Russ Harris

Er du fanget i lykkefælden – som så mange andre?Den måde, de fleste af os jagter lykken på, er faktisk med til at gøre os ulykkelige og gøde jorden for stress, angst, nervøsitet og depression, mener Russ Harris. Han præsenterer i denne gennemreviderede og opdaterede udgave af LYKKEFÆLDEN – der er en bestseller i hele verden – hvordan du kan komme ud af lykkefælden og opleve større tilfredshed og mening i dit liv.Bogen bygger på metoden ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy), som er en anerkendt og forskningsbaseret metode til at styrke trivslen i livet.LYKKEFÆLDEN indeholder teknikker og øvelser som hjælper dig med at:• Reducere stress og bekymring• Håndtere ubehagelige tanker og følelser på en mere effektiv måde• Bryde selvdestruktive mønstre og vaner• Overvinde usikkerhed og manglende tro på dig selv• Skabe et rigt, tilfredsstillende og meningsfuldt livBogen er for alle – fra topledere til salgsmedarbejdere, pædagoger til forskere, astronauter til pensionister. Uanset, om du mangler troen på dig selv, lider af en sygdom, opleversmerte eller sorg, har en stresset hverdag eller har psykiske problemer, så kan du lære, hvordan du skaber en indre og mere stabil lykkefølelse.

Trauma-Focused ACT presents a highly effective, research-based protocol for treating post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), as well as a broad range of trauma-related disorders-from depression to addiction. Newcomers and experienced professionals alike will learn a comprehensive approach to treating trauma with a focus on living in the present, healing the past, and building the future. This unique guide is based on the empirically supported program author Russ Harris developed for the World Health Organization (WHO).

Whether it's the loss of a loved one, the end of a relationship, a pandemic, or a natural disaster-nothing really prepares us for those moments when life hits hard and turns our world upside down. In this candid self-help guide, best-selling author Russ Harris offers practical skills grounded in acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) to help readers recover from grief, loss, and crisis; transcend pain and suffering; and build rich and meaningful lives-even in the face of adversity.

Free yourself from depression, anxiety, and insecurity, and instead build a rich and meaningful life with the updated and expanded edition of the world's best-selling guide to escaping the "happiness trap." Over 1 million copies sold In The Happiness Trap, Dr. Russ Harris provides a means to escape the epidemic of stress, anxiety, and depression, unlocking the secrets to a truly fulfilling life. Updated and expanded in its second edition, this empowering book presents the insights and techniques of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), covering more topics and providing more practical tools than ever before. Learn how to clarify your values, develop self-compassion, and find true satisfaction with this bigger and better guide to: - Reducing stress and worry - Handling painful thoughts and feelings more effectively - Breaking self-defeating habits - Overcoming insecurity and self-doubt - Building better relationships - Improving performance and finding fulfilment at work The Happiness Trap is for everyone. Whether you're lacking confidence, facing illness, coping with loss, working in a high-stress job, or suffering from anxiety or depression, this book will show you how to build authentic happiness, from the inside out.

More than ever, clinicians need customizable approaches for treating children with mental health conditions such as anxiety and depression. Written by an experienced educational psychologist, ACT for Treating Children offers clear, practical, brief, and developmentally appropriate strategies grounded in acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) to help children ages 5 to 12 learn effective coping skills, manage emotions, and bounce back from life's difficulties.A brief 6-10 session protocol. Clear, practical, and developmentally appropriate strategies to help children ages 5 to 12 learn effective coping skills, manage emotions, and bounce back from life's difficulties.If you treat children struggling with mental health conditions such as depression or anxiety, you know that approaches designed for adults do not work with younger clients. ACT for Treating Children presents skills grounded in evidence-based acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) to help children regulate emotions and cope with the inevitable ups and downs of life, and is suitable for clinicians with no prior knowledge of or training in ACT, as well as seasoned ACT clinicians. Written by an experienced educational and developmental psychologist, this practical clinician's guide outlines a simplified version of the ACT Hexaflex-a key component of this treatment model-called the Kidflex, to help young clients build resilience and psychological flexibility. You'll also find detailed case studies, transcripts, activities, experiential exercises, worksheets, and session plans to help you develop the skillset you need to help children overcome disorders such as stress, anxiety and depression. Finally, you'll find strategies for involving parents in treatment when appropriate, and enlisting them as 'ACT coaches' in the child's therapy.It can be difficult to know where to start when using ACT for individual therapy with children. That's why the skills in this go-to guide are practical and easy-to-implement, can be done with children in both face-to-face therapy and online sessions, and are simple enough for children to put into practice in any setting-whether it's at home, in school, or out in the world.

