While internal family systems (IFS) and acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) are both forms of psychotherapy and share similarities, they have distinct theoretical frameworks and treatment approaches that are worth understanding. This worksheet shows a simple overview of some of the main differences between IFS and ACT through their focus, goals, techniques, approach to thoughts and outcomes.
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