Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy

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The paper explains that rational emotive behavioral therapy is based on the idea that our thoughts or inner dialog is what affects our behavior. It focuses on our perceptions of our environment and experiences instead of our environment and experiences themselves. The paper discusses how the rational emotive behavioral therapy process can consist of two basic steps. Irrational thoughts are identified and then the client is instructed to begin replacing these thoughts with more rational, healthier thoughts. The paper concludes that rational emotive behavioral therapy is a step towards individuals taking responsibility for their own dysfunctions, providing them with a solid ground from which to work towards positive change.

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"This therapy was innovative at its conception because of its focus on internal as opposed to external locus. One of the most effective elements of this therapy is that it provided a much stronger feeling of control for the patient undergoing Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy because it allows them to believe that they have power over their dysfunction behavior by taking responsibility for the problems. Though the process is often extremely difficult, the concept is simple: If you have a problem, change your thinking about the problem and it will go away."

Sample of Sources Used:

• Ellis, A. (1987). Better, Deeper, and More Enduring Brief Therapy: A Casebook of Brief Intermittent Psychotherapy. New York: Brunner/Mazel Inc.
• Ellis, A. (2002). Overcoming Resistance: A Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy Integrated Approach. New York: Springer Pub. Inc.
• Harper, W. and Ellis, A. (1975). A Guide To Cognitive Therapy.. New York: Springer Pub. Inc.

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