Humanistic Therapy

Once complicated feminine experience came to light, terms like ‘objective’ began to define what experience was real & good. Well-being was about some kind of transcendence only available to those who already had safety & freedom. Too many folx have neither. They reach their potential here in the muck of daily life & would flourish in the absence of oppression. My humanistic lens finds the truth of subjective experience for Whole-people-in-context that are unique, inherently good, & autonomous.

Humanistic therapy emphasizes the importance of being your true self in order to lead the most fulfilling life. It’s based on the principle that everyone has their own unique way of looking at and relating to the world. This view can impact your choices and actions. Humanistic therapy also involves a core belief that people are good at heart and capable of making the right choices for themselves. If you don’t hold yourself in high regard, it’s harder to develop your full potential.

Humanistic therapy is at the core of my practice. This entails safety, unconditional positive regard, and simply being empathic with my clients. This centered therapy allows me to connect with my clients on a human level and encourages vulnerability and openness.

We are all connected through our shared experience of being human. Getting to know ourselves is one of the most empowering and healing things we can do. I fully believe that being seen, heard, and witnessed nonjudgmentally by another human is one of the most healing experiences we can have.

My primary modality in therapy is Client Centered / Humanistic which highly values the relationship we will create together. My goal is to provide a therapeutic experience where I am curious, seeking a deep understanding of who you are, to meet you without any judgment, and to always see you as the expert of your own experience.

A foundation of humanistic therapy is recognizing the potential of each individual and helping them to actualize this. Everyone, at times, struggles in actualizing their potential. Roadblocks to personal growth often lead to anxiety, doubt, insecurity, and depression. Self-awareness, self-acceptance, and growth toward actualizing one's potential are important components of overcoming a variety of personal, emotional, ad relational problems.

The practice of kindness (not necessarily 'nice-ness') is fundamental to psychotherapy in my open. My intention is to greet everyone with kindness. My 'expertise' is only that I've been practicing for a relatively long time (and still a ways to go!)

Carl Rogers taught us to value the client, not to look down on them like idiots who do not know what is going on in their own life. Therapists should collaborate with the client with sincere respect. One of the chief cornerstones is genuineness with the client. A sincere relationship, not just a simple paid cold-hearted client.

Humanistic therapy is at the heart of my work with clients. It's a foundation of equality, one where we collaborate to explore your concerns and work through them together. This modality really emphasizes getting to know yourself and how your experiences have brought you to where you are today. There is never judgment in my counseling room. I will always meet you with empathy, compassion, and warmth as I help you identify patterns and understand yourself and your life better.

I primarily operate from a humanistic approach in which healthy human connection is at the core of wellness.

I value the ideas & values in person-centered perspectives: dethroning of the therapist as expert (shared power); faith & trust in clients' innate capacity to heal & change; belief in the client's potential, that they hold all that they need, & the therapist does not need to fix, change or intervene much - only to create the healthy, supportive & fruitful conditions where others can thrive. I love that it is possible for clients to be more autonomous & less dependent on the therapist.

I believe humanistic therapy is at the core of the therapy relationship. In order for therapy to be effective, a client must feel safe in the therapy space. Every client deserves to feel seen and heard in their therapy sessions. It is important for me as a therapist to work with each client as an individual, to work hard to understand their unique experiences and to meet each client where they are in their journey.

A foundation of humanistic therapy is recognizing the potential of each individual and helping them to actualize this. Everyone, at times, struggles in actualizing their potential. Roadblocks to personal growth often lead to anxiety, doubt, insecurity, and depression. Self-awareness, self-acceptance, and growth toward actualizing one's potential are important components of overcoming a variety of personal, emotional, ad relational problems.

My baseline view of therapy is humanistic, specifically Rogerian, therapy. I am in the room with you as another human being, a guide, who is approaching therapy with geniuneness, empathy, and unconditional positive regard. I am here to help you find the answers that you need to uncover within yourself. You are the expert on your life. I am here to listen and to point out the patterns and possibilities you may be overlooking, and to provide a few other handy tools I've learned along the way.

As a therapist, I use humanistic therapy to empower my clients, focusing on their individual experiences and potential for growth. I provide a supportive and empathetic environment where clients can explore their feelings openly. By emphasizing self-discovery and personal insight, I help clients understand their true self-worth and develop a stronger sense of autonomy. This approach fosters deep personal growth and meaningful change, allowing clients to lead more fulfilled and authentic lives.

People want to reach their potential and become self-actualized. This therapy style is more about the person doing the therapy than the techniques. Clinicians who practice humanistic therapy generally follow Carl Rogers and Abraham Maslow's principle of person-centered therapy. It is a positive approach and focuses on the here and now of a person's life.

I consider myself an expert in humanistic therapy because of my extensive training and experience in the field. I truly believe in the importance of personal growth, self-actualization, and the therapeutic relationship. My deep understanding of concepts like empathy, unconditional positive regard, and authenticity helps me support my clients as they explore their feelings and experiences. I strive to create a safe and nurturing environment for them to discover their true selves.

Humanistic psychology (humanism) is grounded in the belief that people are innately good. This type of psychology holds that morality, ethical values, and good intentions are the driving forces of behavior, while adverse social or psychological experiences can be attributed to deviations from natural tendencies. Self actualization is the key here. With all three of my orientations, my goal is that we work together, and I see you as a human, and someone who shares common goals, aspirations, and desires that a majority of us have. By viewing the 'whole' you and how you relate to your world, I gain a clear understanding and capacity to work with you to create a safe space to do the work together. I am right there with you every step of the way.

If you're human, chances are you have experienced some sort of angst. I see the humanistic and person-centered approaches as two sides of the same coin. As a secular humanist, my values closely align with this methodology in that I love helping my clients realize that they have everything they need to cope with reality. People often just need to be shown how to rediscover their strengths and reminded that it's ok to not be ok.