Humanistic Therapists in Elkton, MD

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Alison Johnson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Elkton, MD 21921
Life can be difficult to navigate and sometimes feels overwhelming however, I believe that by focusing on individual strengths and goals, we can work together to help you be the best version of yourself! I have several years of experience & training working with anxiety, depression, trauma, and perinatal mental health. I work with clients through birth trauma, infertility, loss of a child, postpartum, life changes, anxiety, and depression.
Life can be difficult to navigate and sometimes feels overwhelming however, I believe that by focusing on individual strengths and goals, we can work together to help you be the best version of yourself! I have several years of experience & training working with anxiety, depression, trauma, and perinatal mental health. I work with clients through birth trauma, infertility, loss of a child, postpartum, life changes, anxiety, and depression.
(410) 705-7618 View (410) 705-7618
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Susan Marie Sisk Price
Art Therapist, LCPAT , ATR-BC
Verified Verified
Elkton, MD 21921  (Online Only)
As an Art Therapist with over 20 years of experience, I specialize in treating female survivors of relational trauma; including Domestic Violence, sexual, and Narcissistic abuse. Have you been the victim of relational trauma, either by a caregiver or a partner? This type of trauma can cause significant damage to the "self." Learning to love and trust yourself again is possible. Your authentic "self" is waiting to be re-born. Learn to embrace your trauma, heal, and discover your unique voice and purpose. No artistic ability is required, just a willingness to engage in the creative process, and explore your spirituality.
As an Art Therapist with over 20 years of experience, I specialize in treating female survivors of relational trauma; including Domestic Violence, sexual, and Narcissistic abuse. Have you been the victim of relational trauma, either by a caregiver or a partner? This type of trauma can cause significant damage to the "self." Learning to love and trust yourself again is possible. Your authentic "self" is waiting to be re-born. Learn to embrace your trauma, heal, and discover your unique voice and purpose. No artistic ability is required, just a willingness to engage in the creative process, and explore your spirituality.
(410) 970-3140 View (410) 970-3140
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Asia Amway
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Elkton, MD 21921
Have your thoughts dictated your life in a negative way? Do you feel misunderstood? Do you want to feel content & at peace? Many of us feel that way in so many aspects of our life including work/life balance, family issues, relationships, trauma, self-esteem, etc. leading us to develop symptoms of depression and anxiety. We feel as though we need to have control in our lives, fearing the unknown. We strive to be perfect, feel validated, needing love. We cannot have full control of our lives, yet, with the mind, body, and soul, we can navigate the unknown by learning healthy coping skills such as journaling, meditation, & self talk.
Have your thoughts dictated your life in a negative way? Do you feel misunderstood? Do you want to feel content & at peace? Many of us feel that way in so many aspects of our life including work/life balance, family issues, relationships, trauma, self-esteem, etc. leading us to develop symptoms of depression and anxiety. We feel as though we need to have control in our lives, fearing the unknown. We strive to be perfect, feel validated, needing love. We cannot have full control of our lives, yet, with the mind, body, and soul, we can navigate the unknown by learning healthy coping skills such as journaling, meditation, & self talk.
(302) 306-9548 View (302) 306-9548
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Raenisha Williams
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, LACMH
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Elkton, MD 21921
Struggling to swim neck deep in all aspects of our life including work/life balance, family issues, relationships, past trauma, low self-esteem, etc. leading us to develop a strong need for control. Now we are irritable, angry, sad. "If I do it, I can feel safe. If I think ahead w/plan A/B/C then we good. We strive to be perfect, feel validated, needing love. We cannot have full control of our lives, but, w/attention to the mind, body & soul, we can create a new safe zone. Utilizing healthy coping skills which can include journaling, mediation, yoga, mindfulness, exercise which helps us in creating internal peace within ourselves.
Struggling to swim neck deep in all aspects of our life including work/life balance, family issues, relationships, past trauma, low self-esteem, etc. leading us to develop a strong need for control. Now we are irritable, angry, sad. "If I do it, I can feel safe. If I think ahead w/plan A/B/C then we good. We strive to be perfect, feel validated, needing love. We cannot have full control of our lives, but, w/attention to the mind, body & soul, we can create a new safe zone. Utilizing healthy coping skills which can include journaling, mediation, yoga, mindfulness, exercise which helps us in creating internal peace within ourselves.
(302) 532-4816 View (302) 532-4816
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Barbara Kistenmacher, Ph.D., LLC
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Elkton, MD 21921  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
After receiving my doctorate in Clinical Psychology, with a focus on couples, I completed my internship in trauma at Cornell Medical School in NYC. My post-doctoral fellowship was in addictions at Mt. Sinai Hospital, NYC. I built my career in NYC, integrating & disseminating evidence-based treatment methods and models for multiple organizations including Columbia University's Faculty Practice, Bronx-Lebanon Hospital, and the Hazelden-Betty Ford Foundation where I served as the Executive Director. I have taught and mentored undergraduates and psychiatry residents, as well as published on the topics of marriage and domestic violence.
After receiving my doctorate in Clinical Psychology, with a focus on couples, I completed my internship in trauma at Cornell Medical School in NYC. My post-doctoral fellowship was in addictions at Mt. Sinai Hospital, NYC. I built my career in NYC, integrating & disseminating evidence-based treatment methods and models for multiple organizations including Columbia University's Faculty Practice, Bronx-Lebanon Hospital, and the Hazelden-Betty Ford Foundation where I served as the Executive Director. I have taught and mentored undergraduates and psychiatry residents, as well as published on the topics of marriage and domestic violence.
(917) 669-7938 View (917) 669-7938
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Katlyn Workman
Counselor, LCPC, PMH-C
Verified Verified
Elkton, MD 21921  (Online Only)
