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What is Person Centred Counselling?

Fundamental principles of person-centred counselling include:

1. Unconditional Positive Regard: The therapist provides a nonjudgmental and accepting environment where clients can openly express themselves without fear of criticism or rejection. This creates a sense of safety and trust.

2. Empathy: The therapist strives to deeply understand the client's perspective, feelings, and experiences. The therapist helps the client feel heard and validated by empathising with the client.

3. Congruence (Genuineness): The therapist is authentic and genuine in their interactions with the client. They openly share their thoughts and feelings, fostering a more accurate and honest therapeutic relationship.

4. Client Self-Determination: Person-centered therapy strongly emphasises the client's ability to make choices and decisions for themselves. The therapist does not provide direct advice or solutions but supports the client in exploring their thoughts and feelings.

The process of person-centred counselling typically unfolds as follows:

1. Exploration: Clients are encouraged to explore their thoughts, emotions, and experiences. They are free to discuss any topic that is important to them.

2. Clarification: The therapist helps clients clarify their thoughts and feelings, which can lead to increased self-awareness.

3. Self-acceptance: Clients often develop greater self-acceptance and self- esteem through the therapeutic relationship and the empathetic, nonjudgmental environment.

4. Problem-Solving: Clients are supported in finding solutions to problems and difficulties. The therapist helps them discover their strengths and resources for addressing their issues.

5. Change and Growth: As clients gain self-awareness, self-acceptance, and problem-solving skills, they are better equipped to make positive life changes and experience personal growth.

Person-centred counselling addresses many issues, including anxiety, depression, relationship problems, self-esteem issues, and personal development. It is often employed in individual therapy but can also be adapted in group therapy and other counselling settings. One of the fundamental strengths of person-centred counselling is its focus on the therapeutic relationship and the belief that clients can discover their solutions. It's a client-driven and client-focused approach that has been influential in psychotherapy.