THE MILLION-COPY BESTSELLERDo you ever feel worried, miserable or unfulfilled - yet put on a happy face and pretend everything's fine? You are not alone. Stress, anxiety, depression and low self-esteem are all around. Research suggests that many of us get caught in a psychological trap, a vicious circle in which the more we strive for happiness, the more it eludes us.Fortunately, there is a way to escape from the 'Happiness Trap' in this updated and expanded second edition which unlocks the secrets to a truly fulfilling life. This empowering book presents the insights and techniques of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), covering more topics and providing more practical tools than ever before. Learn how to clarify your values, develop self-compassion and find true satisfaction with this bigger and better guide to:· Reducing stress and worry· Handling painful thoughts and feelings more effectively· Breaking self-defeating habits· Overcoming insecurity and self-doubt· Building better relationships· Improving performance and finding fulfilment at workThe Happiness Trap is for everyone. Whether you're lacking confidence, facing illness, coping with loss, working in a high-stress job, or suffering from anxiety or depression, this book will show you how to build authentic happiness, from the inside out.

Trauma-Focused ACT (TFACT) provides a flexible, comprehensive model for treating the entire spectrum of trauma-related issues, including post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), addiction, depression, anxiety disorders, moral injury, chronic pain, shame, suicidality, insomnia, complicated grief, attachment issues, sexual problems, and more. Written by internationally acclaimed ACT trainer, Russ Harris, this textbook is for practitioners at all levels of experience, and offers exclusive access to free downloadable resources-including scripts, videos, MP3s, handouts, and worksheets.Discover cutting-edge strategies for healing the past, living in the present, and building a new future. With this compassion-based, exposure-centered approach, you'll learn how to help your clients:· Find safety and security in their bodies· Overcome hyperarousal and hypoarousal· Break free from dissociation· Shift from self-hatred to self-compassion· Rapidly ground themselves and reengage in life· Unhook from difficult cognitions and emotions· Develop an integrated sense of self· Resolve traumatic memories through flexible exposure· Connect with and live by their values· Experience post-traumatic growth

Crawford the Cat's friend Milow is being bullied by a boy at school, and Milow doesn't know what to do. Featuring the Crawford the Cat characters, this gentle book is geared toward early readers and suggests a safe starting point for young children to take when they find themselves the target of bullying. Written and illustrated by G. Brian Reynolds and Russ Harris, producers of the popular Crawford the Cat video series, Crawford and the Bully - Milow's Story helps children better identify bullying and encourages them to safely stand up to the bullying and how to get help.The bully at Milow's school has been calling Milow names, taking Milow's money and making fun of him. The bully said he would hurt Milow if anyone found out. Milow is afraid, but reluctantly confides in Crawford and Harriet. Crawford knows exactly what Milow should do, and together Crawford and Harriet help Milow bring an end to the bullying.Crawford and the Bully - Milow's Story is especially perfect for reading during October - National Bullying Prevention Month.

Kniga o postroenii vzaimootnoshenij, uglublenii i psikhologicheskoj gibkosti s perspektivy terapii prinjatija i otvetstvennosti (ACT, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy) - odnogo iz napravlenij povedencheskoj psikhoterapii.Vy nauchites effektivno rabotat so slozhnymi emotsijami, preryvat bespoleznye myslitelnye protsessy, preodolevat ogranichivajuschie barery, sosredotachivatsja na tom, chto delaete, vovlekatsja v protsess i menjat neeffektivnye i samorazrushajuschie modeli povedenija - a znachit, smozhete vystroit bolee prochnye otnoshenija.Fishki knigi: Napisana dostupnym jazykom.Predlagaet effektivnye sposoby "perenastrojki" otnoshenij.Teorija i praktika osnovany na nauchnom psikhoterapevticheskom podkhode.Dlja kogo kniga: Podkhodit dlja vsekh kategorij chitatelej - par, kotorye zhelajut izbavitsja ot problem vo vzaimootnoshenijakh, odinokikh ljudej, kotorye ischut partnera i khotjat izbezhat prezhnikh oshibok, spetsialistov - psikhologov i psikhoterapevtov.

