On Becoming a Person: A Therapist's View of Psychotherapy - Softcover

Rogers, Carl R.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0395084091 ISBN 13: 9780395084090

Publisher: Houghton Mifflin, 1961

Synopsis

The late Carl Rogers, founder of the humanistic psychology movement, revolutionized psychotherapy with his concept of "client-centered therapy." His influence has spanned decades, but that influence has become so much a part of mainstream psychology that the ingenious nature of his work has almost been forgotten. A new introduction by Peter Kramer sheds light on the significance of Dr. Rogers's work today. New discoveries in the field of psychopharmacology, especially that of the antidepressant Prozac, have spawned a quick-fix drug revolution that has obscured the psychotherapeutic relationship. As the pendulum slowly swings back toward an appreciation of the therapeutic encounter, Dr. Rogers's "client-centered therapy" becomes particularly timely and important.

About this title

About the Author:

Carl R. Rogers (1902-1987) was one of the most influential psychologists in American history. He received many honors, including the first Distinguished Professsional Contributor Award and the Distinguished Scientific Contribution Award of the American Psychological Association.

Review:

"Deeply insightful . . . Roger's phenomenal text On Becoming a Person has highlighted to me the importance of the relationship between counselor and client within the person-centered approach." ---Health Psychology Consultancy

About this edition

• Publisher: Houghton Mifflin
• Publication date: 1961
• ISBN 10: 0395084091
• ISBN 13: 9780395084090
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 420