Instead of focusing on unconscious and repressed thoughts and impulses, ________ therapies focus on conscious thoughts and self-perceptions.

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Humanistic therapies focus on the client's conscious thoughts and self-perceptions, and strive to help them achieve personal growth and self-actualization. Unlike psychodynamic therapies, they do not place a strong emphasis on the unconscious or past experiences. Behavior therapies focus on observable behaviors, while biomedical therapies involve the use of medication or other medical treatments.

Instead of Focusing on Unconscious and Repressed Thoughts and Impulses