*OPENINGS for PREGNANT and POSTPARTUM clients* Life consists of many chapters. Some bring immense joy, others terrible sadness, and some just seem to last forever. My goal for therapy is to empower my clients to manage these transitions and feel in control of their lives. My ideal client is one who is curious and motivated to make change. I enjoy working with adults, individually and couples. Using a mindfulness based, cognitive-behavioral approach, I help my clients to connect to their thoughts and feelings and to the world around them.
*OPENINGS for PREGNANT and POSTPARTUM clients* Life consists of many chapters. Some bring immense joy, others terrible sadness, and some just seem to last forever. My goal for therapy is to empower my clients to manage these transitions and feel in control of their lives. My ideal client is one who is curious and motivated to make change. I enjoy working with adults, individually and couples. Using a mindfulness based, cognitive-behavioral approach, I help my clients to connect to their thoughts and feelings and to the world around them.
(443) 400-7567 View (443) 400-7567
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Lamont Josey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, CAADC, CCFC, CSSOTS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Elkton, MD 21921
It is my primary focus to help empower my clients to make meaningful changes in their lives through goal-directed interventions and strategic planning. With twenty plus years of experience working with adults, children, adolescents, families and various mental health & addiction populations, I encourage the use of one's own strengths to overcome challenging issues. I have been trained to treat various mental health and addictions issues. I use evidence-based, goal oriented and measurable techniques to assist in the therapeutic process. This journey I promise to take with you will achieve positive outcomes and results.
It is my primary focus to help empower my clients to make meaningful changes in their lives through goal-directed interventions and strategic planning. With twenty plus years of experience working with adults, children, adolescents, families and various mental health & addiction populations, I encourage the use of one's own strengths to overcome challenging issues. I have been trained to treat various mental health and addictions issues. I use evidence-based, goal oriented and measurable techniques to assist in the therapeutic process. This journey I promise to take with you will achieve positive outcomes and results.
(302) 504-4898 View (302) 504-4898
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Jodi Willems
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCMH
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Elkton, MD 21921
I offer in-person sessions at my location in Newark. I am a trauma therapist trained and certified in EMDR. EMDR stands for Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing. EMDR helps people work through traumatic experiences and begin the healing process. Trauma covers a wide array of experiences including physical trauma, emotional and verbal abuse, grief, sexual assault, combat, and so much more…. If you feel you have trauma or other life stressors, please contact me to set up a free consultation so we can talk about your unique life story and experiences.
I offer in-person sessions at my location in Newark. I am a trauma therapist trained and certified in EMDR. EMDR stands for Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing. EMDR helps people work through traumatic experiences and begin the healing process. Trauma covers a wide array of experiences including physical trauma, emotional and verbal abuse, grief, sexual assault, combat, and so much more…. If you feel you have trauma or other life stressors, please contact me to set up a free consultation so we can talk about your unique life story and experiences.
(302) 303-5401 View (302) 303-5401
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Dr. Christina L Taylor
Counselor, PhD, LPCMH, LCPC
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Elkton, MD 21921
Not accepting new clients
Have you felt lost and without a clear direction in life? Has your relationship with a significant other faltered, and now you need help rekindling that connection? Are you in need of someone to talk to, who will listen and accept you as you are? Could you use more support and guidance with managing the stress of your daily life? Today you are one step closer to a new you where you feel empowered and on a positive path to growth and well-being.
Have you felt lost and without a clear direction in life? Has your relationship with a significant other faltered, and now you need help rekindling that connection? Are you in need of someone to talk to, who will listen and accept you as you are? Could you use more support and guidance with managing the stress of your daily life? Today you are one step closer to a new you where you feel empowered and on a positive path to growth and well-being.
(302) 207-7918 View (302) 207-7918
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Teri L Smith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Elkton, MD 21921
Not accepting new clients
I am a licensed clinical social worker with over 20 years experience in helping people become empowered and make positive change in their lives. I work from a strengths and person centered perspective. I have 18 years of counseling in grief and loss through my positions as hospice social worker and bereavement manager. I have experience with adolescent pregnancy issues and children's bereavement needs. My passion is to assist clients with identifying their concerns, developing a course of treatment goals and following through to positive results.
I am a licensed clinical social worker with over 20 years experience in helping people become empowered and make positive change in their lives. I work from a strengths and person centered perspective. I have 18 years of counseling in grief and loss through my positions as hospice social worker and bereavement manager. I have experience with adolescent pregnancy issues and children's bereavement needs. My passion is to assist clients with identifying their concerns, developing a course of treatment goals and following through to positive results.
(302) 257-2757 View (302) 257-2757
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Arthur L Clark
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Elkton, MD 21921  (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Dr. Arthur L. Clark provides clients with compassionate, respectful, and personalized therapy to best reach their therapy goals. While many people carry a wound or secret pain that they may fear will never heal, Dr. Clark believes that a client's ability to heal and grow is always greater than even his or her most painful problems.
Dr. Arthur L. Clark provides clients with compassionate, respectful, and personalized therapy to best reach their therapy goals. While many people carry a wound or secret pain that they may fear will never heal, Dr. Clark believes that a client's ability to heal and grow is always greater than even his or her most painful problems.
(302) 603-1173 View (302) 603-1173

