Shedding the stigma of their problems, the client is able to step back and examine themself as a whole person and become aware of not only who they are, but who they have the capacity to become as well. Rogers believed this was achievable in a few specific ways: 1) by displaying congruency, or being genuine with clients and allowing the client to experience the counselor as who they really are, not as someone hiding behind a stoic façade, 2) by demonstrating unconditional positive regard, or caring deeply and genuinely for the client and their well being, regardless of their choices and actions and 3) by being empathetic and understanding towards the client (Prochaska & Norcross, 2014). In a recent 2011 study of twenty people who reported psychotic processes (I.e- hearing voices, hallucinating, paranoia and unusual and sometimes harmful processes of thinking or behavior), researchers found that a specific method used in the person centered approach, namely unconditional positive regard, was the main component that was able to bring about positive change in these particular people. By the therapist not labeling their illness and
Congruency is not merely a technique employed by counsellors; it is an attitude and philosophy – a state of realness. Congruent people are comfortable with themselves therefore allowing them to be comfortable in their interactions with other people; congruency requires high levels of self-awareness, self-acceptance and self-trust – basically a complete understanding and knowledge of one’s own self. Congruency in the therapeutic setting will allow the client to view the helper as trustworthy which will be helpful in the process of facilitation. Congruency requires whatever the helper says to be real and genuine, no matter what reaction is elicited. Example A helper working with a man who openly admits to abusing his wife does not agree with his actions but is still employed to help with the feeling the client has surrounding the abuse.
Understandably a counsellor may also experience a sense of personal familiarity, whilst counselling clients, but must remain emotionally detached at all times. Relating to clients, in a positive, open manner, encourages the client to disclose in a comfortable, confidential environment and provides the counsellor with the ideal setting in which to communicate in a supportive way. Using their own life experiences, a counsellor can demonstrate empathy, compassion and understanding without becoming personally involved in the counselling process. Becoming More Self-Aware Self-awareness is something that grows over a period of time and with exploration. Techniques, to access information about oneself, can be learned, and personal experiences can affect personal thoughts and feelings.
Conditions of worth depend on the model, unconditional positive regard of empathy, congruence and self-actualization. In person-centered theory is viewed as a humanistic approach in which the client is led to express their experiences of their life (Rodgers, 1957-1959). Person-centered approach to counselling attributes to the core conditions, empathy, congruence, (genesis) and self-actualization. The experience for the client should be a positive one, they need to feel like they are being listened to and understood. It is important to engage in the client’s world so they are able to express their feelings.
Evaluate any 2 approaches to helping. The two main approaches to counselling are the Person Centred Therapy (PCT) and the Psychodynamic Approach. Different people prefer different approaches and none is better than the other each model has its own strengths and weaknesses and individuals might find one approach more appropriate than the other depending on their own personal preference. Carl Rogers is the pioneer of PCT and the counselling relationship is based on the core conditions of empathy, congruence, and unconditional positive regard. The approach helps by letting clients feel valued, they are able to learn to accept who they are and reconnect with their true selves, this focuses on the belief that we are all born with an innate ability for psychological growth and external circumstances allow us to do so.
The degree to which a client will trust is a measure of their belief in the honesty, fairness and benevolence of the counselor. Trust is achieved when we believe another has our best interests at heart, that they are telling the truth, when we believe they have nothing to hide and we can count on another to do what they say they will do. Trust cannot be earned until it is given – as a gift is given. What the counselor does with that trust will determine the destiny of the relationship. The second most important quality in my opinion is acceptance and caring.
Sharing this experiences that explore each person's view and spirit leading to a discovery of self to word wholeness of "mind, body, and spirit." This moment of caring is the core of concepts Watson's theory. It is true in order to have healthy environment or interaction; the mind has to be free of worries, stressors. The body has feel accepted, and the spirit has to be open suggestions views. This caring moment will enhance or promote healthy trusting relationship. "
3. Discuss the importance of readiness to practise In order to be ready to practise, it will be useful to firstly have a certain level of training. We must also enjoy, be comfortable and confident talking to strangers and be ready to put our own beliefs and values aside in order to refrain from any kind of judgment. Patience is also a must as it gives the client time to express themselves in their own time and words which shows respect and can help build the
It also makes staff feel supported which motivates them to improve the quality of their work. Supervisions allows time for education and psychological and practical support. If allows allows opportunity for work performance to be assessed and manage and allows any issues to be addressed. 1.2 There are several models of supervision. Wonnacott (2012)’s model considers staff, service users, organisation
“It is reassuring to be able to take for granted that someone who is a counsellor is inevitably a person of integrity and virtue who acts in accordance with an impeccable ethical code”. (McLeod, 2009: 514) For personal self development during the session, I knew it was significant to first provide a safe environment in which I may be able to explore the speakers’ issues and help her work towards self –improvement, and also to gain clarity on whatever issue/s she intended conveying. After watching the session and embracing all the feedback and input given by the examiners/tutors and observers, there were