Humanistic Therapy

Empowering Personal Growth and Self-realization

We take a humanistic approach to therapy, emphasizing authenticity, mutual respect, and collaboration in all interactions. While using various techniques, the heart of our work is to truly understand and empathize with each person’s unique experience. We believe therapy is most effective when we honor and support each client on their personal journey.
Humanistic therapy is grounded in the belief that all individuals have the ability for growth and self-realization. Rather than viewing those facing challenges as flawed, we see them as individuals who may not have had the right environment to explore their emotions, needs, or challenges in a healthy way.
The therapeutic relationship is the cornerstone of humanistic therapy. To encourage growth, the therapist offers three essential elements: (1) authenticity, (2) unconditional positive regard, and (3) deep empathy. These principles create a secure space where clients can explore their true selves, fostering personal transformation.
We are committed to building a therapeutic relationship based on these values, offering caring, nonjudgmental, and understanding support to help clients reach their highest potential.
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Step toward healing — Dr. Stella Lerlo combines professional expertise and personal understanding to guide you through trauma recovery, emotional healing, and creating meaningful connections.
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