On Becoming A Person: A Therapists View on Psychotherapy, Humanistic Psychology, and the Path to Personal Growth

A landmark book offering a therapists perspective on psychotherapya mustread for anyone interested in clinical psychology or personal growth.Carl Rogers, founder of the humanistic psychology movement, revolutionized psychotherapy and the helping relationship with his concept of clientcentered therapy. His influence has spanned decades, but that influence has become so much a part of mainstream psychology that the ingenious nature of his work has almost been forgotten. New discoveries in the field of psychopharmacology, especially that of the antidepressant Prozac, have spawned a quickfix drug revolution that has obscured the psychotherapeutic relationship. As the pendulum slowly swings back toward an appreciation of the therapeutic encounter and deeper interpersonal relationships, Dr. Rogerss clientcentered therapy becomes particularly timely and important.In these essential essays, Rogers explores: The Fully Functioning Person: A therapists view of the good life, moving beyond simple adjustment toward a fluid, open process of becoming. ClientCentered Therapy: The foundational principles of Rogerss revolutionary approach, shifting the focus from the therapists authority to the clients own capacity for growth. Empathy and Acceptance: Discover why genuine warmth and a deep, empathic understanding are the cornerstones of every effective helping relationship. Personal Growth and SelfActualization: A roadmap for moving away from facades and oughts to discover and trust the positive, forwardmoving nature at the core of your personality.