My guest today is a world leader on how to be a better human being in today’s challenging world through the application of Acceptance Commitment Therapy. Her work is equally applicable to adults and adolescents who are in possession of a human mind.  My guest today is Dr Louise Hayes. Highlights from today’s podcast are:

• 1:12 Louise’s philanthropic work in the Himalayas
• 7:40 Clinical psychology, ACT & psychological flexibility
• 11:55 The problem with hiding from your feelings
• 17:14 The western cultural shift towards controlling our experience
• 19:49 The spilt between western science and eastern philosophy
• 21:48 Contextural behavioural science – a philosophy of science
• 26:36 How your past influences your present and future
• 30:52 ACT as a process-based therapy
• 31:30 Inside-skin versus outside-skin control strategies
• 39:46 ACT for the whole developmental cycle
• 47:06 ACT for mental health challenges for adolescents
• 55:12 Evidence-based treatments for depression and anxiety
• 58:05 advice for parents with teenagers who are struggling
• 1:01:00 How many questions is it ok to ask your kids when they get home from school?

You can find out more about Louise and get some free resources from https://dnav.international

Her awesome book for teenagers is: Your Life Your Way 

Another great book is : Get Out of Your Mind and Into Your Life for Teens: A Guide to Living an Extraordinary Life