What will you learn

Skills and knowledge you will gain after completing this course:

  • Understand the core theory and philosophy of Rational Emotive Behaviour Therapy (REBT), including the contributions of Albert Ellis, its founder.

  • Differentiate between rational and irrational beliefs and identify the four types of irrational beliefs: demanding, awfulizing, low frustration tolerance, and depreciation beliefs.

  • Apply the REBT ABCDE Model (Activating Event, Belief, Consequences, Disputes, Effect) as a foundational framework for therapeutic sessions.

  • Recognise the link between irrational beliefs, emotional responses, and behaviours in stressful situations.

  • Utilise REBT methods to address irrational thinking patterns associated with depression, anxiety, anger, and panic.

  • Develop strategies for effective goal setting in a therapeutic context, ensuring goals are identified based on irrational beliefs, are attainable, realistic, specific, and positive.

  • Break down overwhelming or long-term goals into smaller, manageable sub-goals. Identify potential obstacles to goal attainment and develop flexible alternative plans.

  • Implement stress management techniques informed by REBT, focusing on challenging irrational self-talk that perpetuates stress. Understand the impact of depression on the mind and body, and how REBT can be used for treatment and prevention of recurrence.

Course curriculum

    1. About the Instructor

    2. About the Course

    1. Albert Ellis & REBT

    2. Philosophy & Theory of REBT

    3. Theoretical principles of CBT (post-REBT)

    4. The original ABC model

    5. The expanded ABCDE model

    1. Adaptive (healthy) and maladaptive (unhealthy) emotions

    2. What is ‘rational’ belief (examples)?

    3. What is ‘irrational’ belief (examples)?

    4. The 3 basic ‘musts’

    5. Demandingness

    6. Awfulizing

    7. Low (& High) Frustration Tolerance

    1. REBT for depression

    2. REBT for anxiety

    3. REBT for Substance Abuse

    4. REBT for Stress-Related Conditions

    5. REBT in Individual Therapy / Counselling

    6. REBT in couple therapy / counselling

    1. Establishing therapeutic relationship

    2. Qualities of good REBT therapist

    3. Identifying treatment goals

    4. Problems with Achieving Goals

    5. How to Think like REBT Specialist

    6. How to Structure Sessions with Your Client

    7. When and How to Conclude Therapy?

    8. Thank You and Good Bye!

    1. Exam of Rational Emotive Behaviour Therapy (REBT)

About this course

  • £45.99
  • 29 lessons
  • 3.5 hours of video content

You'll learn from

A UK Research Psychologist and international expert in Psychology & Counselling Elmira Strange

Learn from Elmira Strange, MPhil, a seasoned Motivational Psychologist and Certified Life Coach. With a rich background in Research Psychology and lecturing at UK universities, Elmira brings deep expertise in psychology and counselling. Her unique journey, spanning Kazakhstan, Russia, and the UK, coupled with a life-altering experience, fuels her passion for sharing knowledge and empowering others. Her research on stress in families of disabled children highlights her commitment to practical application. As a dedicated online entrepreneur since 2006, she excels blending academic rigour with accessible teaching, ensuring you gain valuable, real-world insights. Elmira's ability to simplify complex psychological concepts makes her an ideal guide for your occupational therapy learning journey.

Did you know ?

Albert Ellis, the pioneering mind behind REBT, was ranked as the second most influential psychotherapist in history by a 1982 survey of US and Canadian psychologists, even above Sigmund Freud!

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Course FAQ

Your REBT Mastery course related questioins answered.

  • What exactly is Rational Emotive Behaviour Therapy (REBT) and how can it help people?

    REBT is a powerful, action-oriented psychotherapy that helps individuals identify and challenge irrational beliefs that lead to emotional distress and unhelpful behaviours. By learning to dispute these beliefs through the REBT ABCDE model, clients can develop more rational thinking, leading to healthier emotions and more adaptive behaviours. It's about changing your perspective to change your life.

  • Is this course suitable for someone new to psychotherapy or mental health?

    Yes, absolutely! This course is designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of REBT from its foundational theories to practical application. You'll learn step-by-step how to identify irrational beliefs, apply the ABCDE model, and set effective goals, making it suitable for both beginners and those with some prior knowledge in related fields.

  • How does REBT differ from other therapies like CBT?

    REBT is actually one of the earliest forms of cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), developed by Albert Ellis in the 1950s, before Aaron Beck developed Cognitive Therapy in the 1960s, which together formed CBT. While both focus on the link between thoughts, feelings, and behaviours, REBT places a strong emphasis on philosophical underpinnings and directly challenges "irrational" or "demanding" beliefs to foster unconditional self-acceptance and frustration tolerance.

  • Can REBT really help with common issues like stress, anxiety, and depression?

    Yes, REBT methods are highly effective in addressing depression, anxiety, anger, panic, and an inappropriately low tolerance for frustration. By addressing the irrational thinking that often perpetuates these conditions, REBT can help individuals manage stress more effectively, improve their mood, enhance sleep patterns, and gain a greater sense of well-being and self-control. It teaches you practical techniques to improve thinking patterns and cope better with life's challenges.

  • What are "irrational beliefs" and why are they so important in REBT?

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