The Theories And Practices Of The Social Work Profession

When treating clients in the social work profession, there are many theories and practices that are used to help each client. Every social worker uses theories differently and has their own therapy techniques that they use with clients, depending on the situation that the client is in and what they are most likely to respond to. Person Centered Theory (PCT) and therapy was developed by Carl Rogers (Walsh, 2015). This approach allows the client to be at the center of their own therapy. Person Centered Theory believes that each person has a drive to find self-actualization. The client will be able to find the solution to their problem. The therapist is there to simple support them and help guide them to solution. 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