Here are some examples of everyday situations where DBT, ACT, CBT, and mindfulness are applied:
· Managing Stress and Anxiety
- DBT & CBT: Help clients challenge negative thought patterns and manage emotional responses to stress.
- Mindfulness: Teach awareness of the present moment to calm the mind.
· Overcoming Negative Thinking
- CBT: Identifies and reframes distorted thinking patterns that lead to feelings of hopelessness.
- ACT: Helps clients accept their feelings and focus on actions that align with their values, despite negative thoughts.
· Improving Emotional Regulation
- DBT: Uses mindfulness and emotional regulation strategies to handle intense emotions.
- Mindfulness: Promotes emotional awareness and acceptance without judgment.
· Building Healthy Relationships
- DBT: Enhances interpersonal effectiveness skills for more positive interactions.
- ACT: Focuses on values-based actions that improve communication and connections with others.
How These Interventions Help
- Evidence-Based: Our therapies are grounded in scientific research, ensuring that the methods we use have been proven to work.
- Confidential: We understand the importance of privacy, and all our sessions are conducted in a secure, confidential environment.
- Collaborative: Therapy is a partnership. We work with you to understand your goals and tailor interventions to your unique needs.
- Comprehensive: Our approach addresses the whole person—mind, body, and emotions—to help you achieve lasting healing and personal growth.
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Our Values in Action: Empathy, Self-Awareness, Resiliency, Positive Mindset, and Self-Esteem
We believe that therapy is most effective when it aligns with core values that promote personal growth and well-being. Here’s how DBT, ACT, CBT, and mindfulness fit with our values:
- Empathy: We create a compassionate, non-judgmental space where you can express yourself freely. For example, if you’re struggling with self-criticism, we’ll use mindfulness techniques to help you be kinder to yourself.
- Self-Awareness: Our therapies foster self-reflection. In CBT, for example, we help clients become aware of their thoughts and how they influence their feelings, which leads to more mindful choices.
- Resiliency: With DBT, you’ll learn skills to manage emotional storms and bounce back from setbacks. For instance, if you’re going through a difficult life transition, DBT helps you stay balanced and emotionally grounded.
- Positive Mindset: ACT encourages you to accept difficult emotions while moving forward with actions that align with your values, cultivating a more optimistic outlook. Imagine learning to reframe challenges as opportunities for growth instead of feeling overwhelmed by them.
- Improved Self-Esteem: Through CBT, you’ll work on changing negative self-talk and building a stronger sense of self-worth. For instance, if you’ve been struggling with feelings of inadequacy, CBT can help you challenge those thoughts and replace them with affirmations of your strengths.
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If you’re ready to start your journey toward a balanced and fulfilling life, contact Ann Arbor Therapy & Testing today at (734) 388-4440. Our evidence-based, collaborative approach ensures you’ll receive the care you need.
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