Albert Ellis Biography, Age, Weight, Height, Friend, Like, Affairs, Favourite, Birthdate & Other

Albert Ellis was a prominent psychologist who came up with Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy. He is also considered to be one of the creators of the rational revolutionary paradigm shift in analysis and the forerunner developer of cognitive-behavioural therapy. Considered one of the most influential psychotherapists after Carl Rogers, Ellis initiated a new approach to tackle the unknown in the field of psychology.

Although he was disparaged and ostracized by many of his peers, his influence insistently grew manifold. He also opened his own practice and specialized in sex and marriage therapy, thus, founding the Manhattan Institute. He would hold seminars regularly for large, full-house crowds at the institute and is reminisced for his inflammatory yet amusing oratory skills and delivery.

 Throughout his prolific career, he continued to work on the cognitive behavior therapy, proving it to be as effective as prescribed medication for treating people suffering from melancholy, anxiety and other psychological conditions. His hardheaded approach combined with argumentative style, has been hugely instrumental in the evolution of modern psychology. He continued to work till the end of his life, despite numerous health problems.