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Rollo May (1909-1994) introduced existentialism to American psychologists, and has remained the best known proponent of this approach in America. Trained in a fairly traditional format as a psychoanalyst, May considered the detachment with which psychoanalysts approached their patients as a violation of social ethics.
Rollo Reece May (April 21, 1909 – October 22, 1994) was an American existential psychologist and author of the influential book Love and Will (1969). He is often associated with humanistic psychology and existentialist philosophy, and alongside Viktor Frankl, was a major proponent of existential psychotherapy.
- Love and Will (1969)
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Nov 21, 2023 · Rollo May had many theories about existentialism and anxiety. Perhaps his best-known theory is his stages of development. He asserted in this theory that over time humans go through a series...
According to Rollo May, existential psychology strives to under-stand human beings in their world and the capacities they bring to therapy. Essentially, therapists guide clients to become larger in their use of their capacities and aid them to discover newer approaches for engaging life problems (May, Angel, & Ellenberger, 1958).
2.1.4: Rollo May and Existential Psychology. Rollo May (1909-1994) introduced existentialism to American psychologists, and has remained the best known proponent of this approach in America. Trained in a fairly traditional format as a psychoanalyst, May considered the detachment with which psychoanalysts approached their patients as a violation ...
Dec 24, 2008 · This article reviews the life and work of Rollo May and his influence on the author’s development of applying existential therapy to treating traumatic stress. An examination of May’s worldview, theory, and therapeutic philosophy is presented.
May 11, 2011 · A tribute to Rollo May, the present essay is the result of an extended and passionate effort to embrace the work of the great psychologist. Amid a welter of voices in “new existentialism,” Rollo May continues to inspire a deeper exploration of being founded on awareness, character, and struggle.
