ACT Counselling for Adults, Youth & Parents

What ACT Is (and Why It Works During Divorce)

ACT is an evidence-based counselling model that helps people:

• Accept difficult thoughts and emotions without letting them take over

• Build psychological flexibility, the #1 predictor of long-term wellbeing

• Stay present and calm during high-conflict moments

• Make choices based on values, not fear or stress

• Strengthen resilience during major life transitions

• Move toward a future that reflects what truly matters to them

Research across Canadian mental-health programs, university clinics, and family-court–adjacent services shows ACT is effective for:

• Anxiety & chronic stress

• Depression

• Trauma-related symptoms

• Parenting under pressure

• Youth experiencing identity, school, or family stress

ACT at Clearpoint Family Mediation

Practical, Future-Focused Counselling for Real Life

Clearpoint offers ACT-informed sessions tailored for:

Adults

• Emotional regulation during separation or divorce

• Navigating court stress

• Reducing conflict in co-parenting

• Rebuilding identity and clarity after relationship breakdown

Youth (Ages 10+)

• Managing anxiety and big emotions

• Understanding family changes

• Coping with loyalty conflicts and school stress

• Strengthening confidence and sense of control

Parents

• Supporting children during transitions

• Reducing burnout and emotional overload

• Staying present even when overwhelmed

• Modelling calm, consistent communication

Why ACT Is a Powerful Fit for Separation, Co-Parenting & Mediation?

ACT is increasingly used in divorce-support programs across Canada because:

✔ It helps adults manage emotions during negotiations and co-parenting

People going through separation often experience intense doubt, anger, fear, and overwhelm. ACT teaches skills to step back from emotional reactions so you can make clear, values-aligned decisions even during conflict.

✔ It reduces the “fight-or-flight” cycle

During family breakdown, the brain becomes reactive. ACT uses mindfulness and grounding techniques to help you stay steady — which leads to better communication and healthier outcomes for children.

✔ It supports youth through identity, loyalty conflicts, and change

ACT gives teens practical tools to understand their feelings, respond to stress without shutting down, and navigate loyalty tensions between parents.

✔ It helps parents support their children more effectively

ACT strengthens emotional regulation, empathy, and problem-solving — all critical skills for supportive parenting during separation.

✔ It is NOT psychotherapy or long-term clinical treatment

ACT at Clearpoint is:

• Short-term

• Practical

• Skills-focused

• Grounded in mediation and child-development science

Clients often start applying ACT strategies within the first session.

Research in Canada is increasingly highlighting Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) as one of the most effective counseling methods for families dealing with separation, co-parenting issues, and stress related to court involvement. Unlike traditional talk therapy, ACT focuses on the present, offering practical skills to help individuals stay grounded, manage overwhelm, and make proactive life decisions.

ACT is not about analyzing your past.
It’s about strengthening your ability to cope, choose, and lead your future — even under pressure.

“You don’t have to ‘fix’ every thought or feeling to move forward. ACT helps you notice what your mind is telling you, make space for pain, and still take steps toward the kind of parent or person you want to be.”

ACT Counselling Inquiries 📧 act@clearpointmediation.com