Deliberate Practice in Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy

Deliberate practice exercises in REBT allow trainees to build competence in essential skills and develop their personal therapeutic style, with role-playing scenarios and supervisor guidance. The first 12 exercises focus on single skills, while two comprehensive exercises integrate them into a single REBT session. Step-by-step instructions and guidelines are provided to maximize training effectiveness.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 241 pages
Publication date: 09 May 2023
Publisher: American Psychological Association

Deliberate practice exercises are an invaluable tool for trainees and students in the field of essential rational emotive behavior therapy (REBT). These exercises offer a unique opportunity to build competence in REBT skills while also developing their own personal therapeutic style. The exercises involve role-playing scenarios in which two trainees assume the roles of a client and a clinician, switching back and forth under the supervision of a trained supervisor.

The clinician improvises appropriate and authentic responses to client statements, organized into three difficulty levels: beginner, intermediate, and advanced. These responses reflect common client questions and concerns, ensuring that trainees are exposed to a wide range of scenarios.

Each of the first 12 exercises focuses on a single REBT skill, such as psychoeducation, assessing and disputing irrational beliefs, helping clients differentiate between maladaptive and adaptive behaviors and emotions, teaching the ABC model, and developing homework assignments. These skills are essential building blocks for effective REBT therapy, and trainees are guided through step-by-step instructions to master each skill.

Two comprehensive exercises follow, where trainees integrate these essential skills into a single REBT session. These exercises provide a practical application of the skills learned and allow trainees to apply their knowledge in a real-world setting.

To enhance the learning experience, step-by-step instructions are provided to guide participants through the exercises. Criteria for mastering each skill are identified, and guidance is given on how to monitor and adjust the difficulty level to suit the needs of trainees. Additionally, guidelines are provided to help trainers and trainees maximize the benefits of training.

By engaging in deliberate practice exercises, trainees and students can develop the skills, knowledge, and confidence necessary to become effective REBT therapists. These exercises not only enhance therapeutic outcomes but also promote personal growth and self-awareness.

Dimension: 279 x 216 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781433838354