ACT - GROUP THERAPY PROGRAM
A psychologist-led group for young adults (13–25) focused on building mental resilience, psychological flexibility, and practical tools to handle life’s challenges.
Your Life, Your Way: A Group Experience (2026)
A psychologist-led therapy program for young adults (ages 13–25) ready to explore who they are and how they want to show up in the world.
Life can feel loud, overwhelming, and full of pressure. Your Life, Your Way is about pressing pause. It is a safe space to build a toolkit for life that actually works for you.
This program is based on the book Your Life, Your Way by Joseph V. Ciarrochi, PhD and Louise L. Hayes, PhD. It uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), an approach proven to help young people build resilience, handle difficult emotions, and navigate life's challenges with confidence.
The DNA-V Model
The program centres on the DNA-V Model, a simple framework that puts the skills you need into a digestible format:
D (Discoverer): The explorer finding the courage to try new things.
N (Noticer): The observer listening to body feelings without judgment.
A (Advisor): The inner voice we learn to manage—listening when it helps, and tuning out when it doesn't.
V (Values): The compass guiding decisions based on what matters most to you.
Sessions include "brain breaks" and multiple ways to engage (listening, doing, creating) to respect your energy levels.
THE DETAILS
Who is it for: Young people (13–25) with diverse abilities and learning styles who are ready to build independence. > Note: We welcome participants with varying support needs. If you would benefit from having a trusted ally or support person join you to get the most out of the sessions, they are very welcome!
How: 1.5 hour session per week for 12 weeks.
Where: The Therapy Studio, 122 Flora St, Sutherland NSW 2232
(Please note: While our space is designed to be sensory-friendly, we are not yet wheelchair accessible).
When: Groups are set to commence in Late February / Early March 2026.
Group schedules will be arranged based on individual preferences and will be communicated once finalised.