A Person Centred therapist offers a gentle, non-directive style of counselling that provides a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental space for you to explore your thoughts and emotions. This approach is built on the belief that every person has a natural capacity for healing, growth, and positive change.

Rather than telling you what to do, the therapist works alongside you, empowering you to find your own answers, build self-awareness, and move toward a more fulfilled and authentic version of yourself.

Key Parts of the Person-Centred Approach

Client-led sessions

You guide the conversation. Sessions unfold at your pace and focus on what feels most important to you.

A non-directive style

Your therapist won’t give instructions, offer judgments, or impose solutions. Instead, they gently reflect, clarify, and help you understand your own thoughts and feelings more deeply.

Deep empathy

The therapist works to truly understand your world from your perspective, helping you feel heard, validated, and understood.

Genuineness and authenticity

Person Centred therapists are real and transparent, creating a relationship built on honesty and trust.

Unconditional positive regard

You are accepted exactly as you are. This creates a safe environment where you can share openly without fear of criticism or expectations.

The therapeutic relationship as the foundation

The connection between you and your therapist is central to the healing process. It becomes a space where you can explore, grow, and feel supported.

A focus on self-actualisation

This approach is grounded in the belief that you have the inner resources to grow, heal, and reach your full potential and your therapist is there to help you access those strengths.