Week 8 Flashcards
What percentage of therapists identify themselves with Humanistic Theory?
6%
How did the humanistic approach come about?
In response to the psychoanalytic approach
What are the 3 types of humanistic therapy?
Client-centred, existential & Gestalt
According to the client-centred approach, what 3 qualities should a therapist have?
congruence, unconditional positive regard, & empathy
What is the difference between non-directive & client-centred approaches?
The use of empathy vs. accurate empathy
What are the characteristics of the existential approach?
Focus on universal challenges, therapist more likely to interpret & challenge client
According to the existential approach, what are the universal challenges?
Death, isolation, meaninglessness & freedom
Who are the representatives of the Gestalt approach?
Fritz & Laura Perls
What are the characteristics of the Gestalt approach?
Focus on the present behavioural & emotional experiences. Emotional rather than intellectual processing
What techniques are used in the Gestalt approach?
The empty chair, use of language, exaggeration
What are the contributions of Humanistic Theory?
- Individual choice & responsibility
- Flexible framework
- Continues to influence contemporary theories
What are the critiques of Humanistic Theory?
- Too subjective
- Not verifiable
- Not ‘true’ science
