REBT at Lifeskills
At Lifeskills, rational emotive behavior therapy (REBT) is a cornerstone of our evidence-based approach to mental health treatment. Unlike other cognitive therapies, REBT targets the core irrational beliefs that drive emotional distress and maladaptive behaviors, providing individuals with a structured, action-oriented path to recovery.
Our clinicians — trained through the Albert Ellis Institute in New York City — apply REBT to challenge and replace harmful thought patterns with adaptive, reality-based beliefs. Through individual and group therapy, clients learn to disrupt self-defeating cycles, build emotional resilience, and develop practical skills that support long-term recovery from conditions like anxiety, depression, personality disorders, and substance use disorders.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is REBT?
REBT is a type of cognitive behavioral therapy that identifies and challenges irrational beliefs driving emotional distress and maladaptive behaviors. Developed by Dr. Albert Ellis, REBT empowers individuals to reframe negative thought patterns, fostering resilience, emotional regulation, and long-term well-being. By addressing self-defeating beliefs and promoting rational, constructive thinking, REBT is highly effective in treating anxiety disorders, depressive disorders, addiction, and other mental health conditions. Rooted in the connection between thoughts, emotions, and behaviors, REBT equips individuals with the tools to cultivate healthier perspectives, break destructive cycles, and achieve sustainable recovery.
How does REBT support recovery?
REBT is a powerful tool in recovery, equipping individuals with the cognitive and emotional skills necessary for lasting change. By identifying and challenging irrational beliefs contributing to distress, REBT helps individuals develop healthier, more constructive ways of thinking and behaving.
In addiction and mental health treatment, REBT fosters self-awareness, emotional regulation, and resilience — key factors in preventing relapse and sustaining progress. It encourages personal responsibility, empowering individuals to shift their perspectives, break free from self-defeating patterns, and adopt adaptive coping strategies. Through this process, REBT promotes long-term recovery and improved overall well-being.
What We Treat
For over 35 years, Lifeskills has led the way in personalized, expert-level treatment for mental health and substance use disorders. Our evidence-based programs and clinical pathways are tailored to each client’s needs, helping them regain self-esteem and seamlessly transition back into their families, careers, and lives with the highest level of support and care.
