The book is primarily a resource for —from those new to the field to seasoned therapists—offering pithy reminders of REBT’s unique psychoeducational and active-directive nature. It focuses on:
: Authored by Michael E. Bernard, this edition adapts REBT for younger populations and their families. The REBT Therapist’s Pocket Companion
: Reminding therapists to be both didactic and Socratic during the therapeutic process. The book is primarily a resource for —from
: Teaching the critical distinction between unconditional acceptance and resignation or condonation of bad behavior. Key Features : Reminding therapists to be both didactic and
: Helping clients understand how their beliefs, rather than external events, drive their emotional distress.
: Tips on distinguishing between being "rigid" versus "rigorous" and addressing "over-sensitivity" by removing the element of disturbance. Related Editions
: A self-help-focused guide intended for clients to use between sessions to reinforce the concepts they are learning.