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LifeToolbox Website

The LifeToolbox website is a self-help ACT program we have developed for treating a wide range of problems college students may struggle with. This website was developed with funding support from an Alan E. Hall Innovation for Undergraduate Student Success Award.

The website includes a series of self-help sessions targeted to each of the core components of ACT: opening up to difficult emotions, getting unhooked from thoughts, clarifying values, and taking action.


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The sessions were developed using a novel approach with the Qualtrics survey platform. This is a widely used research tool that many universities own a license to.

We have found this system works quite well for also delivering web-based intervention content. It provides a stable system that can be used across platforms (including mobile phones) with high security standards and a variety of interactive/multimedia-based elements.
Each session focuses on a key psychological flexibility skill based on ACT. For example, the costs of overly trying to get away from unwanted emotions and how to let go of these unhelpful away moves.

Other examples of sessions include:
  • Noticing how one gets hooked by thoughts
  • Practicing taking action despite self-limiting thoughts
  • How to carry emotions with you
  • Strategies for clarifying personal values
  • Finding and connecting with meaning in the moment
  • How to overcome external barriers to action
  • Making and returning to commitments


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  • About Us
    • Directors
    • Graduate Students
    • Graduate Student Alumni
    • Our Purpose
  • Research
    • Areas of Study
    • Publications
    • Presentations
    • Participating In Our Research
  • Training
    • Graduate Training
    • Undergraduate Research Assistants
    • ACT Workshops for Professionals
  • Clinical Services
    • Behavioral Health Clinic
    • ACT Guide
  • Resources
    • Measures We Developed
    • Treatment Protocols
    • Web/Mobile App Technology Resources
    • Multimedia Resources
    • COVID-19 Resource List
  • Contact us