Russ Harris is an internationally acclaimed acceptance and
commitment therapy (ACT) trainer and author of the best-selling
ACT-based self-help book The Happiness Trap, which has sold over
600,000 copies and been published in thirty languages. He is widely
renowned for his ability to teach ACT in a way that is simple,
clear, and fun—yet extremely practical.
Foreword writer Steven C. Hayes, PhD, is Foundation
Professor of psychology at the University of Nevada, Reno, and the
originator of ACT. He is author of dozens of books and scientific
articles, including the successful ACT workbook Get Out of Your
Mind and Into Your Life.
“When I first wanted to learn about acceptance and commitment
therapy (ACT), I started with the excellent first edition of this
book, and this second edition is even better. The second edition of
ACT Made Simple is a perfect introduction to ACT—easy to read, well
organized, and filled with examples, strategies, and demonstrations
that make the therapy come alive in the mind of the reader.
Essential reading for all therapists.”
—Russell Kolts, PhD, professor in the department of psychology at
Eastern Washington University, and author of CFT Made Simple and
The Compassionate-Mind Guide to Managing Your Anger
*Russell Kolts, PhD,*
“Russ Harris has completely reworked the new edition of ACT Made
Simple. This book is essential reading for all trainees and
qualified practitioners who want to use the wisdom of ACT ideas in
their work. The book has cleverly integrated all the latest
advances in the field in an accessible and immediately useable
format. It has a lot to offer a newcomer to the area of ACT, but
also provides an up-to-date account of the cutting-edge
technologies in the area, as well as some innovative new ideas. The
examples are easy to identify with, and the exercises well timed.
An excellent contribution from arguably the most accessible author
in the field.”
—Louise McHugh, associate professor in the department of psychology
at University College Dublin; peer-reviewed ACT trainer; fellow of
the Association for Contextual Behavioral Science; and coauthor of
The Self and Perspective Taking
*Louise McHugh*
“How do you improve a classic? You distill another ten years of
clinical experience and research and write a tour de force. Every
page shines with Russ’s hallmark humor, compassion, and wonder.
Expanded, without being more complicated, the second edition of ACT
Made Simple is a vital clinician’s resource, and an exciting road
map for anyone who wants to live life fully.”
—Chris McCurry, PhD, clinical child psychologist, and author of
Parenting Your Anxious Child with Mindfulness and Acceptance
*Chris McCurry, PhD*
“Russ Harris, a premier leader in ACT, has updated his watershed
book ACT Made Simple with new and vibrant content. His colloquial
style makes it a pleasure to read. More importantly, he focuses on
fresh content, so that even if you’ve already read the first
edition, this is worth your attention. One of the remarkable new
topics in this edition is the way he helps you set up sessions for
success with your client. I’ve supervised hundreds of ACT
clinicians, and I reliably recommend Russ’s publications, and that
will continue to be true for this updated version!”
—DJ Moran, PhD, BCBA-D, Pickslyde consulting; coauthor of ACT in
Practice and Committed Action in Practice
*DJ Moran, PhD, BCBA-D*
“The first edition quickly became an absolute ‘must-read’ book for
anyone learning about ACT. This second edition goes from strength
to strength—packed full of innovative techniques, strategies, and
in-depth, practical guides. You won’t find a more accessible and
clearly written manual on how to actually deliver ACT therapy.”
—Joe Oliver, PhD, coauthor of ACTivate Your Life
*Joe Oliver, PhD*
“Simple doesn’t mean simplistic. Through his relentless efforts to
make ACT more accessible, Russ Harris has over the years also often
contributed to make ACT more precise and more effective. This new
edition reflects the unique ability of its author to always look
for ways to improve the model and integrate new ideas.”
—Matthieu Villatte, PhD, assistant professor at Bastyr University,
Seattle; and coauthor of Mastering the Clinical Conversation
*Matthieu Villatte, PhD*
“The first edition of this book was a tremendous success and has
helped many, many clinicians all over the world to start using ACT.
If anyone thought it could not be done even better, in this second
edition, Russ Harris disproves that. The book is simple, practical,
theoretically sound, and actually improved. I especially love the
introduction of what is called ‘the choice point,’ an excellent
tool for talking both acceptance and change. A truly innovative way
of making functional talk even clearer in ACT.”
—Niklas Törneke, MD, author of Learning RFT and Metaphor in
Practice
*Niklas Törneke, MD*
“This eagerly anticipated second edition of ACT Made Simple is the
perfect introduction, and essential reading for developing and
honing your skills as an ACT practitioner. Russ, as ever, is warm
and lighthearted, sharing his invaluable knowledge and expertise to
skillfully simplify the ins and outs of this effective model for
meaningful behavioral change. With fresh, brand-new material, this
book is at the cutting edge of how to directly apply ACT in your
work with clients. By following the practical guidance offered in
these pages, you can be assured that you’ll be doing ACT well, in
no time at all!”
—Mike Sinclair, chartered psychologist, clinical director of City
Psychology Group, and coauthor of Mindfulness for Busy People and
The Little ACT Workbook
*Mike Sinclair*
“For clinicians who are trying to learn the ‘how to’ of ACT, Russ’s
humor, clarity, wisdom, and experience makes this one of the most
accessible books you will ever read. Weaving the ‘choice point’
throughout this edition provides structure to the clinical work,
and is an effective tool for therapists at every level of
experience. Each chapter includes an assortment of scripts,
debriefing suggestions, tips, worksheets, and new ‘skilling up’
exercises to take your learning beyond the pages and into active,
experiential practice. If the first edition is already on your
bookshelf, don’t hesitate to add this to your collection—the fresh
new examples and topics make this a worthwhile investment. This
book is, quite simply, indispensable for both novice and seasoned
ACT clinicians.”
—Sheri Turrell, PhD, clinical psychologist working with teens and
adults in Toronto, ON, Canada; Association for Contextual
Behavioral Science (ACBS) peer-reviewed ACT trainer; and coauthor
of ACT for Adolescents and The Mindfulness and Acceptance Workbook
for Teen Anxiety
*Sheri Turrell, PhD*
“The word ‘simple’ can sometimes be equated to words like ‘basic,’
‘unsophisticated,’ or even ‘elementary.’ Although the second
edition of ACT Made Simple can definitely be equated with the words
‘easily understood,’ make no mistake about it: this book is a
thoughtful, entertaining, and comprehensive introduction to the ACT
model.”
—Nic Hooper, PhD, senior lecturer at the University of the West of
England, and coauthor of The Research Journey of Acceptance and
Commitment Therapy
*Nic Hooper, PhD*
"This is a quick-start guide to ACT that is practical and simple
without losing the core content needed to effectively deliver
therapy. It is a recommended guide for both students learning
psychotherapy and clinicians seeking a varied therapeutic toolbox.
For those who have not kept current on ACT research and approaches
since the first edition, this second edition is a worthwhile
update."
—Doody's Reviews
*Doody's Reviews*
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