Carl Rogers

Definition

An influential American psychologist who developed client-centered therapy (also known as Rogerian therapy) which emphasizes unconditional positive regard and self-acceptance.

Related terms

Client-Centered Therapy: A counseling approach that requires the client to take an active role in their treatment with the therapist being non-directive and supportive.

Empathy: The ability to understand another person's feelings from their point of view.

Congruence: In psychology, this refers to consistency between one’s ideal self (who they want to be) and their actual behavior.