Humanistic approach

• Self actualisation - When someone reaches their full potential
• Unconditional positive regard- When someone is loved regardless of their blemishes
• Conditional love- Only loved when they are 100% correct
• Congruence- Maintaining a healthy gap between ideal self and actual self
• Maslow's hierarchy

  1. Self actualisation
  2. Self esteem
  3. Love and belonging
  4. Safety and security
  5. Physiological needs
• Strengths of humanistic approach

  • Emphasises choice
  • Values personal ideas and self fulfilment
• Weaknesses of the humanistic approach

  • Less impact on mainstream psychology
  • Qualitive techniques questioned