Practical skills grounded in acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) to help you bounce back when life knocks you down.Whether it's the loss of a loved one or a job, the end of a relationship, a pandemic, or a natural disaster-nothing really prepares us for those moments when life hits hard and turns our world upside down. The good news is that you can move forward. There are tools you can use to find your way back from despair and live a fulfilling life.In this candid self-help guide, psychotherapist Russ Harris offers powerful and doable skills grounded in evidence-based ACT to help you recover from grief, loss, and crisis; transcend your pain and suffering; and build a rich and meaningful life-even in the face of adversity. You'll also find tools to help you deal with painful memories, create your own healing "grief rituals," and transform difficult emotions into unexpected allies.Finally, you'll learn how mindfulness and self-compassion can help keep you grounded, even when it seems like your world is in free fall. If you're ready to start building the resilience needed to heal from loss or thrive in the face adversity, this guide will show you how to get there, one step at a time.

Sometimes, it can feel like life holds endless setbacks and challenges; like reality is continually slapping you in the face and causing pain that you aren't equipped to handle. This 'reality slap' can take many forms, from the death of a loved one to the loss of a job, from loneliness to rejection. And whatever form it takes, it hurts! With constructive methods based on real world research, this guide gives you the tools to rebuild your life and thrive after serious setbacks.Ten years after the success of its first edition, this fully updated and rewritten edition of The Reality Slap contains a new wealth of advanced expertise on coping effectively when life hurts. Dr Russ Harris shows you how to apply the scientifically proven methods of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy in your daily life and reconnect with yourself and others.Written in a kind, supportive voice with lots of examples and exercises, this timely self-help book contains mindfulness wisdom, hands-on advice and case studies. Every aspect of the book is designed to be accessible and simple to implement so that you can comprehensively tackle emotions arising from setbacks.If you are facing difficulty and don't know where to turn, The Reality Slap is the essential guide to finding happiness and fulfilment. Learn how to heal from your pain and come out stronger than before with this powerful book that might just change your life.

Ken uzelf.- Waar ga je naar toe?.- Flexibiliteit en bekrachtiging.- Triggers en beloningen.- De onwillige cli nt.- Cli nten helpen om in het spoor te blijven.- Valkuilen bij het werken met waarden.- Beleefd interrumperen.- 'Ik wil er vanaf'.- Hardnekkige gedachten.- Vastzitten op het Zelf.- Ongemotiveerde cli nten motiveren.- Moeilijke dilemma's.- Onszelf vriendelijk vasthouden.

ACT helt enkelt lär ut Acceptance and Commitment Therapy på ett tillgängligt och inspirerande sätt till blivande terapeuter. Russ Harris går igenom ACT-modellen och teorin bakom, de sex kärnprocesserna i ACT och hur de kan appliceras vid olika kliniska problemområden. Han tar också upp hur du kan fördjupa den terapeutiska relationen, hantera vanliga svårigheter och utvecklas som terapeut. Tack vare bokens praktiska och kliniska fokus med många terapidialoger, övningar, metaforer och förslag på upplägg av sessioner blir det lätt att börja arbeta med klienter.I denna helt reviderade och utökade utgåva är mer än hälften nyskrivet och resterande är uppdaterat. Russ Harris utgår från det nya verktyget Vägskälet, som gör arbetet med psykologisk flexibilitet enklare och tydligare.Boken riktar sig till alla som vill lära sig grunderna i ACT och börja arbeta kliniskt.”Denna bok öppnar upp och gör ACT-modellen tillgänglig på ett enastående sätt.” Ur bokens förord av Steven C. Hayes, fil.dr och en av grundarna av ACT.Russ Harrisär läkare och psykoterapeut. Han utbildar inom ACT över hela världen.Sagt om boken:"Författaren vägleder, inspirerar och motiverar till terapeutiska interventioner som kan ge klienter möjlighet till ett rikt och meningsfullt liv och till att kunna hantera smärta. ACT helt enkelt är en okonstlat skriven metodbok med pedagogiska verktyg för blivande terapeuter och verksamma."Margareta Fridstjerna, BTJ-häftet nr 19, 2020

A practical and easy-to-use primer, ideal for newcomers and experienced professionals alike, ACT Made Simple offers clear explanations of the six core processes of acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), and a set of real-world tips and solutions for rapidly and effectively implementing this powerful therapy into practice. This fully revised and updated second edition includes new information and chapters on self-compassion, flexible perspective taking, working with trauma, and more.

