Humanistic Therapies

Definition

Humanistic therapies are psychological treatment approaches that focus on the individual's unique experience and emphasize personal growth, self-actualization, and the inherent worth of each person. They aim to help individuals develop a deeper understanding of themselves and their potential.

Related terms

Client-Centered Therapy: This therapy approach, developed by Carl Rogers, focuses on creating a supportive and accepting therapeutic environment where clients can explore their thoughts and feelings without judgment.

Self-Actualization: The process of fulfilling one's potential and becoming the best version of oneself.

Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs: A theory proposed by Abraham Maslow that suggests humans have a hierarchy of needs ranging from basic physiological needs (like food and shelter) to higher-order needs related to self-esteem and self-actualization.