What is Person-Centered Therapy?

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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

I have been practicing for 19 years, working with children, adolescents, young adults, adults and families with a variety of mental health issues. These include issues with anxiety, depression, ADHD, loss, trauma, and other mental health issues that interfere with daily functioning and enjoyment. My therapy style is direct, honest, and compassionate; with creativity, humor, and respect. Whether...
I am a Board Certified Art Therapist and Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor. I practice through an Adlerian and person centered approach where I believe wholeheartedly that therapy is about the relationship and everyone is living their own unique life. This approach is client focused, meaning you are in charge of your therapeutic process, wherein self-discovery and acceptance are facilita...
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Jennifer M Doherty

Hartford

Connecticut

I'm am an enthusiastic therapist who finds myself being a partner with you working holistically to address all the areas of your life where you may feel challenged. My approach is strength based, person centered and cognitive behaviorally orientated. I tailor my interventions based on your unique needs, issues and goals. I believes it is paramount to be sensitive to the individual’s special nee...
Point-No-Point Counseling is a statement of perspective. My practice is a Person Centered approach. The perspective of my client and context of my client’s life is the core of the counseling experience. My client is the point of reference and while in counseling I count myself as a small and temporary part of the context of my client’s life. The interplay of perspective and context act on one...

Danielle DeFrancesco

Charlotte

North Carolina

Danielle has dedicated her time to improving the mental health of persons of all ages and from all backgrounds. She has a passion for working with children (+1.5y) and families, and specializes in treating complex childhood trauma and emotional and behavioral disorders. She also specializes in treating drug and alcohol addiction. Danielle believes in the power of advocacy and empathic listening...
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Jeanette specializes in working with persons struggling with PTSD, Autism, Adult ADHD, Depression, Childhood Trauma, Bipolar, Schizophrenia, Women’s issues, Veterans, Domestic Violence, Personality Disorders. She uses a client centered, holistic, non-judgemental approach. Jeanette collaborates with each individual, addressing personal struggles, and creates a treatment plan. Using mindfulness, ...