CBT and RBT simillarities
CBT and REBT share some similarities, they both rely in reality testing, and it is described as a highly organized process in the therapy process. Both approaches perceive human nature as series of past experiences shaping the level those clients may misconstrue versions of reality (Corey, 2013, p.305). The main goal for both approaches is centered in therapeutic change for the client as a result of the therapist interaction.
REBT describes the therapist approach as an educational process. The therapist functions in many ways like a teacher, especially in collaborating with a client on homework assignments and in teaching strategies for straight thinking; and the client is a learner who practices these new skills in everyday life (Corey, 2013, p.292). CBT describes the therapist approach as a supportive and encouraging role in therapy. The therapist will ask clients to gather and weight the evidence in support of their beliefs, therapists help clients bring about enduring changes in their mood and their behaviors (Corey, 2013, p.293). There are also differences in how Ellis and Beck view faulty thinking due how the therapists approach therapy, and how they describe the therapeutic process. Through a process of rational disputation, Ellis works to persuade clients that certain of their beliefs are irrational and nonfunctional. Beck views his clients’ beliefs as being more inaccurate than irrational and asks his clients to conduct behavioral experiments to test the accuracy of their beliefs (Corey, 2013, p.305).
Resource:
Corey, G. (2013). Theory and practice of counseling and psychotherapy. (9 ed.). Belmont, CA: Brooks/Cole CENGAGAE Learning.
REBT describes the therapist approach as an educational process. The therapist functions in many ways like a teacher, especially in collaborating with a client on homework assignments and in teaching strategies for straight thinking; and the client is a learner who practices these new skills in everyday life (Corey, 2013, p.292). CBT describes the therapist approach as a supportive and encouraging role in therapy. The therapist will ask clients to gather and weight the evidence in support of their beliefs, therapists help clients bring about enduring changes in their mood and their behaviors (Corey, 2013, p.293). There are also differences in how Ellis and Beck view faulty thinking due how the therapists approach therapy, and how they describe the therapeutic process. Through a process of rational disputation, Ellis works to persuade clients that certain of their beliefs are irrational and nonfunctional. Beck views his clients’ beliefs as being more inaccurate than irrational and asks his clients to conduct behavioral experiments to test the accuracy of their beliefs (Corey, 2013, p.305).
Resource:
Corey, G. (2013). Theory and practice of counseling and psychotherapy. (9 ed.). Belmont, CA: Brooks/Cole CENGAGAE Learning.