Provide your own analysis of the strengths and weaknesses of Humanistic and Existential Theories, how well it integrates into your personal and professional identity as a counselor, and whether or not you think it is a theory that resonates with you for future clinical practice. Provide a brief review of the theory as part of your reaction/analysis.

Humanistic and Existential Theories

Provide your own analysis of the strengths and weaknesses of Humanistic and Existential Theories, how well it integrates into your personal and professional identity as a counselor, and whether or not you think it is a theory that resonates with you for future clinical practice.

Provide a brief review of the theory as part of your reaction/analysis (Person-Centered Therapy and Existential and Gestalt Therapies).

This review can include information such as

• Nature of the person, including innate capacities or capabilities, and motivational constructs according to the theory (if applicable).

• Nature of psychological distress or maladjustment (how do people develop mental illness) according to the theory.

• Goals of counseling/psychotherapy according to the theory.
• Role and activity of the therapist, including:

– Major techniques utilized

– Diagnosis and appraisal techniques

– Evaluation of client progress in therapy

Use the following references:

Corey, G. (2017). Theory and Practice of Counseling and Psychotherapy (10th edition). Boston:Cengage Learning

Wickman, S. A., & Campbell, C. (2003). An analysis of how carl rogers enacted client-centered conversation with gloria. Journal of Counseling & Development, 81(2)