From the bestselling author of The Happiness Trap, a gentle approach to increasing your confidence.

Now fully-revised and updated, this second edition of ACT Made Simple includes new information and chapters on self-compassion, flexible perspective taking, working with trauma, and more.Why is it so hard to be happy? Why is life so difficult? Why do humans suffer so much? And what can we realistically do about it? No matter how rewarding your job, as a mental health professional, you may sometimes feel helpless in the face of these questions. You are also well aware of the challenges and frustrations that can present during therapy. If you're looking for ways to optimize your client sessions, consider joining the many thousands of therapists and life coaches worldwide who are learning acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT). With a focus on mindfulness, client values and a commitment to change, ACT is proven-effective in treating depression, anxiety, stress, addictions, eating disorders, schizophrenia, borderline personality disorder (BPD) and myriad other psychological issues. It's also a revolutionary new way to view the human condition - packed full of exciting new tools, techniques and strategies forpromoting profound behavioural change. A practical primer, ideal for ACT newcomers and experienced ACT professionals alike, ACT Made Simple offers clear explanations of the six ACT processes and a set of real-world tips and solutions for rapidly and effectively implementing them in your practice. This book gives you everything you need to start using ACT with your clients for impressive results. Inside, you'll find: scripts, exercises, metaphors and worksheets to use with your clients; a session-by-session guide to implementing ACT; transcripts from therapy sessions; guidance for creating your own therapeutic techniques and exercises; and practical tips to overcome "therapy roadblocks." This book aims to take the complex theory and practice of ACT and make it accessible and enjoyable for therapists and clients.

Det terapeutiske arbejde med Acceptance & Commitment Theraphy (ACT) kan ofte være sværere, end det ser ud til. Nogle gange fungerer det godt og bidrager til, at klienten hurtigt ændrer adfærd og opnår større psykologisk fleksibilitet. Andre gange kan det vise sig at være langt mere udfordrende, og tvivl, usikkerhed og spørgsmål melder sig.ACT – SPØRGSMÅL & SVAR er skrevet af den internationalt anerkendte specialist og ACT-træner Russ Harris. På baggrund af hans omfattende viden om og erfaring med ACT giver han svar på 150 af de mest relevante og tilbagevendende spørgsmål om anvendelsen af ACT-terapi. Heriblandt effektive strategier til at opklare misforståelser om mindfulness og accept, til at håndtere tilbageholdende eller umotiverede klienter og til at overkomme de barrierer, der kan være i værdiafklaringen. I bogen præsenterer forfatteren desuden for første gang sin nye model og ramme for ACT-terapi – valgpunktsmodellen – og de mange kreative måder, modellen kan anvendes på. Uanset, om du er erfaren eller ny i arbejdet med ACT, vil denne praktiske guide give dig ny viden og redskaber til at løse konkrete udfordringer i terapien og bidrage til, at dine klienter opnår vedvarende forandringer i livet. RUSS HARRIS er læge, terapeut og internationalt anerkendt underviser i acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT). Russ Harris har undervist tusindvis af ACT-behandlere over hele verden og har skrevet mange bøger om ACT, hvoraf de fleste er oversat til dansk. Heriblandt ACT - Teori og praksis, Når virkeligheden slår hårdt og den internationale bestseller Lykkefælden. Han bor i Melbourne i Australien, hvor han også praktiserer til daglig.

Renowned ACT expert Russ Harris presents easy-to-read Q&A sessions to uncover the most common ways clients and practitioners get stuck when using ACT, how to get unstuck, and how to transform that "stuckness" into powerful personal growth.Acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) is a highly effective, evidence-based treatment for a number of mental health issues - from depression to addiction - that focuses on mindfulness, client values, and a commitment to change. It also provides innovative tools, techniques, and strategies for promoting psychological flexibility and profound behavioral change. However, there are several challenges and frustrations that can arise when delivering ACT in-session.In the tradition of the hugely popular professional guide ACT Made Simple, ACT Questions and Answersoffers practical tools for overcoming common sticking points in-session. You'll find effective tips and strategies for moving past misconceptions about mindfulness and acceptance, how to deal with reluctant or unmotivated clients, and how to break down communication barriers that can stand in the way of progress. You'll also find links to free downloadable resources.If you are new to ACT - or just want to improve your delivery - this easy-to-read reference guide will help you troubleshoot common in-session challenges and help your clients achieve lasting change.