Translator's Preface
Recommendation
introduction

Part 1: Foundations of ACT and Value Theory

Chapter 1: The Meaning and Reason of Value
What is value?
Values ​​and Language
Why values ​​matter
Finding value simply
Values ​​and Culture
Key takeaways
Utilization Step: Self-Assessment for Value-Based Therapy

Chapter 2: A Value-Centered Life That Requires Psychological Flexibility
What values ​​guide your treatment?
Psychological flexibility and a valuable life
Effective Values ​​Work Involving Psychological Flexibility
Key takeaways
Utilization stage

Part 2 Applications and Practice of Value Work

Chapter 3: Leading Clients Towards Values
Introducing Values
Other tools for valuation
Clinical indicators of timing of transition (or return) to value work
Value-oriented work environment
Key takeaways
Utilization stage

Chapter 4: Exploring Value: Becoming a Truffle-Sniffing Dog
Two entry points into value work
Qualitative Characteristics of Effective Value Dialogue: The Aroma of Truffles
Exploring deeper values
The Pitfalls of Early Value Exploration
Key takeaways
Utilization stage

Chapter 5: Finding Value in Suffering
When pain leads us to where it matters most
Tracing the scent of value in a landscape of suffering
The Pitfalls of Exploring Value Through Pain
Key takeaways
Utilization stage

Chapter 6: Exploring Values ​​Through Action
Learning through the process of value clarification
Planning a New Value Path
Working with Value Prototypes
The Pitfalls of Learning by Doing
Key takeaways
Utilization stage

Chapter 7: Rigidity as an Obstacle to Moving in the Value Direction
Sometimes the best answer is just a good question.
General value issues related to psychological rigidity
When intensive value work is needed
How to Deal with 'Value Conflicts'
Key takeaways
Utilization stage

Chapter 8: The Importance of Context: Culture and Values ​​Beyond the Individual
A flexible, evolving, and broadly defined culture
The Importance of Humility: Knowing What You Don't Know
Culturally informed, value-based treatment
What to Do When Values ​​and Cultures Clash
The Ripple Effect of Values: Couples, Families, and Organizations
Key takeaways
Utilization stage

Chapter 9: A Journey Together: Your Value as a Therapist
Exploring Your Value as a Therapist
How to add value to everyday tasks
Therapist's self-disclosure about values
Key takeaways
Utilization stage
Final stage
Conclusion

Appendix A
Appendix B
References
Practice List
List of metaphors
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Value as a direction of life, not a concept.
Psychotherapy to reconnect with your life's direction guided by ACT experts

『Value-Based Acceptance and Commitment Therapy』 does not simply aim to reduce suffering as the goal of psychotherapy.
Instead, we help clients answer the questions, “What and who are important to them?” and “What kind of life do they want to live?” and, in the process, guide both the therapist and the client to rediscover the meaning and value of their lives.
Based on the "values" of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), this book provides a concrete and practical explanation of how therapists can apply value clarification in actual treatment settings.


The most notable feature of this book is that it goes beyond theory and focuses on ‘living conversation.’
The author asks the therapist again, “What kind of person do you want to be?” and “Why did you start doing this?” and guides the therapist to reconnect with his or her own values.
By focusing on the client's values ​​and setting the direction of treatment, it is emphasized that change and recovery beyond simple symptom relief are possible.

"Value-Centered Therapy" includes vivid examples from clinical experience, resonating not only with therapists but also with counseling students and anyone contemplating their life's direction.
It empathizes with the real-world problems faced by therapists and clients by covering the difficulties in exploring values ​​and how to find value even in pain.

Ultimately, this book is a collection of psychologists (counselors) who discuss values ​​at the heart of psychotherapy and ask, "What are the most effective conversations and actions?"
Let's begin psychotherapy to reconnect with our values, right here and now.