By Lauren Ford, MFT Intern - When I was younger, I loved running through corn mazes set up at pumpkin patches in honor of Halloween. I ran in at a full sprint, fervently trying to outsmart the twisting labyrinth. Inevitably however, there would be that moment of panic in which I felt stuck in the maze.  I’d reach a dead end, or get turned around, such that the path to the exit seemed obstructed or unclear. 

Dr. Stan Charnofsky: Humanistic psychologists models democracy. S/he imposes upon the client least of all.  Freedom to choose is maximized.  The client's human potential is valued.  Client power is enhanced when the innate, natural healthy drive is honored.  Here are some operational guidelines for the Humanistic Therapist: Be Present; Act Responsibly; Provide a Stimulating Environment; Look for Client Code Words; Provide a Safe Environment; Respect a Developmental Base; Respect Affective Discharge as Preceding Cognitive Restructuring; Be Vulnerable--Therapist As Well As Client; Recognize that All Choices Are Intended For Self-enhancement.