Navigating Neuropsychology: Ep 192 – ACT for brain injury – A conversation with Drs. Abigail Methley and Will Curvis

This episode of the NavNeuro/Navigating Neuropsychology podcast discusses how acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) can support people with brain injuries. Dr Abigail Methley and Dr Will Curvis look at the philosophical and theoretical grounding of ACT, the six core therapeutic processes, examples of cognitive defusion, metaphors to use with patients, cultural considerations, the transdiagnostic nature of ACT, how to use ACT with patients and their families, and lots more.

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About the Navigating Neuropsychology podcast

Ryan Van Patten and John Bellone created this podcast to fill a void in the neuropsychological community.

They have three main objectives for the podcast:

1. Provide scientifically based, interesting, and easily-accessible information for students and professionals in neuropsychology, as well as anyone who is interested in brain-behavior relationships.
2. Encourage the expression of diverse, creative ideas and opinions. and begin working towards unification on important areas of debate within neuropsychology.
3. Act as an outlet for innovative ideas and breaking news in the field to help listeners stay abreast of current scientific and professional developments in neuropsychology.