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This study focuses on understanding the role and detailed treatment process of RBET (rational emotive behavior therapy), a second-generation theory in cognitive behavior therapy, and MBCT (mindfulness-based cognitive therapy), a third-generation theory in cognitive behavior theory. The research method compared and analyzed the two theories and domestic papers related to depression. The result of the study shows that RBET plays a fundamental role in treating depression by philosophically changing and modifying key beliefs that cause depression. The effectiveness of RBET has already been verified in many previous studies. The result of the study also shows that MBCT is used as maintenance therapy in cases where depression has improved. The process of MBCT is as follows: to notice signs of worsening or recurrence of symptoms; to get past negative emotions by focusing on the present; to learn to relate to the senses, emotions, and thoughts arising from within; and to switch to the 'being mode' from cognitive defusion and the 'doing mode'. In summary, RBET is effective as a quick and early treatment technique, and MBCT is effective as a maintenance treatment technique to prevent recurrence once depression has improved. This study is meaningful in maximizing the effectiveness of depression treatment by comparing the differences and commonalities between REBT and MBCT theories and clarifying the cooperative relationship.