Person-Centered Therapy and Humanistic Psychology

Vocabulary flashcards covering key concepts in person-centered therapy and humanistic psychology.

Person-Centered Therapy

A branch of humanistic psychology developed by Carl Rogers that emphasizes the client's capacity for self-awareness and personal growth.

Carl Rogers

Founder of person-centered therapy, known for revolutionizing counseling theory and practice.

Natalie Rogers

Key figure in person-centered therapy who expanded the original theory into expressive arts therapy.

Self-Actualization

The realization of one's potential and capabilities, a central theme in humanistic psychology.

Congruence

The therapist's genuineness or realness in therapy, a condition believed to promote growth.

Unconditional Positive Regard

The therapist's acceptance and caring for the client without conditions or judgment.

Accurate Empathic Understanding

The therapist's ability to deeply grasp the client's subjective experience and feelings.

Therapeutic Relationship

The quality of the relationship between therapist and client, crucial for therapeutic change according to Rogers.

Hierarchy of Needs

Maslow's theory outlining a progression of human needs culminating in self-actualization.

Expressive Arts Therapy

An expansion of person-centered therapy using the arts as a medium for self-discovery and healing.