On Becoming A Person: A Therapist's View of Psychotherapy
Nov 2012 · Sold by HarperCollins
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A landmark book offering a therapist’s perspective on psychotherapy—a must-read for anyone interested in clinical psychology or personal growth.
Carl Rogers, founder of the humanistic psychology movement, revolutionized psychotherapy and the helping relationship with his concept of "client-centered therapy." His influence has spanned decades, but that influence has become so much a part of mainstream psychology that the ingenious nature of his work has almost been forgotten. New discoveries in the field of psychopharmacology, especially that of the antidepressant Prozac, have spawned a quick-fix drug revolution that has obscured the psychotherapeutic relationship. As the pendulum slowly swings back toward an appreciation of the therapeutic encounter and deeper interpersonal relationships, Dr. Rogers’s "client-centered therapy" becomes particularly timely and important.
Carl Rogers, founder of the humanistic psychology movement, revolutionized psychotherapy and the helping relationship with his concept of "client-centered therapy." His influence has spanned decades, but that influence has become so much a part of mainstream psychology that the ingenious nature of his work has almost been forgotten. New discoveries in the field of psychopharmacology, especially that of the antidepressant Prozac, have spawned a quick-fix drug revolution that has obscured the psychotherapeutic relationship. As the pendulum slowly swings back toward an appreciation of the therapeutic encounter and deeper interpersonal relationships, Dr. Rogers’s "client-centered therapy" becomes particularly timely and important.
In these essential essays, Rogers explores:
- The Fully Functioning Person: A therapist’s view of the good life, moving beyond simple adjustment toward a fluid, open process of becoming.
- Client-Centered Therapy: The foundational principles of Rogers’s revolutionary approach, shifting the focus from the therapist’s authority to the client’s own capacity for growth.
- Empathy and Acceptance: Discover why genuine warmth and a deep, empathic understanding are the cornerstones of every effective helping relationship.
- Personal Growth and Self-Actualization: A roadmap for moving away from facades and “oughts” to discover and trust the positive, forward-moving nature at the core of your personality.
A landmark book offering a therapist’s perspective on psychotherapy—a must-read for anyone interested in clinical psychology or personal growth.
Carl Rogers, founder of the humanistic psychology movement, revolutionized psychotherapy and the helping relationship with his concept of "client-cente...
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9 reviews
Emanuele Santanche
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June 7, 2019
They need to be given a chance and they will flourish. If they are reduced to robots by means of control they will lose their humanity and destroy themselves and everything.
Loch Nessie9
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December 19, 2015
An amazing look into the mental capacity and thought process of Rogers. I thoroughly enjoyed it!
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Robin Casto
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April 9, 2024
Good read.
About the author
CARL ROGERS (1902-1987) was one of the most influential psychologists in American history, and the founder of the humanistic psychology movement. He received many honors, including the first Distinguished Professsional Contributor Award and the Distinguished Scientific Contribution Award of the American Psychological Association.
CARL ROGERS (1902-1987) was one of the most influential psychologists in American history, and the founder of the humanistic psychology movement. He received many honors, including the first Distinguished Professsional Contributor Award and the Distinguished Scientific Contribution Award of the A...
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