Humanistic Therapy overlaps considerably with existential approaches and emphasizes the growth and fulfillment of the self through self-mastery, self-examination, and creative expression. Although the influences of the unconscious and society are taken into account, when making an assessment, what is at the core of humanistic therapy?
A)Freedom of choice
B)Self-perception
C)Behavior
D)Trust

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The humanist movement in general focuses on the idea that people are innately good and tend toward goodness. In a humanistic therapy context, there is presumption that the true nature of the human is to want to improve and reach high levels of self-perception.

Humanistic Therapy Overlaps Considerably with Existential Approaches and Emphasizes the Growth