Professor Dryden is a therapist, trainer, academic and author who has published more than 240 books. In many ways, Windy could be described as a pioneer in the field. He was one of the first in the UK to be trained in CBT, having learned directly from Albert Ellis and Aaron Beck, and has since trained therapists all over the world in the approach. He is best known for his work in Rational Emotive Behaviour Therapy (REBT), which will be the focus of today’s conversation where we discuss:

— Windy's "general-specific" philosophy of psychotherapy

— The foundational principles of REBT and its benefits compared to other approaches

— The A B C's of REBT, and how understanding this simple concept can enhance emotional intelligence

— How Windy helps clients drop rigid attitudes and develop a more flexible and compassionate relationship with themselves.

And more.

You can learn more about Professor Dryden’s work by going to www.windydryden.com.

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Windy Dryden is one of the leading practitioners and trainers in the UK in the Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) tradition of psychotherapy. He is best known for his work in Rational-Emotive Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (RECBT), a leading CBT approach. He has been working in the field of counselling and psychotherapy since 1975 and was one of the first people in Britain to be trained in CBT. He is Emeritus Professor of Psychotherapeutic Studies at Goldsmiths University of London.

Interview Links:

— Windy’s website: https://www.windydryden.com

— Windy’s books: https://www.windydryden.com/books

3 Books Professor Dryden Recommends Every Therapist Should Read:

— Reason And Emotion In Psychotherapy - Dr Albert Ellis- https://amzn.to/3A2qecq

— Embodied Theories - Ernesto Spinelli and Sue Marshall- https://amzn.to/3pl0QcE

— Single Session Therapy - Moshe Talmon- https://amzn.to/3QqS48X