At Sunset Recovery, we know that real, lasting change starts with reshaping how we think. That’s why Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT) plays a key role in our treatment approach for men. REBT is a powerful form of cognitive-behavioral therapy that helps men identify irrational beliefs, challenge harmful thought patterns, and adopt healthier ways of thinking and living.
Whether you’re just beginning your recovery or continuing your stay with us, REBT equips you with the tools to face life’s challenges with clarity, emotional strength, and purpose. Learn more about our addiction treatment programs by calling 561.827.7401 or contacting Sunset House online.
How Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy Helps Men in Recovery
Men often face unique social and emotional pressures—from expectations around masculinity to the weight of family and professional responsibilities. REBT gives men practical tools to navigate these pressures without resorting to substances.
- Dispute irrational beliefs that lead to guilt, anger, or hopelessness
- Manage emotional triggers with greater control and awareness
- Respond to challenges with confidence rather than avoidance
- Cultivate self-acceptance and reduce internalized shame or judgment
- Prevent relapse by building a more resilient and realistic mindset
Our Men's Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT) Program
We believe that the Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT) approach offers a practical and experience-driven method of personal development and positive change. When coupled with evidence-based clinical therapies in group and individual settings, men come to know lasting recovery.
Some of the evidence-based therapies we employ include:
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) – A structured, goal-oriented form of psychotherapy that helps individuals identify and change negative thought patterns and behaviors to improve emotional well-being.
- Motivational Interviewing (MI) – A collaborative, person-centered counseling approach that helps individuals explore and resolve ambivalence to strengthen their motivation for change.
- Trauma-Informed Care – An approach that recognizes the widespread impact of trauma and emphasizes safety, trust, and empowerment to support healing and avoid re-traumatization.
- 12-Step Integration – A therapeutic approach that incorporates the principles and practices of 12-step programs to support recovery through accountability, peer support, and spiritual growth.
Fostering Community in Our Florida Treatment Center
Our campus includes several shared housing units where men learn to live together, cook together, and clean together. Included in our expectations of our clients is that they treat their living quarters with care and respect, keeping them clean and supportive of recovery. We have onsite laundry facilities and a shared food pantry stocked with staples that augment what the men purchase for themselves.
Though fellowship isn’t a requirement of life at Sunset House, it’s practically unavoidable. Our men routinely prepare and enjoy their meals together. While their individual and group therapy sessions are teaching men vital recovery skills, these occasions of fellowship provide them with opportunities to practice what they’ve learned, including honesty, accountability, integrity, and empathy. Not to mention, the men are forging relationships and friendships that could last a lifetime.
Lasting Recovery Starts at Sunset House in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida
At Sunset House, we strive to create an environment of understanding and support for our clients in recovery. We pair evidence-based treatment methods with our Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT) program to create a comprehensive program that promotes long-term sobriety.
Learn more about our Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT) program by contacting Sunset House online or by calling 561.827.7401 today.
