ABSTRACT
During the senior author’s 20 years of being a psychologist in private practice, he can count on one hand how many fellow psychologists conduct research in their practices. These notable few are almost all colleagues he has met throughmembership in the Association for Advancement of Behavior Therapy (AABT). Behavioral, cognitive and cognitive-behavior therapists (CBT) all are committed to the value of using research findings on what the most effective treatments are for specific clients problems. As noted elsewhere in this volume, empirically supported treatments (ESTs) are being designated and strongly recommended by cognitive-behaviorally oriented professionals, as well as by some professionals of eclectic and other theoretical orientations.
