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.
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.