In high school, Jonathan had many friends. However, since starting college Jonathan has struggled to make new friends. Over a school break, Jonathan confided in his cousin Kelsey that he thinks he cannot make friends because no one likes him or wants to be friends with him. Kelsey pointed out that Jonathan had many friends before starting college and that he is well-liked in their home community. Kelsey suggested that it takes time to make friends and that Jonathan has not been in college very long. In pointing out evidence that does not support Jonathan's illogical thoughts, Kelsey is demonstrating the REBT step called the:

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Kelsey is disputing Jonathan's irrational belief by presenting evidence that contradicts his negative thoughts, which is a key step in Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT). This process involves challenging and changing irrational beliefs.

In High School, Jonathan Had Many Friends