Written by the Fiveable Content Team โข Last updated September 2025
Verified for the 2026 exam
Verified for the 2026 examโขWritten by the Fiveable Content Team โข Last updated September 2025
Definition
A form of therapy that focuses on an individual's self-awareness, personal growth, and potential. It emphasizes understanding an individual's feelings, thoughts, and experiences from their own perspective.
Related terms
Self-actualization: The process of realizing one's full potential and becoming the best version of oneself.
Person-centered therapy: A specific approach within humanistic therapy where the therapist creates a supportive and non-judgmental space for clients to explore themselves deeply.