by Timothy Gordon MSW (Author), Jessica Borushok PhD (Author), Steve Ferrell E-RYT (Contributor)
The ancient wisdom of yoga
meets the evidence-based effectiveness of acceptance and commitment
therapy (ACT) in this breakthrough professional guide for both yoga
instructors and ACT clinicians.
Mindful yoga-based acceptance
and commitment therapy (MYACT) is a holistic mind-body program that
integrates psychology, yoga, and behavior change. In Mindful Yoga-Based Acceptance and Commitment Therapy,
a psychologist, social worker, and yoga instructor team up to offer
comprehensive training in MYACT. Using the holistic therapy outlined in
this manual, clinicians and yoga instructors alike will discover ways to
guide clients toward emotional balance and wellness, with the
perspective that healing suffering requires treating both the body and
the mind.
This unique book offers proven-effective interventions
informed by the model of psychological flexibility—the foundational
underpinning of modern third-wave cognitive behavioral therapies. Mental
health professionals who are interested in yoga, mindfulness, and
holistic approaches to health will rejoice in this evidence-based
program, while yoga instructors who wish to incorporate well-researched
health care interventions into their yoga practice and teaching will
also celebrate this much-needed resource.
Whether you are new to
yoga or ACT or both, or have a long history with either, this book will
provide you with the tools and foundational understanding needed to
bring this practice into the scope of yours.
