Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Havenwood Psychotherapy | Virtual Therapy in Canada
At Havenwood Psychotherapy, we provide online ACT therapy across Ontario, British Columbia, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, and Quebec to help you build a healthier relationship with difficult thoughts, emotions, and life challenges. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) combines mindfulness, acceptance, and values-based action to help you stop getting caught up in self-criticism, worry, or avoidance and start moving toward a life that feels more authentic, purposeful, and fulfilling.
When You're Tired of Struggling With Your Thoughts
You may find yourself caught in cycles of worry, self-criticism, overthinking, or emotional overwhelm. Perhaps you've tried to push difficult thoughts away, stay positive, or "just get over it," only to feel more frustrated, disconnected, or stuck.
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) offers a different path. Rather than trying to eliminate uncomfortable thoughts and feelings, ACT helps you develop a new relationship with them—one that creates more flexibility, self-compassion, and freedom in your daily life.
At Havenwood Psychotherapy, we provide virtual ACT therapy for adults across Ontario, British Columbia, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, and Quebec. Our therapists help you build mindfulness skills, navigate difficult emotions with greater confidence, and take meaningful steps toward the life you want to live—guided by your values, not your fears.
Our Virtual Therapy Services
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Anxiety & Depression Therapy
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HAVENWOOD PSYCHOTHERAPY | ONLINE THERAPY ACROSS CANADA
How ACT Therapy Can Help
With support from Havenwood Psychotherapy, people often experience:
Learn to respond to anxious thoughts without letting them dictate your actions or consume your attention
Build the confidence to face difficult situations rather than avoiding them out of fear, uncertainty, or discomfort
Develop mindfulness skills that help you stay grounded in the present instead of getting lost in worries about the future
Make intentional choices that reflect your values, goals, and the life you want to create
Take meaningful action even when fear, self-doubt, or uncomfortable emotions show up along the way
ACCEPTANCE & COMMITMENT THERAPY | ACCESSIBLE VIRTUAL THERAPY ACROSS CANADA
Who Can Benefit From ACT Therapy?
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps you create space for difficult thoughts and emotions without letting them define your choices or direction in life. Instead of getting stuck in patterns of avoidance, self-criticism, or overwhelm, ACT supports you in building psychological flexibility—the ability to stay grounded in the present moment and take meaningful action aligned with what matters most to you.
ACT isn’t about eliminating thoughts or emotions—it’s about changing your relationship with them. With the right tools and support, you can create more space from what holds you back and take meaningful steps toward the life you want to live.
How Acceptance & Commitment Therapy Works
ACT is based on six core processes that support you in stepping out of unhelpful patterns and moving toward a more flexible, grounded, and values-led way of living.
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Learning to notice what’s happening right now without judgment.
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Making space for difficult thoughts and feelings instead of fighting them.
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Loosening the grip of unhelpful thoughts so they don’t dictate your behaviour.
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Clarifying what truly matters to you so you can live the life you have always wanted and learn to trust your decision making.
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Taking small, meaningful steps aligned with your values.
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Recognizing that you are more than your thoughts and emotions.
Meet Our Team
Amanda Elston
Clinic Owner, RP (Qualifying), MACP, EMDRAmanda works with teens (12+) and adults navigating ADHD, trauma, anxiety, and attachment concerns. She has a special interest in supporting survivors of relational trauma, sexual abuse, narcissistic abuse, and dissociation. Her approach is warm, trauma-informed, and collaborative, integrating EMDR therapy to help clients process difficult experiences, build self-understanding, strengthen self-trust, and create meaningful, lasting change.
Tina Pirvali
Associate Therapist, RP (Qualifying), MACPTina works with adults and couples navigating trauma, relationship challenges, communication difficulties, infidelity, codependency, attachment concerns, life transitions, identity, stress, and self-esteem. Her approach is warm, collaborative, and culturally responsive, integrating the Gottman Method and Relational Life Therapy to help clients strengthen communication, deepen connection, and create healthier, more fulfilling relationships.
Taylor Davis
Associate Therapist, RP (Qualifying), MACPTaylor works with teens (12+) and adults navigating anxiety, stress, depression, trauma, neurodivergence, identity, relationships, and life transitions. She also supports clients from BIPOC communities and diverse cultural backgrounds. Her approach is trauma-informed, warm, and culturally responsive, helping clients move beyond intellectual understanding toward deeper emotional processing, self-connection, and lasting growth.
HAVENWOOD PSYCHOTHERAPY | ONLINE THERAPY ACROSS CANADA
Why Choose Havenwood Psychotherapy?
Amanda Elston, MACP, RP (Qualifying)
Founder, Registered Psychotherapist
Many of the people we work with are managing a lot behind the scenes. They may be navigating anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, or relationship challenges while still showing up for work, family, and daily responsibilities. Our virtual therapy services provide a space to slow down, feel supported, and explore what's beneath the surface. With flexible scheduling, including evening appointments, therapy can fit into your life—not the other way around.
Our work goes beyond symptom management. Through a relational and trauma-informed approach, we help you understand the patterns that may be keeping you stuck, strengthen your connection with yourself, and create meaningful, lasting change. At Havenwood Psychotherapy, therapy is about more than feeling better—it's about building a life that feels more balanced, connected, and aligned with who you want to be.
HOW TO GET STARTED
Taking the first step toward therapy can feel overwhelming, and we're here to make the process as simple and supportive as possible. Whether you're ready to book or would like to learn more first, we're happy to help you find the right fit.
Book a Free Consultation
We offer a free 15-minute consultation where you can ask questions, share what you're looking for, and determine whether Havenwood Psychotherapy is the right fit for you.
Schedule Online
Book your free consultation or first session through our secure online booking platform. With flexible daytime and evening appointments, you can access support from the comfort and privacy of your own space.
Begin Your Journey
Once matched with your therapist, you'll have a dedicated space to explore challenges, build insight, and work toward meaningful change at a pace that feels right for you.
Frequently Asked Questions About Acceptance & Commitment Therapy
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ACT is a mindfulness-based therapy that helps you accept what you can’t control, create space from unhelpful thoughts, and commit to living in line with your values.
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Yes. We offer online ACT therapy across most of Canada, including Manitoba, Saskatchewan, British Columbia, Ontario, and Quebec. Many people find it easier to practice skills between sessions when therapy fits naturally into their daily lives.
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In many cases, you can begin therapy within the same week. We offer flexible scheduling, including daytime and evening appointments, to make accessing support as convenient as possible.
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All you need is a reliable internet connection, a device with a camera and microphone, and a private space where you feel comfortable talking. Sessions are conducted through a secure and confidential virtual platform.
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Virtual therapy can be a great option if you're looking for flexible, accessible support that fits into your schedule. If you're unsure, we offer a free 15-minute consultation where you can ask questions, learn more about our approach, and determine whether virtual therapy feels like the right fit for you.
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The frequency of therapy depends on your goals, needs, and circumstances. Many people begin with weekly sessions to build momentum and establish a strong therapeutic relationship. As progress is made, some choose to transition to biweekly or monthly sessions. Your therapist will work collaboratively with you to determine what feels most helpful.
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CBT focuses on challenging and changing thoughts, while ACT emphasizes changing your relationship to thoughts so they no longer have as much power over your choices.
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Yes. ACT is evidence-based for anxiety, OCD, and intrusive thoughts. Many clients with OCD tendencies benefit from combining ACT therapy with ERP therapy.
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The timeline varies for each person. Some clients find meaningful shifts within weeks, while others benefit from longer-term support to integrate changes more deeply.
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