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actualization

actualization In person-centered counselling, actualization refers to the person’s natural tendency to grow toward fuller self-development.

In person-centered counselling, actualization refers to the person’s natural tendency to grow toward fuller self-development. It is understood as being supported by facilitative conditions that help increase congruence, self-awareness, and self-acceptance.

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Drafting source: U.S. National Library of Medicine. Medical Subject Headings (MeSH), 2026 descriptor edition. “Person-Centered Psychotherapy” (D009629).
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