Person-centered therapy was founded by Carl Rogers in the 1940s. It is also known as person-centered psychotherapy, person-centered counseling, client-centered therapy, and Rogerian psychotherapy.
Person-Centered therapists believe that each individual can grow and change within them, but they need a safe, therapeutic relationship to realize their potential. Rogers introduced the idea of unconditional positive regard, meaning Person-Centered counselors view the people they counsel in a positive light, no matter what problems they have. Rogers also states counselors must be authentic and transparent, meaning they don’t act as blank slates or try to hide sadness.
Your therapist will make a great effort to make the therapeutic alliance safe. This effort means they will listen to you without judgment. They will respond with warmth and kindness. They also will help you identify strengths and times that you showed yourself capable of problem-solving. They will use these examples to help show you that you can grow and change.
Therapists Who Specialize in Using Person-Centered Therapy
Are you struggling to enjoy life these days? Maybe you're feeling overwhelmed or anxious by the state of the world or by what's happening in your inner circle. Maybe you're a new parent & it feels really hard to figure it all out. Whatever it is, I'm here to support you on your journey to feeling better. I make it a priority to acknowledge the strengths & resiliencies you already have &...
I deeply believe that seeking therapy services represents a strong desire to balance internal experiences and better understand one’s beliefs and actions. It is through that better understanding and insight that one develops their own path to life satisfaction. As a therapist, I see my role as one to assist in the exploration of self that will manifest in the ability to make the changes one has...
I often tell people that each one of us carries around an invisible backpack filled with things that inform who we are. Our behaviors, beliefs, and values are all impacted by what we carry in our backpack. Sometimes our backpacks get too heavy. Things from our past may be too much to carry. As a therapist, I help people sort through what’s in the backpack. Together we look at what needs to go a...
You're motivated to make a change. You may be confused about where to start, or if the change is even possible. You're seeking support as you transition through a difficult moment in life. Or perhaps, you've already made the difficult transition and you can't figure out how to return to "normal". I specialize in helping people overcome anxiety, improve self esteem and decrease symptoms of...
( English | español ) I am currently accepting new clients. Life can become difficult, painful, and/or confusing at times. My desire is to help you find solutions, healing, and clarity during the challenges you face. Life can hurt, and in those moments, counseling can help. I will work with you to help you define your goals, find steps towards the directions you want to move in, and be there wi...
I have over 16 years of counseling experience specializing in families, couples, and grief. My previous experience in a local mental health center allowed me to see a variety of clients presenting with issues such as depression, anxiety, ADHD, OCD, post-traumatic stress disorder, and social anxiety disorder. I have been trained as a Grief Recovery Specialist and am able to use these skills to h...
Together in a therapeutic partnership, I can help address your concerns and problems in a confidential and safe professional manner to move towards clarity, self-awareness, and improved emotional and physical health. With over 20 years of professional experience as a licensed psychologist, you will gain concrete coping skills, tools to move forward independently, and insight into triggers,...
As a licensed psychotherapist I prefer to engage with clients who struggle to live with grief, trauma, and substance free. Regardless if its self medicating, co-dependence, sexuality, trauma, grief and loss, or life stages that are keeping you trapped from living the life you desire; change can only occur by learning to modify dysfunctional thoughts and behaviors and identifying the relationshi...
Hello! I’m Krysta and I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor who specializes in working with pre-teens, adolescents and young adults. Many of the patients that I have worked with have struggled with symptoms of Anxiety, Depression, Self-esteem, Emotion Regulation & Mood Disorders, Behavioral, Educational and Vocational issues, Relationships, Family conflict and just the day to day stressors of...
I feel very fortunate and fulfilled having been a part of the healing process for individuals, families, and youth from across the county for over the last 20 years. My experience includes in-patient services, outpatient services, in-home interventions and working intensively with youth and their families in a residential setting as both a primary therapist and clinical director for the last 14...
With 20 years of experience, I have a broad set of skills to help you find the hope and healing you deserve. I provide a comfortable, non-judgemental environment where we can discuss what is troubling you. We often encounter obstacles in life that seem insurmountable such as illness, jobs, relationships, trauma, addiction, parenting etc, and we lose our direction. Sometimes we live with anxiety...
Shane Seabourn is a licensed clinical social worker with more than 20 years of experience in mental health. He has worked with clients of all ages in various outpatient and inpatient settings and specializes in therapy with the adult population. He received his bachelor’s degree from Indiana University and his master’s degree in clinical social work from Missouri State University. His areas of...
Having a broad range of experience as a counselor means I’m competent in treating a wide variety of presenting concerns including anxiety, depression, relationship problems, personality disorders, and traumatic stress. I have specific experience and expertise in treating drug & alcohol issues. I’m passionate about developing relationships with my clients and working with them to find practical...
Accepting new clients. Night and weekend appointments available. Private, secure office in Gilbert! Let's work together to build a partnership that fosters healing no matter the situation. I approach every patient with an open mind and no judgement. Counseling sessions are personalized because every client is different! My treatment approach is person centered. I believe the approach must be...
I believe in you. I believe in your ability to heal and grow and I am honored that I might be a part of your journey. No matter what has gotten you to this place, I hope to empower you to find peace today and hope for your future. I believe in the power of tracing our past to our present experience and have witnessed the healing that is possible when we talk with someone we trust, reconnect wit...
