Ep. 4: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Psychedelics (ACT): Part I

Episode 4 of the Altered States of Context podcast, hosted by Nathan Gates & Brian Pilecki, titled "Ep. 4: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Psychedelics (ACT): Part I" was published on July 19, 2021 and runs 47 minutes.

July 19, 2021 ·47m · Altered States of Context

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Episode Description

ACT is an ideal psychotherapy model that is useful in understanding the psychedelic experience. ACT is a transdiagnostic model of human suffering that includes six core processes relevant to the manifestation of mental health issues. ACT aims to promote psychological flexibility and living a values-based life. In this episode, we review the ACT model and discuss the processes of contact with the present moment, self-as-context, acceptance, and cognitive defusion. We discuss how psychedelics are helpful in reducing rigidity around these processes and increasing psychological flexibility.