More Therapists Nearby

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Nichole Jones
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
North East, MD 21901
Not accepting new clients
(Currently Full but please check back). I am so grateful you chose to continue your journey towards healing. I say continue rather than begin because I believe we all have innate strengths towards inner healing. You reading this right here, right now, demonstrates to yourself that you have internal strength, motivation, and realization that you deserve a meaningful and joyful life. I chose this career because I have learned to appreciate how beautiful life can be and I want to help others see that as well. Sometimes we just need the assistance of a compassionate 3rd party to help us view life through a lens we haven’t yet before.
(Currently Full but please check back). I am so grateful you chose to continue your journey towards healing. I say continue rather than begin because I believe we all have innate strengths towards inner healing. You reading this right here, right now, demonstrates to yourself that you have internal strength, motivation, and realization that you deserve a meaningful and joyful life. I chose this career because I have learned to appreciate how beautiful life can be and I want to help others see that as well. Sometimes we just need the assistance of a compassionate 3rd party to help us view life through a lens we haven’t yet before.
(443) 227-4381 View (443) 227-4381

Online Therapists

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Lauren Farago
Counselor, LCPC, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Rockville, MD 20850  (Online Only)
I also help clients develop appropriate coping strategies to lead healthier, happier lives through a humanistic approach to therapy.
Scheduling Availability for Telehealth in DC, MD & VA... Are you suffering from symptoms of anxiety? Are you struggling to establish a positive support system? Or perhaps seeking to explore unresolved issues from childhood or failed relationships? I use a strengths-based approach to counseling and work with clients to develop healthy coping strategies, take risks, and work to establish positive patterns of behavior. In my nutrition coaching practice, I work with clients to unlearn negative diet cycling patterns and develop skills to maintain lifelong health.
I also help clients develop appropriate coping strategies to lead healthier, happier lives through a humanistic approach to therapy.
Scheduling Availability for Telehealth in DC, MD & VA... Are you suffering from symptoms of anxiety? Are you struggling to establish a positive support system? Or perhaps seeking to explore unresolved issues from childhood or failed relationships? I use a strengths-based approach to counseling and work with clients to develop healthy coping strategies, take risks, and work to establish positive patterns of behavior. In my nutrition coaching practice, I work with clients to unlearn negative diet cycling patterns and develop skills to maintain lifelong health.
(301) 905-9913 View (301) 905-9913
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Hana Ephraim
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Towson, MD 21286
She places distinct emphasis on holistic, integral, and humanistic approach to guide her practice.
Hana is a Clinical Licensed Social Worker (LCSW-C). Her education and career have always focused on her passion for working with different age groups of individuals. She has extensive therapeutic experience working with children, adolescents, families and adults in a variety of settings including, public schools, pediatric offices, community sites and homes. She has provided psychotherapy services to clients experiencing wide range of issues including, but not limited to anxiety, depression, grief, family conflict, relationship issues, self-esteem and trauma.
She places distinct emphasis on holistic, integral, and humanistic approach to guide her practice.
Hana is a Clinical Licensed Social Worker (LCSW-C). Her education and career have always focused on her passion for working with different age groups of individuals. She has extensive therapeutic experience working with children, adolescents, families and adults in a variety of settings including, public schools, pediatric offices, community sites and homes. She has provided psychotherapy services to clients experiencing wide range of issues including, but not limited to anxiety, depression, grief, family conflict, relationship issues, self-esteem and trauma.
(410) 941-3859 View (410) 941-3859
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Seth Andrew Greenblatt
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LCSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Bethesda, MD 20815
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, employed as a Psychotherapist with Your Health Concierge, Inc.("YHC"). YHC subscribes to an Integrated Wellness Philosophy, treating a person's physical and mental health, nutrition, financial and interrelationship needs. Applying Humanistic and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, I will help you reach your potential to become a healthier, happier person.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, employed as a Psychotherapist with Your Health Concierge, Inc.("YHC"). YHC subscribes to an Integrated Wellness Philosophy, treating a person's physical and mental health, nutrition, financial and interrelationship needs. Applying Humanistic and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, I will help you reach your potential to become a healthier, happier person.
(844) 307-0349 x702 View (844) 307-0349 x702
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Rita Etter
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Rockville, MD 20850  (Online Only)
My practice is influenced by an eclectic approach, and I use a variety of therapeutic approaches, including humanistic, psychodynamic, CBT, and existential psychology.
I am an LCSW-C therapist who works with adults and couples. Life has a way of presenting people with challenges that may cause you to want to seek counseling to help you navigate your way through life's ups and downs. Sometimes these challenges make us feel stuck and uncertain, whether it be relationship issues, divorce, intimacy, death of a loved one, loss of a job, grief, suicide survivor, identity crisis, family conflict, addiction, processing trauma, sexual orientation, communicating or relating better, building coping skills and resilience, etc., or simply feeling like you are at a crossroads and not sure what to do next.
My practice is influenced by an eclectic approach, and I use a variety of therapeutic approaches, including humanistic, psychodynamic, CBT, and existential psychology.
