HUMANISTIC COUNSELLING |
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Humanistic Counselling became known over fifty
years ago and has become an extremely effective
approach to counselling. Although behavioural
therapy and psychoanalytic methods were available, a
Humanistic approach offered sufferers another
alternative. This type of counselling focuses on
recognising human capabilities in areas such as
creativity, personal growth and choice. This method
is perceived more as an artistic approach rather
than scientific and is therefore not as well known
as the other two types.
When an individual is choosing a counsellor, it is
extremely important that the client is aware of the
approach the counsellor uses before arranging an
appointment. This is because each method is
different and depends on the person's needs as to
which approach should be taken. The main objectives
of humanistic psychology are to find out how
individuals perceive themselves here and now and to
recognise growth, self-direction and
responsibilities. This method is optimistic and
attempts to help individuals recognise their
strengths by offering a non-judgemental,
understanding experience.
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