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What Is Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT)?

This information handout describes the key principles of rational emotive behavior therapy (REBT).

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What Is Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT)?

Rational emotive behavior therapy (REBT) is a type of talking therapy. This tool explains what REBT is and what it involves.

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Rational emotive behavior therapy (REBT) is a leading approach within the cognitive-behavioral tradition of psychotherapy. Central to REBT is the idea that attitudes influence our emotional responses and behavior, and vice versa. In addition, REBT proposes that behavior can maintain and exacerbate psychological problems. This What Is Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT)? information handout is designed to introduce clients to REBT. It provides an overview of key concepts and therapeutic tasks.

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