ACT for Neurological Conditions (Paperback)

Amanda Mobley

ISBN 10: 1787757927 / ISBN 13: 9781787757929

Published by Jessica Kingsley Publishers, London, 2026

About this Item

Paperback. Navigating life with a neurological condition can present unique challenges, sudden changes in life circumstances, unpredictable future events and loss of control. Negotiating the waves of these experiences requires flexibility and willingness to let go of control of the tide. This unique guide is structured around the key principles of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). It explores the core principles of the ACT hexaflex and how to introduce these to clients to best aid understanding. Evidence-based ACT exercises, from mindfulness exercises to creating visual prompts and workbooks, will help professionals to support the social, emotional and mental health of clients and the challenges their conditions present to their identity.Guiding professionals looking for ready-to-use resources for their practice and non-specialists working in the field, this book helps clinicians to understand how ACT can be applied and adapted for a range of clients experiencing acquired brain injury and progressive neurological conditions. The go-to practical guide for ACT professionals working with clients with acquired brain injuries, and progressive neurological conditions. This book provides tools to help clients live alongside complex emotions associated with navigating social pressures, and emotional impact throughout their lives. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: ACT for Neurological Conditions (Paperback)
• Publisher: Jessica Kingsley Publishers, London
• Publication Date: 2026
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1787757927
• ISBN 13: 9781787757929
• Binding: Paperback
• Illustrator: Pimas, Masha
• Condition: new

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Synopsis

Navigating life with a neurological condition can present unique challenges, sudden changes in life circumstances, unpredictable future events and loss of control. Negotiating the waves of these experiences requires flexibility and willingness to let go of control of the tide.

This unique guide is structured around the key principles of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). It explores the core principles of the ACT hexaflex and how to introduce these to clients to best aid understanding. Evidence-based ACT exercises, from mindfulness exercises to creating visual prompts and workbooks, will help professionals to support the social, emotional and mental health of clients and the challenges their conditions present to their identity.

Guiding professionals looking for ready-to-use resources for their practice and non-specialists working in the field, this book helps clinicians to understand how ACT can be applied and adapted for a range of clients experiencing acquired brain injury and progressive neurological conditions.

About the Authors

Kim Fletcher is a UK Consultant Clinical Neuropsychologist, a clinical-academic researcher at the University of Nottingham and co-director of The Brain Place.

Amanda Mobley is a UK Consultant Clinical Neuropsychologist and Head of Neuropsychology for Leicester Partnership NHS Trust and co-director of The Brain Place.

Anna Tickle Clin Psy D is a clinical psychologist. She became interested in autism and Asperger Syndrome shortly after she began her doctorate and volunteered at 'Aspire' - a National Autistic Society group for adults with Asperger Syndrome.