Client Centered

Question 1

Theory of change

Client Centered

Answer 1

Creating conditions for client to grow through therputic relationship.

Non-directive

Question 2

Congruence

Client Centered

Answer 2

Therapist’s genuineness with client. Therapist shares their feelings honestly, does not hide behind a professional facade, is transparent with feelings, thoughts, and beliefs.

Question 3

Unconditional Positive Regard:

Client Centered

Answer 3

Complete acceptance and nonjudgmental respect of clients and their feelings allows clients to feel less anxious about their perceived weaknesses and take risks.

Question 4

Empathy

Client Centered

Answer 4

Therapist accurately senses the feelings and personal meanings the client is experiencing and is able to communicate this understanding to the client.

Question 5

Self-Actualization

Client Centered

Answer 5

Innate tendency of all human beings to reach their fullest potential.

Question 6

Locus of Control

Client Centered

Answer 6

Through the therapeutic relationship, clients are able to take control of
their lives rather than follow the direction of others who were previously in control.

Question 7

Non-Directive Therapy

Client Centered

Answer 7

Clients are allowed to lead the discussion.

Question 8

Treatment Goals

Client Centered

Answer 8

Self-acceptance
● Congruence between client’s idealized and actual selves
● Increased self-understanding
● Decreased levels of defensiveness, insecurity, and guilt
● More positive relationships and increased comfort with others
● Increased ability to experience and express feelings in the here and now