Person-centred Communication: Theory, Skills and Practice

Person-centred communication involves significant and empathic perception and understanding of oneself and others. This book uses the humanistic psychology of Carl Rogers to offer a comprehensive person-centred communication framework, which the authors have tried and tested in therapeutic, education and management practice. Skilfully blending theory with practice, the authors explain the core skills of person-centred communication. There are reflective exercises and conversation transcripts from a variety of settings, along with many examples from therapy and related helping professions. These span diverse life situations and applications, including: one-to-one work with clients; teamwork and groupwork; lifelong learning; reflection; and online and other written forms of communication. Exploring these real life situations offers invaluable inspiration to therapists, students and trainees as well as practitioners in the helping professions.