Humanistic Therapy

Humanistic therapy comes in different forms, all designed to help you connect with your true self and work toward personal growth. Here are a few of the main types of humanistic therapy techniques which are the most effective:

Person-centred therapy

As explained above, person-centred therapy or client-centred therapy is all about you taking the lead. Your therapist will use active listening techniques to help you work through your personal issues one by one.

Gestalt therapy

Gestalt therapy focuses on the present moment and encourages you to be aware of what is happening in your body and mind right now. It helps you become more aware of your feelings and actions and how you perceive and interact with the world around you.

Existential therapy

Existential therapy helps you explore the deeper questions in life, like your sense of purpose or the meaning of your experiences. It can help you better understand your choices, take responsibility for your actions and find personal meaning in life. It is also an excellent way to help you identify exactly why you want to beat addiction.

Mindfulness-based therapy

Mindfulness therapy encourages you to be fully present in the moment without judgement. It helps you manage stress and anxiety by teaching you how to observe your thoughts and feelings without getting overwhelmed by them. The goal is to cultivate inner calm and self-awareness.

At Oasis Runcorn, humanistic therapy is an important part of helping you rediscover your potential and build a stronger, more fulfilling life after addiction. Humanistic therapy puts you in the driver’s seat, so instead of being told what to do, you are encouraged to find your own motivation and recovery path.
For example, self-actualisation in addiction treatment means finding new ways to handle life’s challenges, discovering your own inner strengths and taking a proactive approach to recovery. By becoming more aware of your own needs, you will be able to better focus on therapy and open up more to your therapists and counsellors.
Similarly, an existential approach is important in helping you see through the lies of addiction. It may have told you that nobody cares about you or that the future holds nothing positive. Humanistic therapy encourages you to challenge these thoughts and recognise that your life does have meaning and purpose. This can be a powerful turning point in your recovery and give you achievable goals to aim for.

By focusing on you as a whole, humanistic therapy offers some amazing personal benefits that can make your recovery journey more effective and rewarding. Here are some of the ways humanistic therapy can make a real difference:

• Understanding yourself better: Humanistic therapy helps you figure out what makes you tick. This self-awareness makes it easier to make good choices and avoid slipping back into old habits.
• Boosting your confidence: By focusing on your strengths, you will start to believe in yourself more and see that you can handle the challenges of recovery.
• Learning to be kinder to yourself: Humanistic therapy helps you let go of the guilt and shame that may be weighing you down. You will learn to accept yourself just as you are, flaws and all.

Improving your relationships: As you get better at understanding your own feelings, you’ll find it easier to connect with others. This can help you build stronger, more supportive relationships with the people around you.

Humanistic therapy isn’t just something that helps you during rehab; it can continue to make a big impact on your life long after. The tools you can use daily are tools you learn about yourself through humanistic therapy, like self-awareness, self-acceptance, and tapping into your strengths. Whether you are dealing with stress or cravings, making important decisions post-rehab, or just trying to live a healthier, more balanced life, humanistic therapy helps you stay connected to who you really are.

At Oasis Runcorn, we believe that true recovery is about personal growth and self-discovery. By understanding yourself better, humanistic therapy will help you build healthier relationships, make choices that feel right for you and stay true to the recovery goals you have set. Contact Oasis Runcorn today and let’s explore your potential and start building a life you can be proud of.