Read the passage and answer the following question:

The humanistic-existential therapies propose that psychological distress originates from feelings of alienation, loneliness and inability to find meaning in life. Individuals have needs for personal growth and self- actualisation. When these needs are not met it creates psychological distress.

The therapy creates a permissive, non-judgmental and accepting atmosphere in which the client's emotions can be freely expressed and balance achieved.

Gestalt Therapy is one of the therapies under this category which was given by Freidrick Perls and Laura Perls. This therapy works with a goal to increase an individual's self-awareness and self-acceptance. Similarly, client can reconnect with his/her disintegrated feelings. The therapist shows empathy and unconditional positive regard towards the client. This therapy also believes that client has the resources and potential to deal with the distress. In conclusion, it can be said that these therapies help a client to become his/her real self with the therapist working as facilitator.

The humanistic existential therapy is based on forming relationship between client and therapist which is:

warm and has unconditional positive regard

The correct answer is Option (3) → warm and has unconditional positive regard

The passage clearly states that humanistic-existential therapy "creates a permissive, non-judgmental and accepting atmosphere" and that the therapist shows "empathy and unconditional positive regard" toward the client. The therapist acts as a facilitator, not a judge or director, helping the client become their real self. Therefore, the relationship between the client and therapist is warm and based on unconditional positive regard.