I am an LCSW-C therapist who works with adults and couples. Life has a way of presenting people with challenges that may cause you to want to seek counseling to help you navigate your way through life's ups and downs. Sometimes these challenges make us feel stuck and uncertain, whether it be relationship issues, divorce, intimacy, death of a loved one, loss of a job, grief, suicide survivor, identity crisis, family conflict, addiction, processing trauma, sexual orientation, communicating or relating better, building coping skills and resilience, etc., or simply feeling like you are at a crossroads and not sure what to do next.
(703) 951-7002 View (703) 951-7002
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Thomas DiPaola
Psychologist, MA, PsyD, (He, Him, His)
Verified Verified
Burtonsville, MD 20866
), I have trained in numerous techniques (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy - CBT, Psychoanalytic, Relational, Humanistic, Interpersonal, etc).
If you are currently struggling or know someone who is, I am here to help. You've already taken a positive step in trying to improve your life, by finding a supportive path. With over 20 years of experience as a licensed clinical psychologist, I have had the pleasure of working with individuals dealing with many concerns hindering their growth, such as: relationship concerns, chronic pain, depression, anxiety, life transitions, pain management, career counseling, personal growth, law enforcement/EMS, LGBTI. Many years psychological assessment experience and supervision to doctoral students in clinical settings.
), I have trained in numerous techniques (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy - CBT, Psychoanalytic, Relational, Humanistic, Interpersonal, etc).
If you are currently struggling or know someone who is, I am here to help. You've already taken a positive step in trying to improve your life, by finding a supportive path. With over 20 years of experience as a licensed clinical psychologist, I have had the pleasure of working with individuals dealing with many concerns hindering their growth, such as: relationship concerns, chronic pain, depression, anxiety, life transitions, pain management, career counseling, personal growth, law enforcement/EMS, LGBTI. Many years psychological assessment experience and supervision to doctoral students in clinical settings.
(301) 761-1090 View (301) 761-1090
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Ryan O'Leary
Counselor
Verified Verified
Chevy Chase, MD 20815
Hi! I am a licensed graduate therapist working under the direct supervision of Jaclyn Halpern, PsyD at the SOAR program of Washington Behavioral Medicine Associates, LLC. If you're reading this, you and or a loved one may be feeling overwhelmed, struggling with difficult emotions, or seeking guidance and support. Whatever your reasons may be, know that you are not alone, and that I am here for you! I use a humanistic and person-centered approach to therapy, which means that I believe in your unique qualities and strengths, and that I want to help you connect with your own inner wisdom and resilience.
Hi! I am a licensed graduate therapist working under the direct supervision of Jaclyn Halpern, PsyD at the SOAR program of Washington Behavioral Medicine Associates, LLC. If you're reading this, you and or a loved one may be feeling overwhelmed, struggling with difficult emotions, or seeking guidance and support. Whatever your reasons may be, know that you are not alone, and that I am here for you! I use a humanistic and person-centered approach to therapy, which means that I believe in your unique qualities and strengths, and that I want to help you connect with your own inner wisdom and resilience.
(301) 709-7051 View (301) 709-7051
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Robert Celis
Counselor, LGPC
Verified Verified
Hyattsville, MD 20781  (Online Only)
In addition, Robert’s approaches include strength-based/humanistic, narrative, and multicultural to meet historically underserved clients, of color, first-generation young professionals, and anyone willing to grow and heal.
Robert has ten years working in educational settings, half spent as an academic counselor, foster youth case manager, and clinical counselor. Robert has experience working with teens and early adult populations experiencing low self-esteem, depression, anxiety, trauma, difficult life transitions, and relationship issues. Robert has experience at a community-based site and university psychological counseling center utilizing CBT, mindfulness, psychodynamic, and trauma-informed care modalities.
In addition, Robert’s approaches include strength-based/humanistic, narrative, and multicultural to meet historically underserved clients, of color, first-generation young professionals, and anyone willing to grow and heal.
Robert has ten years working in educational settings, half spent as an academic counselor, foster youth case manager, and clinical counselor. Robert has experience working with teens and early adult populations experiencing low self-esteem, depression, anxiety, trauma, difficult life transitions, and relationship issues. Robert has experience at a community-based site and university psychological counseling center utilizing CBT, mindfulness, psychodynamic, and trauma-informed care modalities.
(240) 774-1906 View (240) 774-1906
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Raphael J Sayada
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Gaithersburg, MD 20877
Clients seeking treatment from me find that their symptoms relate to behavior addiction, cultural identity, developmental issues, family dynamic issues, and cognitive/affective limitations. Typically, at the epicenter of these issues is regarding information processes within interpersonal dynamics online and offline. Dependent on the frequency, intensity and duration of individual symptoms, my clients find strength within cognitive-behavioral therapy, humanistic therapy, mindfulness-based practices, and psychodynamic based treatment plans.
Clients seeking treatment from me find that their symptoms relate to behavior addiction, cultural identity, developmental issues, family dynamic issues, and cognitive/affective limitations. Typically, at the epicenter of these issues is regarding information processes within interpersonal dynamics online and offline. Dependent on the frequency, intensity and duration of individual symptoms, my clients find strength within cognitive-behavioral therapy, humanistic therapy, mindfulness-based practices, and psychodynamic based treatment plans.
(301) 973-3237 View (301) 973-3237
Humanistic Therapists

