Rational-emotive Therapie
Ellis believes that behavior is not primarily controlled by external conditions, but rather by the subjective view, its interpretation and evaluation. The ABC analysis has proven itself to determine the automatic thoughts, evaluations and feelings that are triggered in a situation. The client then checks in discussions with the therapist to what extent other evaluation options are possible. Finally, this situation is evaluated again emotionally and a different behavior may be tried out, which the client and the therapist hope will lead to a better mood.
A = activating event = event, situationB = belief system= opinion, thoughts, attitude, emotions, ratingsC = consequences= behavioral consequences
With the help of this model you can try to classify and understand your own problem better. Suffering from a problem occurs at level C. It is a distressing emotion such as anger, fear or resignation. In addition, a physical reaction such as pain, tremors, tachycardia can occur. In addition, certain behaviors can also be perceived as a problem. This is often a matter of so-called avoidance behavior – an attempt is made to avoid the situation that supposedly causes negative feelings. Ultimately, it is always the thoughts at point B, or the evaluations, that convey this reaction.
Rational emotive psychotherapy is a special form of behavioral therapy, especially for relationship problems, depression, problems with being overwhelmed, fears, panic disorders and panic attacks.
