#1
Who is considered the founder of the person-centered approach to psychotherapy?
Carl Rogers
ExplanationCarl Rogers is the pioneer of person-centered therapy.
#2
According to Carl Rogers, what is the primary determinant of human behavior?
Self-actualization tendency
ExplanationThe self-actualization tendency is the main driver of human behavior according to Rogers.
#3
In person-centered therapy, what role does the therapist take in relation to the client?
Active facilitator
ExplanationThe therapist acts as an active facilitator in person-centered therapy.
#4
What concept in Carl Rogers' theory refers to the ability to understand and share the feelings of another person?
Empathy
ExplanationEmpathy is the ability to understand and share the feelings of another person in Rogers' theory.
#5
What is the main focus of person-centered therapy?
Facilitating personal growth and self-actualization
ExplanationFacilitating personal growth and self-actualization is the primary focus of person-centered therapy.
#6
Which term is used by Carl Rogers to describe the congruence between one's ideal self and actual experience?
Congruence
ExplanationCongruence represents the alignment of one's ideal self with actual experience in Rogers' theory.
#7
According to Carl Rogers, what is essential for fostering growth and development in therapy?
Active listening and empathy
ExplanationActive listening and empathy are crucial for fostering growth and development in therapy according to Rogers.
#8
What does Carl Rogers propose is necessary for a person to become fully functioning?
Experiencing congruence between self and experience
ExplanationExperiencing congruence between self and experience is necessary for full functioning according to Rogers.
#9
Which of the following is NOT one of the core conditions in Carl Rogers' person-centered therapy?
Interpretation
ExplanationInterpretation is not a core condition in Rogers' person-centered therapy.
#10
Which term does Carl Rogers use to describe the process of mirroring back the client's feelings?
Reflection
ExplanationReflection is the term Rogers uses to describe the process of mirroring back the client's feelings.
#11
Which term is used to describe the therapist's genuine, open, and non-judgmental acceptance of the client?
Unconditional positive regard
ExplanationUnconditional positive regard describes the therapist's acceptance of the client without judgment in Rogers' therapy.
#12
What does Carl Rogers refer to as the 'organismic valuing process'?
The innate drive toward self-actualization
ExplanationThe 'organismic valuing process' is Rogers' term for the innate drive toward self-actualization.
#13
Which of the following is NOT a criticism of Carl Rogers' person-centered therapy?
Overemphasis on directive techniques
ExplanationOveremphasis on directive techniques is not a common criticism of Rogers' person-centered therapy.
#14
What is the term used to describe the process by which individuals strive to reach their fullest potential?
Self-actualization
ExplanationSelf-actualization is the process by which individuals strive to reach their fullest potential.
#15
Which term refers to the process of accepting and valuing oneself as one is?
Self-acceptance
ExplanationSelf-acceptance refers to the process of accepting and valuing oneself as one is.