It would be a good thing to mention to your therapist your concerns about REBT and your doc's recommendation.

Intellectualizing stuff all the time is a defense mechanism, especially in therapy. I hope you try stuff. Maybe REBT will be beneficial, or maybe not. You'll never know what works for you without trying. I hope things go well for you.

When I'm afraid to cry, I'll think my way out of the feelings. For me, therapy would be more benefial if I allowed myself to feel and process the hurt feelings inside of me. I have a lot of hurts that I avoid.