Psychologist; ACT & DNA-V trainer; author of The Science of Children’s Wellbeing & Acceptance & Commitment Therapy for Dummies; Co-creator of ConnectPSHE.
Bristol, England
Joined March 2011
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New hope for children with anxiety. A new study comparing two therapies for childhood GAD found that:
- RNT-focused ACT (a version of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy targeting repetitive negative thinking) outperformed non-directive therapy (NDT) — according to both kids and their parents.
- Children in the ACT group showed stronger reductions in worry and emotional symptoms.
- And—less worry wasn’t just a bonus. It actually mediated the improvement, showing how powerful addressing repetitive thinking can be.
Even with just three 45-minute online sessions, this focused ACT approach made a measurable difference.
This research offers promising evidence that brief, targeted ACT interventions could help children navigate anxiety with more flexibility and less fear. 💚
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What would you say to someone who is thinking about becoming a member of ACBS?
“If you want to help profoundly and positively change the lives of your clients, then it’s the best psychological community in the world you could possibly consider joining!" - Duncan Gillard @Duncanjee
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In this workshop, Louise will demonstrate how you can use the DNA-V model, as the growth model of ACT, to explore neuroaffirmative strategies for young people; meeting them where they are at and working with them on how they might want to grow.
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Learn how to enhance process-based therapy for kids & teens using #ACT, RFT, & behavior analysis. Explore ways to build psychological flexibility, coach parents, support neurodivergent youth, & create a personalized toolbox of techniques. ow.ly/fBtk50VZpk6
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Learn how to enhance process-based therapy for kids & teens using #ACT, RFT, & behavior analysis. Explore ways to build psychological flexibility, coach parents, support neurodivergent youth, & create a personalized toolbox of techniques. ow.ly/fBtk50VZpk6
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👀 Learn more about compassion focused approaches for Educational Psychologists in 45s
😍 Interested in adding this approach into your supervision and reflective practice? Book onto our a two day workshop (24-25 Apr 25)
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New Issue Alert – #JCBS, Volume 36 (April 2025)!!!
The latest issue of JCBS is now available. Explore new research and insights in CBS, including advancements in ACT, Relational Frame Theory (RFT), and process-based therapy. JCBS is an ACBS member benefit, allowing access full-text articles. Stay informed with the latest developments in the field. Read Volume 36 here: zurl.co/cdSLC
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A huge thank you to everyone for your engagement during our #TrustInsetDay! The energy from collaborating, learning, and sharing truly captured the essence of #TeamEnable. Together, we're advancing education.
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Steve Hayes has this week received an honorary doctorate from Uppsala University and visited us for two days in the Department of Psychology. What an incredible privilege to act his host. 🙏 @StevenCHayes @UU_University @myACBS
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In our upcoming webinar, Kelly Wilson, Gijs Jansen, and I will explore the evolution of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. You can learn more about it and register yourself here: psychflex.com/act-evolution-…
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We are so proud of the work that the Enable Inclusion Team are doing to improve the lives of young people and families.
Hear more from @Duncanjee below.
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Damn, this is SUUUCH a cool study! I wish I had a platform to tell the whole world about this!! Please RT…. Framing depression as a functional signal, not a disease: Rationale and initial randomized controlled trial - ScienceDirect sciencedirect.com/science/ar…
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We're extremely proud of the work of the Enable Inclusion team led by @Duncanjee.
They are doing wonderful work to help pupils at the risk of exclusion and their outcomes are fantastic.
Visit our enabletrust.org.uk/Enable-In… to find out more.
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Dr. Duncan Gillard (he/him) retweeted
Culverhill School has implemented its new library with great impact. Our young people are really enjoying it, the love for reading has certainly increased!
All of our new pupils have joined us in a seamless way, and they are thriving in the school.
#School #UKEducation
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We did it! @Duncanjee @AlysonActually! It might have happened on a different day with a different cast of characters & also included the fab Dr Nic Hooper but it was magnificent! Let’s do it again, with more time & perhaps a group photo. @louisemchugh
Dr. Duncan Gillard (he/him) retweeted
@Duncanjee Does this count as a group photo? Oh never mind. 😀 Look at all this important CBS work that’s happening!! That’s what’s important here. London 2024 #UKROIACBS @louisemchugh @ACTually_Alyson
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And let’s hear it for all the super feelers out there!! London 2024 #UKROIACBS @ACTually_Alyson @Duncanjee
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The problem with exclusion and why we need much better solutions. Thank you @Duncanjee. And can everyone take a look at these outcomes outcomes outcomes!!?!??!! Wow!!!! Show us the way. London 2024 #ukroiacbs
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