Professional Training Programs
The Hellenic Institute of Rational-Emotive & Cognitive-Behavior Therapy (RECBT) offers a four-year professional training program for adults, which includes:
- Basic & Advanced Certification Training Program
- Supervision Certification Program
All programs are certified by the Albert Ellis Institute (USA) and are intended for mental health professionals and related fields.
Trainers & Supervisors
- Chrysoula Kostogiannis, Ph.D.
Certified Rational Emotive & Cognitive-Behavioral Psychotherapist (RECBT),
Psychotherapist, Rational Emotive & Cognitive-Behavioral Psychotherapy (RECBT) Supervisor, Ellis Scholar - Anna-Maria Plessa, D.Psych.
Certified Rational Emotive & Cognitive-Behavioral Psychotherapist (RECBT),
Coordinator of Counseling & Educational Programs
Professional Training Program
These programs aim to train and supervise professionals to provide evidence-based psychotherapy to adults. RECBT, founded by Dr. Albert Ellis (1955), is the foundation of Cognitive-Behavioral Psychotherapy and has been shown to be effective across a wide range of psychological difficulties.
The Institute is the exclusive certified partner of the Albert Ellis Institute in New York, which is recognized by the American Psychological Association and other regulatory bodies in the USA for lifelong education.
Certification Training Programs
Basic & Advanced Certification Program (Two Years)
The first two years of training offer theoretical and practical preparation in the application of RECBT with adults.
Structure:
- Duration: 280 hours annually (theory, practice, research, individual study, personal psychotherapy)
- Period: October – June
- Cost: €1,700 per year or €170 per month
- Requirements: 90% attendance, successful exams, research work, case studies
Upon completing the Basic and Advanced Training, participants may apply to the Supervision Program.
Supervision Certification Program
The two-year Supervision Program provides intensive clinical experience under the guidance of certified supervisors. It includes individual and group sessions, clinical case supervision, and participation in research workshops.
Structure:
- Total hours: 740 (clinical work, supervision, research, case studies)
- Entry requirement: successful completion of the Advanced Program and enrollment in a relevant postgraduate course
Upon completing all training cycles, graduates are awarded the Full RECBT Certification Diploma and may pursue accreditation as a Fully Certified RECBT Therapist by the Hellenic Institute and the Albert Ellis Institute.
Training Topics
Participants receive training in:
- Theory and application of RECBT in emotional and behavioral disorders
- Techniques for disputing irrational or unhelpful beliefs
- Application of RECBT in anxiety, depression, anger, guilt, grief, jealousy, eating and anxiety disorders
- Developing therapeutic alliance
- Designing therapeutic interventions
The training meets the standards of the Primary & Advanced Certificate Practicum in RECBT from the Albert Ellis Institute.
Additional Programs & Workshops
Training in Psychometric Assessment Tools
(e.g. MMPI-2, WAIS-IV, ABS-2)
Specialized Training in Addictions
SMART Recovery, behavioral addictions, eating disorders
Experiential Mental Health Workshops
For professionals within the RECBT community
Required Reading: Advanced Certification Training in RECBT with Adults
- Bernard, M.E. & Dryden, W. (Eds.). (2019). Advances in Rational-Emotive & Cognitive-Behavior Therapy (RECBT): Theory, Practice, Research, Measurement, Prevention and Promotion.
- Dryden, W. (2009). Understanding Emotional Problems: The RECBT Perspective.
- Dryden, W. (2001). Reason to Change: A Rational Emotive Behaviour Therapy Workbook.
- Dryden, W. & Bernard, M.E. (Eds.). (2019). RECBT with Diverse Client Problems and Populations.
- Ellis, A. & Tafrate, R. (1997). How to Control Your Anger Before It Controls You. Citadel Press.
- Ellis, A. (2002). Overcoming Resistance: A REBT Integrated Approach. 2nd Ed. Springer.
- Ellis, A. (2005). The Myth of Self Esteem. Prometheus Books.
- Vernon, A. (2012). Cognitive and REBT with Couples: Theory and Practice.
Books can be purchased from the Albert Ellis Institute Bookstore: www.albertellis.org/products
Contact
For more information and the full program:
+30 210 61 28 950 (Monday–Friday, 14:00–20:00)
Website: recbt.gr