Todd J. Schmenk, LMHC

01/08/2026

For Clinicians: Write faster, think more functionally, and document what actually happened in session. The Functional Process Note Practice Tool helps clinicians streamline notes while strengthening ACT-in-context reasoning. Instead of summarizing content, the tool guides attention to context, function, workability, and therapeutic movement over time. Clinicians use it after sessions, in supervision, or across cases to track patterns and build conceptual fluency. Over repeated use, it speeds up documentation while reinforcing FC / RFT / ACT-consistent language and Evoke → Model → Reinforce intervention structures. Ideal for clinicians who want their notes to support learning, not just compliance.

An AI trained by Todd Schmenk to help you organize your Functional Process Note and get ACT/FC/RFT-informed case guidance.

01/07/2026

Not knowing where to start with mental health support in Rhode Island is more common than you think :white_heart:
Many people arrive here quietly — something doesn’t feel the way it used to, but it’s hard to put into words.
You might find yourself wondering:
Do I really need therapy?
Is this serious enough?
What if I choose the wrong option?
Here’s what we want you to know :sparkles:
Not knowing where to start isn’t a problem to fix. It’s often the most honest place to begin.
As therapists practicing here in Rhode Island, we meet thoughtful, capable people every day who feel unsure about reaching out.
That uncertainty isn’t weakness — it’s awareness :seedling:

Read more at ripathways.substack.com

12/18/2025

For those who are interested in learning more about ACT and becoming part of a growing community:

Training, consultation, and clinical resources for therapists grounded in ACT, Functional Contextualism, and Process Based Therapy through RIACT.

11/25/2025

For those who might be interested - this podcast was quite popular.
https://open.spotify.com/episode/6c5IkJm1iukDwIFVwnQm3r?si=WwJNRUP-SZm_b-5hPQ8Z-Q

Deeply Functional - Clinical conversations at the intersection of RFT, FC, and ACT. · Episode

11/18/2025

For those who might be interested or wish to refer someone to this, here is the information (you can sign up or refer here: https://www.aqaltherapies.com/group)

09/23/2025

No insurance? High deductible? We’ve got you covered. ACTUrgently offers low-cost sessions with supervised residents and interns — affordable care, same quality support.

www.acturgently.com

09/20/2025

MEET Briana Seippel, LMHCA!
Our newest Resident in the www.riact.org program.
📌 Specializing in anxiety / grief / chronic illness, they’re part of our compassionate team ready to help.”🎨 Visual: professional photo of clinician or warm candid shot.🔗 acturgently link

Bringing Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to Rhode Island. ​Dedicated to evidence-based, process based approaches, Rhode Island ACT is a welcoming space for behavioral health practitioners of like mind to come together in creating a supportive environment for sharing, listening, and learning toge...

09/19/2025

Early access matters. Most people wait 6–8 weeks for therapy, but with ACTUrgently, clients are often seen in days and feel progress within 3 sessions. www.acturgently.com

09/16/2025

With the new season, I’m shifting my routine:

Morning: Get up at 6:30am, no matter what.
Workday: Make sure I get a 20 minute walk in
Evening: Read an actual book, no blue light, 30 minutes before bedtime

These are some of the ACT informed, values based actions that I am personally using.
You can find specific ones that work best for you as well.

What’s changing in your routine right now?

Discover a fresh approach to mental health at AQAL Therapies. Offering Couples Counseling and innovative services to build resilience and support your well-being.

09/15/2025

Should you or someone you know need counseling services, please consider the following: www.ACTUrgently.com - We work with local colleges to provide low cost services for those who have high deductibles or no insurance. Learn more below:

If you have been looking for Mental Health services, you, like most Americans, have most likely found it quite difficult to access care. 

09/15/2025

New form for those who need to refer. No insurance needed. Get an appointment within 72 hours: https://www.aqaltherapies.com/referrals

This is an extension of the www.acturgently.com program

If you have been looking for Mental Health services, you, like most Americans, have most likely found it quite difficult to access care. 

09/05/2025

https://open.spotify.com/episode/6ESgPKrttl57gCKF1vbTj5?si=yHWC2HjgSOK101tAakvp4A

Deeply Functional - Clinical conversations at the intersection of RFT, FC, and ACT. · Episode