What does ACPT mean in THERAPY

The primary purpose of ACPT is to help individuals create more secure connections to their environment, both internally and externally. This may be done through exploring early attachment experiences, identifying & addressing unconscious patterns, examining core beliefs, changing maladaptive behavioral patterns, increasing awareness of thoughts & feelings, increasing positive self-regard, strengthening communication skills & creating healthier relationships.

ACPT focuses primarily on fostering a safe therapeutic relationship between therapist and client that provides an environment for deep exploration into experiences from the past which can lead to meaningful insight as well as promoting healing. The focus during sessions generally revolves around understanding childhood attachment patterns that may be impacting present day functioning.

While many different approaches to therapy exist today, what sets apart ACPT from others are its main focus on the therapeutic relationship itself. The most important factor is that the therapist works hard to provide an accepting environment where clients feel heard and understood without judgement or criticism. This creates a space which allows gradual but profound change over time through exploration of emotional history as it relates to current challenges and issues in life.

The length of treatment will vary depending on each individual's needs and experiences; the overall goal being lasting positive changes in functioning over time with relative stability necessary before therapy ceases. Generally though, therapies last anywhere from 6-20 sessions depending on specific concerns addressed within each session.