How does humanistic therapy work?

One tenet of humanistic therapy is that people are good. The humanistic approach is concerned with a person’s ability to accept oneself. It likewise encourages a person to overcome self-criticism and self-defeating tendencies, as well as disapproval from others. This approach also emphasizes self-actualization and treating an individual as a whole person. A foundation of this therapy type: The patient is the expert in their life, and treatment often takes the individual’s lead.

Is humanistic therapy evidence-based?

Humanistic therapy is an evidence-based practice. Research has found that humanistic therapy can lead to significant improvement, and for some people it can be just as effective as other therapies, such as Cognitive behavioral therapy. The benefits of humanistic therapy are enduring.

How long does humanistic therapy last?

The goal of humanistic therapy is to understand a person’s day-to-day experiences. While sessions can be short-term and last over a few months, therapy can sometimes continue beyond that and last up to a year or more. And because patients learn the theory behind humanistic therapy during treatment, they can also practice its tenets throughout life after therapy sessions have been completed.

Is humanistic therapy effective?

According to research, many patients find success with humanistic therapy. Researchers note that the therapy is particularly useful in addressing poor self-esteem and self-sabotage, as well as improving conditions including anxiety and depression. Improvements in problem areas can be long standing, as individuals can continue working on themselves by using the tools they’ve learned during treatment.