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The basis of his therapy were: “(1) two people are in emotional contact, (2) one of them calls the client; is upset, (3) the therapist displays genuineness and congruence in the relationship, (4) the therapist experiences and displays unconditional positive regard for the client, (5) the therapist achieves and expresses empathic understanding of the client, (6) the the client perceives the therapist's genuineness, positive regard and empathy” (Moss, 1998, Rogers, 1961). Rogers believed that if these conditions were created, the client would be able to fulfill himself on his self-defined path. (Moss, 1998) Rogers' second fundamental belief was the theory of conditions for healthy growth, where the role of the therapist is considered fundamental in coordinating healthy growth (Rogers, 1961). Person-centered therapy was a process that Roger defined as the therapist providing openness, empathy, and unconditional positive regard. Rogers considered this to be nondirective therapy because the therapist “mirrors” the clients' thoughts and feelings (Rogers,