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Robyn Walser - ACT Boldly:

Advanced Process-Based Workshop

A 2-Day In-Person Experiential Training

Friday and Saturday May 9-10, 2025

(registration opening soon)

12 CEs for Psychologists, LCSWs, and LPCCs (CEs pending)

The Association for Contextual Behavioral Science is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. The Association for Contextual Behavioral Science maintains responsibility for this program and its content.

Course Description:

Join us for an engaging in-person workshop designed for both experienced and those newer to ACT looking to deepen their skills and expand their practice. Centered around four key themes—being bold, exploring the tension between meaning and meaninglessness, listening beneath the surface to identify the function of behavior in real time, and building awareness through perspective-taking—this workshop goes beyond theory to offer a rich, process-based experiential learning experience. While some didactic elements will be included, the focus will be on self-reflection exercises, live demonstrations, interactive discussions, and hands-on practice. Come ready to challenge yourself, connect with like-minded professionals, and refine your ability to navigate the complexities of human behavior with greater depth and confidence.

Four Themes:

Being bold – Cultivating willingness to take risks in therapy, step into discomfort, and model psychological flexibility for clients by embracing uncertainty and authenticity.

Meaningless and meaning – Exploring the tension between existential uncertainty and personal values, helping clients create meaning in the face of life’s inevitable ambiguity.

Listening beneath the surface – Developing the ability to catch behavioral patterns in the moment and discern their underlying function, allowing for more precise and effective interventions.

Building awareness and conscious living through perspective-taking – Expanding flexibility and insight by shifting viewpoints, fostering empathy, and deepening both therapist and client awareness of their experiences.

Presenter:

Robyn D. Walser, Ph.D

Robyn D. Walser, Ph.D., is an internationally recognized clinical psychologist, educator, and author. She is the Director of Trauma and Life Consultation and Psychology Services, Assistant Professor at the University of California, Berkeley, and Director of Research at Bay Area Trauma Recovery Clinical Services.  Dr. Walser has contributed significantly to the dissemination of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and holds a pivotal role in implementing ACT in one of the US's largest national healthcare systems. She also works at the National Center for PTSD, where her work focus is on trauma recovery, depression, and moral injury. A writer and scholar, Dr. Walser has co-authored nine influential books on ACT, including the widely respected The Heart of ACT: Developing a Flexible, Process-Based, and Client-Centered Practice Using Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. Her research and clinical expertise have made her a sought-after voice in advancing the application of ACT to address a variety of complex psychological challenges. Since 1997, Dr. Walser has led ACT workshops worldwide, bringing her deep understanding and passion for process -based, experiential learning to therapists and clinicians. Known for her compassionate and client-centered approach, Dr. Walser’s teaching emphasizes the integration of evidence-based practices with human connection and flexibility. Whether through her books, articles, or live training, Dr. Walser continues to influence the evolution of ACT and inspire professionals in their pursuit of effective, transformative therapy. To learn more about her work and join her newsletter list, visit robynwalser.com.