“Unless man can make new and original adaptations to his environment as rapidly as his science can change the environment, our culture will perish.”
Quote by Carl Rogers
Work
On becoming a person: a therapist's view of psychotherapy
This book outlines the philosophical and psychological framework developed by Rogers for what became known as person-centered therapy. The work explores the conditions he considered essential for therapeutic change, including empathy, unconditional positive regard, and genuineness from the therapist. Rogers reflects on the nature of the self and the process through which individuals can develop greater authenticity and personal fulfillment. The text draws on his clinical experience and offers insights into the therapeutic process from the perspective of someone who fundamentally changed how psychotherapy is practiced and understood. more
Author
Carl Rogers
Carl Rogers, born on January 8, 1902 and died on February 4, 1987, was an influential American psychologist and one of the founders of humanistic psychology. He is best known for his client-centered approach to therapy, emphasizing the importance of self-actualization for individuals. Rogers' theories and methods have had a profound impact on modern psychology. more
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