History
Originator of theory
Carl Rogers
The basic acceptance and support of a person regardless of what the person says/ does.
Unconditional Positive Regard
"Gardner" Client plants the seed; Therapist water
Client Driven
Children/Chronic Mental Illness
Populations that this theory does not work well with
What grade we all hope to get in this class?
An A
William Millers contribution to person-centered theory
Motivational Interviewing
A communication technique that requires that the listener fully concentrate, understand, respond, and then remember what is being said.
Active Listening
Client's job is to inform the therapist about their personal experiences and be available for feedback. Therapists job is to help client reallocate their attention so that they can make greater use of the richness in their feelings
Consciousness Raising
Works well with
Adults, Couples, Families
1951 book published by Carl Rogers
Client Centered Therapy
Vulnerability, Genuineness and unconditional positive regard are all necessary to build what with the client
Therapeutic Relationship
Original name
Client- Centered
Preserve self-regard and to prevent undue anxiety
Defense Mechanisms