John P. Forsyth, Ph.D., is a scientist, writer, and licensed clinical psychologist in Upstate New York. He has traveled the world giving talks and workshops to the public and professionals about the benefits of mindful acceptance, kindness and compassion, and how to live a valued life using a new approach to psychological health and wellness called Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). He is Associate Professor of Psychology, Director of the Doctoral Training Program in Clinical Psychology, and Director of the Anxiety Disorders Research Program at the University at Albany, State University of New York
The Mindfulness and Acceptance Workbook for Anxiety combines the
accumulated wisdom of the ages with up-to-date, cutting-edge
developments in scientific psychology. In an easy-to-read and fun
format, those suffering from anxiety in all of its guises will find
the keys to breaking loose from its shackles. By emphasizing
acceptance of toxic emotions (and illustrating ways to accomplish
this), rather than struggling to overcome them, the person inside
you may finally emerge to set your life on a new, productive, and
valued course. Highly recommended for all those struggling with
worry, anxiety, and fear.
--David H. Barlow, PhD, professor of psychology and psychiatry at
Boston University and author of Anxiety and Its Disorders
This book presents a framework to orient you toward the rest of
your life. You will be taken on a journey. Go. To uncouple from
your anxious reactions to life, you will need to alter your
consciousness. No small task! It takes a student's mind and a
willingness to be coached. Fortunately, you will find these authors
to be trustworthy and competent guides.
--Reid Wilson, PhD, author of Don't Panic
Ably surfing the dual currents of traditional exposure and
acceptance-based treatments for anxiety, the authors of this
resourceful workbook illustrate the synergies to be found in their
combination. Carefully structured charts and patient assignments
support the core message that taking action to face one's fears is
most effective if acceptance informs our starting point and values
determine our destination. This book is a "must-read" for anyone
encountering anxiety as a barrier to leading a fuller life.
--Zindel Segal, PhD, Morgan Firestone Chair in Psychotherapy, head
of the Cognitive Behaviour Therapy Unit at the Centre for Addiction
and Mental Health, and professor in the Departments of Psychiatry
and Psychology, all at the University of Toronto, and author of The
Mindful Way Through Depression
If you suffer with anxiety, Forsyth and Eifert have given you a
gift. It is not a structured manual for how to get over your
anxiety as much as it is a book of wisdom. They raise the
inevitable truth that anxiety is a part of all of us, and they show
us the way, through willingness, compassion, mindfulness, and
acceptance of ourselves and others, to live a life worth the
living, to understand our important values and to live in concert
with them. This is a book well worth the reading, and its message
is worth keeping close to your heart.
--Richard G. Heimberg, PhD, professor of psychology and director of
the Adult Anxiety Clinic of Temple University
In this impressive workbook, Forsyth and Eifert show how giving up
your attempts to control anxiety and fear will help you to leave
your anxiety problems behind and get on with your life. This
clearly written book is packed with helpful suggestions. I will
definitely use it with my own clients and students, and I recommend
it highly for anyone who struggles with anxiety.
--Martin M. Antony, PhD, ABPP, professor and director of graduate
training in the Department of Psychology at Ryerson University in
Toronto, ON, Canada
Steeped in the rich tradition of psychological theory, The
Mindfulness and Acceptance Workbook for Anxiety by Forsyth and
Eifert represents a major advance for the practical treatment of
anxiety and related conditions. This book will assist clinicians
and patients in constructing a treatment plan that insures progress
in overcoming the many obstacles associated with conquering fears.
A major contribution to clinical care, this workbook will
contribute to the growing knowledge base on acceptance and
commitment therapy, joining other evidence-based approaches as a
major tool for treating the disabling symptoms that accompany
anxiety.
--Terence M. Keane, PhD, chief of psychology service at the VA
Boston Healthcare System, director of the Behavioral Science
Division of the National Center for PTSD, and professor and
vice-chair for research of the Division of Psychiatry at Boston
University School of Medicine
"This book presents a framework to orient you toward the rest of
your life. You will be taken on a journey. Go. To uncouple from
your anxious reactions to life, you will need to alter your
consciousness. No small task! It takes a student s mind and a
willingness to be coached. Fortunately, you will find these authors
to be trustworthy and competent guides."
Reid Wilson, PhD, author of "Don t Panic""
Ably surfing the dual currents of traditional exposure and
acceptance-based treatments for anxiety, the authors of this
resourceful workbook illustrate the synergies to be found in their
combination. Carefully structured charts and patient assignments
support the core message that taking action to face one s fears is
most effective if acceptance informs our starting point and values
determine our destination. This book is a "must-read" for anyone
encountering anxiety as a barrier to leading a fuller life.
Zindel Segal, PhD, Morgan Firestone Chair in Psychotherapy, head of
the Cognitive Behaviour Therapy Unit at the Centre for Addiction
and Mental Health, and professor in the Departments of Psychiatry
and Psychology, all at the University of Toronto, and author of
"The Mindful Way Through Depression""
If you suffer with anxiety, Forsyth and Eifert have given you a
gift. It is not a structured manual for how to get over your
anxiety as much as it is a book of wisdom. They raise the
inevitable truth that anxiety is a part of all of us, and they show
us the way, through willingness, compassion, mindfulness, and
acceptance of ourselves and others, to live a life worth the
living, to understand our important values and to live in concert
with them. This is a book well worth the reading, and its message
is worth keeping close to your heart.
Richard G. Heimberg, PhD, professor of psychology and director of
the Adult Anxiety Clinic of Temple University"
In this impressive workbook, Forsyth and Eifert show how giving up
your attempts to control anxiety and fear will help you to leave
your anxiety problems behind and get on with your life. This
clearly written book is packed with helpful suggestions. I will
definitely use it with my own clients and students, and I recommend
it highly for anyone who struggles with anxiety.
Martin M. Antony, PhD, ABPP, professor and director of graduate
training in the Department of Psychology at Ryerson University in
Toronto, ON, Canada"
Steeped in the rich tradition of psychological theory, The
Mindfulness and Acceptance Workbook for Anxiety by Forsyth and
Eifert represents a major advance for the practical treatment of
anxiety and related conditions. This book will assist clinicians
and patients in constructing a treatment plan that insures progress
in overcoming the many obstacles associated with conquering fears.
A major contribution to clinical care, this workbook will
contribute to the growing knowledge base on acceptance and
commitment therapy, joining other evidence-based approaches as a
major tool for treating the disabling symptoms that accompany
anxiety.
Terence M. Keane, PhD, chief of psychology service at the VA Boston
Healthcare System, director of the Behavioral Science Division of
the National Center for PTSD, and professor and vice-chair for
research of the Division of Psychiatry at Boston University School
of Medicine"
The Mindfulness and Acceptance Workbook for Anxiety combines the
accumulated wisdom of the ages with up-to-date, cutting-edge
developments in scientific psychology. In an easy-to-read and fun
format, those suffering from anxiety in all of its guises will find
the keys to breaking loose from its shackles. By emphasizing
acceptance of toxic emotions (and illustrating ways to accomplish
this), rather than struggling to overcome them, the person inside
you may finally emerge to set your life on a new, productive, and
valued course. Highly recommended for all those struggling with
worry, anxiety, and fear.
David H. Barlow, PhD, professor of psychology and psychiatry at
Boston University and author of Anxiety and Its Disorders"
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