Behavior Quote by Albert Ellis
“I started to call myself a rational therapist in 1955; later I used the term rational emotive. Now I call myself a rational emotive behavior therapist.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Reason and Emotion in Psychotherapy, Albert Ellis, 1962
He describes the evolution of his therapeutic approach, emphasizing rational analysis of emotions and behavior.
In simple terms: He refined his therapy name over time.
Adopt rational analysis of thoughts and actions.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- counseling sessions
- selfreflection
- stress management
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does labeling a method affect its practice?
- What benefits arise from rationally examining emotions?
Names alone don’t guarantee effectiveness; skillful application matters.