Trust in Humanist therapy 

Humanism and trust are inseparable — because genuine human interactions are only possible when you believe in the person sitting across from you.

• Trust in the person: Humanism begins with the conviction that each person has an inner tendency toward growth, healing, and authenticity. Even if they are buried under pain or armour, that spark is still there.

• Trust in the relationship: Healing doesn’t come from technique alone; it comes from a genuine, trusting encounter. When someone feels safe enough to drop their guard, their own process can unfold.

• Trust in vulnerability: Trust means risking openness — for both therapist and client. It’s not one-sided; the therapist trusts the encounter as much as the client does.

So in humanism, trust isn’t a tool — it’s the ground. Without it, nothing real can happen. With it, even silence can heal.