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Person Centred Approach

"The realisation of one's true potential is possible for everyone under the correct circumstances."

Person-centeredness involves attending to the needs of the individual, making sure that their preferences, needs, and values are respected, and giving them what they require. It views clients as equal partners in the healing process. Person-centred counselling was established by Carl Rogers in the 1940s and he held the view that 'self-actualisation' or 'the realisation of one's true potential', is possible for everyone under the correct circumstances. 

Many clients, who have never heard of counselling before, think that the counsellor will solve their problems. The person-centred approach enables the client to be more self-aware and independent by exploring their issues, feelings, beliefs, behaviour, and views of the world, with the assistance of the counsellor. Working through personal issues and realising their abilities will boost confidence and realisation that there are always options. Since nobody else can truly understand what it's like to be you, the client is regarded as the authority on themselves. Whatever you bring to the session, you are not criticised. This facilitates the development of a relationship based on trust, where the client can open up about anything bothering them and feel supported in doing so. The client will learn about their strengths and independence, enabling them to handle both present and future challenges.

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