Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT) in Monmouth County
REBT helps you understand and reframe irrational beliefs that influence emotions and behaviors. Learn how REBT therapy in Eatontown, NJ can help you build confidence and peace.
Understanding Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT)
Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT) is an evidence-based approach that helps you understand how your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors are connected. Developed by psychologist Albert Ellis, REBT is a form of cognitive behavioral therapy that focuses on identifying irrational beliefs and replacing them with more realistic, balanced ways of thinking. Marie completed certificate training in Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT) at the Albert Ellis Institute in New York City, deepening her expertise in cognitive-behavioral techniques.
At Explore Within in Eatontown, NJ, therapy sessions using REBT provide a supportive space to examine long-standing patterns of self-criticism, guilt, perfectionism, or emotional distress. The goal is not only to reduce symptoms but also to help you build healthier ways of thinking, feeling, and responding to life’s challenges.
How REBT Works
REBT is based on the idea that it is not events themselves that cause emotional distress but how we interpret and respond to them. By identifying unhelpful or rigid beliefs — such as “I must be perfect,” “I can’t handle failure,” or “People must always like me” — you can begin to challenge and replace them with more compassionate, rational thoughts.
In therapy, Marie will guide you through practical techniques to:
Recognize irrational or self-defeating beliefs
Replace them with balanced, flexible perspectives
Build coping skills for challenging emotions
Strengthen emotional resilience and self-acceptance
This process helps you feel more in control of your emotional responses and less defined by negative thoughts or outside circumstances.
What REBT Can Help With
Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy is effective for a wide range of mental health concerns. At Explore Within, REBT is often used to support individuals struggling with:
Perfectionism and self-criticism
Guilt, shame, or regret
Anger and frustration
Relationship or communication challenges
Fear of failure or rejection
Many clients find that REBT helps them feel more grounded and confident as they learn to respond to life with flexibility rather than self-judgment.
REBT vs. CBT
REBT and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) share many similarities, but REBT places a stronger focus on uncovering deeply rooted irrational beliefs that drive emotional distress. While CBT may target specific thought patterns in the moment, REBT encourages exploring the larger belief systems that influence how you interpret and respond to the world.
Marie often integrates both CBT and REBT techniques depending on your goals, offering a personalized blend of structure, reflection, and practical skill-building.
What to Expect in REBT Sessions
Your REBT sessions will focus on self-awareness, reflection, and actionable steps for change. Together, you and Marie will explore the connection between your beliefs, emotions, and behaviors while practicing tools that you can apply in daily life.
You might work on:
Journaling or writing exercises to identify recurring thought patterns
Reframing techniques to challenge negative beliefs
Mindfulness and grounding strategies for managing emotions
Role-play or visualization to practice healthier responses
Sessions are collaborative and paced at your comfort level. Therapy is not about being perfect; it’s about learning to relate to yourself with more compassion and curiosity.
FAQs About CBT Therapy
It’s normal to have questions when exploring a new therapy style. Here are a few things to know about Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT) and how it may support your goals at Explore Within in Eatontown, NJ.
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REBT is more structured and solution-focused than traditional talk therapy. It provides concrete tools and strategies to recognize and change unhelpful thought patterns, helping you make lasting emotional and behavioral changes.
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Adults who tend to be self-critical, anxious, or perfectionistic often benefit from REBT. It is especially effective for people who want practical techniques to manage emotions and build confidence.
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Marie does not accept insurance directly, but she can provide documentation for out-of-network benefits if your plan offers them. Many clients in Monmouth County are able to receive partial reimbursement this way.
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Marie provides therapy for adults in Eatontown, Monmouth County, and throughout New Jersey, including nearby areas such as Red Bank, Ocean Township, Asbury Park, Long Branch, Tinton Falls, Neptune, Middletown, Rumson, Shrewsbury, and Fair Haven.
Begin REBT Therapy in Eatontown or Online Across New Jersey
If you’re ready to explore how your thoughts and beliefs shape your emotions and behaviors, Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy can help you build insight, compassion, and meaningful change.
Marie offers both in-person and virtual REBT sessions, providing a warm, nonjudgmental space to learn and grow.
Address: 27 Main Street Eatontown, NJ 07724