Dennis is an innovator straddling the words of ACT and CFT (Compassion Focused Therapy). He joins us to talk about the intersection of radical behaviorism in a wide ranging and intellectually rigorous conversation. Joanne, Dennis, and Tim each reflect on practice and technique in this episode with a focus on what works for each. Make sure to listen on to the end of the podcast where Tim and Joanne take a moment to debrief. The ACT in Context Podcast is co-hosted by Joanne Steinwachs and Timothy Gordon. Dennis’ website: mindfulcompassion.com Follow Dennis' very active twitter account for enlightening tweets about compassion, mindfulness, and the muck of living: @DennisTirchPhD The Praxis Many Voices Episodes Referenced: https://youtu.be/GXQLXuiOhNU https://youtu.be/hrzHfvxoQRE Books mentioned in the podcast: David Sloan Wilson Evolution for Everyone Dennis Tirsch Experiencing ACT from the Inside Out, Release date Spring 2019 Dennis Tirsch ACT Practitioner’s Guide to the Science of Compassion Kelly Wilson Mindfulness for Two Curious to learn more about ACT? Get your free acceptance and commitment therapy self-help ebook: http://eepurl.com/c9X9jn Resources for Professionals: https://thezensocialworker.thinkific.com