ACT:Root to Fruit #5 Niklas Törneke
Aug 17, 2020
Niklas Törneke, a Swedish psychiatrist and author of the notable green RFT book, joins for a deep dive into contextual behavioral science. He simplifies complex concepts, enhancing therapeutic practices and shedding light on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). The chat covers navigating ethical dilemmas around meat consumption, the energy struggles of afternoon slumps, and the importance of mindfulness. Törneke emphasizes embracing imperfection and the playful nature of food and emotions, all while connecting therapy with personal values.
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Behavior Science Deepens ACT Practice
- Understanding behavior-science basics deepens ACT practice beyond following manuals.
- Niklas Törneke argues relational frame theory and behavior analysis enable flexible clinical application.
Analyze Both In-Session And Life Contexts
- Use two functional perspectives: analyze what happens now and what happens in remembered situations.
- Alternate between in-session interactions and life examples to build a full functional analysis.
Afternoon Fog Drives Non-Hungry Eating
- Marcel describes afternoon fogginess that drives him to eat or seek stimulation without physical hunger.
- He uses food and news to escape a muddy, sluggish feeling that he wants to change.
