Carl Rogers is a pioneer in the field of humanistic psychology and a major force in our culture today. He was born in 1909 in Cleveland, Ohio. In 1930 he graduated from Western Reserve University with a degree in psychology. In 1935 he received a degree from the Cleveland Institute of Art and in 1937 he graduated from Case School of Applied Science with a degree in social work
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In 1938 he completed a postgraduate year of training at the University of Chicago. In 1945 he completed his Ph.D. at the University of Wisconsin and began teaching at Adelphi University that year, where he served as chairman from 1963 to 1969 when he retired from that position.
In 1950 Dr. Rogers began his career as an independent clinical psychologist where he pioneered the concept of "unconditional positive regard," which is one of his most significant contributions to psychology and human development. In 1958 Dr.
Rogers created the Theory-Centered Psychotherapy movement, which emphasizes the patient's active participation in their own therapy process, which allows them to make contributions to their own growth and development in a positive way, rather than being passive recipients of a therapist's interpretation or suggestions.
Dr. Rogers died on October 25, 1983 at age 76 while on vacation in Switzerland.