Lesson Plan
Hexaflex Journey Plan
Guide a high school student through six 50-minute individual sessions to experientially learn and practice the six core ACT processes, building psychological flexibility through hands-on activities and reflective journaling.
Research shows that mastering ACT’s six processes enhances coping, reduces anxiety, and fosters committed action. This tailored journey supports deep skill building and lasting change.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Teacher Preparation
30 minutes
Step 1
Session 1: Contact with the Present Moment
50 minutes
Step 2
Session 2: Cognitive Defusion
50 minutes
Step 3
Session 3: Acceptance
50 minutes
Step 4
Session 4: Self-as-Context
50 minutes
Step 5
Session 5: Values
50 minutes
Step 6
Session 6: Committed Action
50 minutes
Slide Deck
Present Moment Awareness
Present Moment Activity
Cognitive Fusion vs. Defusion
Defusion Activity: Leaves on a Stream
Acceptance vs. Avoidance
Acceptance Activity: Ice Cube
Self-as-Context
Self-as-Context Activity
Values vs. Goals
Values Clarification Activity
Committed Action
Committed Action Activity
Activity
Journal
