Main description:

Originated by Dr Albert Ellis, a prominent twentieth-century psychologist, Rational Emotive Behaviour Therapy (REBT) is a significant cognitive-behavioural approach to counselling and psychotherapy. Rational Emotive Behaviour Therapy Integrated provides a comprehensive view of REBT, and presents a vivid account of Dr Ellis' life and his contributions to the development of REBT. It covers REBT's historical development, ABC (activating events, belief system and consequences) framework, theoretical and philosophical foundations, relationship with various religions, atheism and morality, therapeutic process and techniques, and practical applications.

The book includes multiple cases of psychological disturbance, representing different categories of irrational belief. Various principles such as unconditional self-acceptance, unconditional other acceptance, and unconditional life acceptance are explained through these cases to help the reader attain a firm understanding of psychological disturbance and possible remedies. It is a comprehensive reference for all major past and recent contributions to REBT theory and research.

Contents:

Preface
Acknowledgements
The Flag of Rebellion Hoisted
Life and Development
Historical Development of REBT
Overview of REBT Theory
Critical Analysis of Psychological Disturbance
Irrational Beliefs: Nature and Review
REBT: Philosophy of Life
Therapeutic Process of REBT
Therapeutic Techniques of REBT
Applications of REBT
Appendices
Index