What is Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT)?
Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT) is a form of cognitive behavioral therapy developed by psychologist Albert Ellis. REBT focuses on identifying and changing irrational beliefs that cause emotional distress and lead to unhealthy behaviors such as avoidance or catastrophizing.
How Does Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy Work?
REBT is a highly collaborative modality, meaning the client and therapist work together to identify and change irrational beliefs as the client learns to manage emotions more effectively. Techniques include decatastrophizing, role-playing, reframing, mindfulness, and behavioral activation.
REBT Focuses On Reducing Feelings Associated With:
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Anger
- Social and other phobias
- Guilt and shame
- OCD
- and more
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