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This paper presents the REBT Competency Scale which can be used in the evaluation of adherence to an REBT treatment model in clinical and research applications. The scale has been developed to map closely onto the REBT treatment protocol developed by Dryden et al. (A primer on rational emotive behaviour therapy, Research Press, Champaign, 2003). Based on this treatment protocol 21 core steps (tasks) were identified for effective REBT practice. Each step is operationally defined, the rater is reminded of how the step relates to REBT theory and practice and scoring criteria are established that enable a rating of the therapists performance of the task. The potential uses for and application of the scale in clinical and research settings are considered.
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Dryden, W., Beal, D., Jones, J. et al. The REBT Competency Scale for Clinical and Research Applications. J Rat-Emo Cognitive-Behav Ther 28, 165–216 (2010). https://doi.org/10.1007/s10942-010-0111-3
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