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Disturbed people with severe mental illness may not be suitable candidates for Gestalt therapy. Facilities that provide Gestalt therapy and train Gestalt therapists vary. Since there are no national standards for these Gestalt facilities
The choice of a therapist is crucial. Some people who call themselves "therapists" have limited training in Gestalt therapy. It is important that the therapist be a licensed mental health professional
Psychoanalytical approach to therapy
Gestalt therapy probably has a greater range of formats than any other therapy technique. It is practiced in individual, couples, and family therapies, as well as in therapy with children
Reinhard Fuhr has written: 'Gestalt-Ansatz' -- subject(s): Gestalt psychology, Gestalt therapy
compare Gestalt and Person Centred
The medical description for Gestalt therapy is a form of psychotherapy that emphasizes personal responsibility. You can learn more about this at the Wikipedia. Once on the website, type "Gestalt therapy" into the search field at the top of the page and press enter to bring up the information.
Gestalt therapy is the school of psychology that claims we can't break down human activity into separate units. Gestalt therapy was introduced by Fritz and Laura Perls along with Paul Goodman.
Joseph C. Zinker has written: 'Creative process in Gestalt therapy' -- subject(s): Creative ability, Gestalt therapy 'In Search of Good Form' -- subject(s): Gestalt therapy, Family psychotherapy, Marital psychotherapy 'Sketches'
Yes, gestalt therapy is considered a form of humanistic therapy. It emphasizes personal responsibility, awareness in the present moment, and the importance of the therapist-client relationship in promoting growth and self-discovery.
Person centered and gestalt therapy modalities work towards the similar goal of getting unstuck from negative thoughts and behaviors. In person centered therapy the therapy is client driven, in gestalt both the therapist and client are working together in an exchange.
Phil Joyce has written: 'Skills in Gestalt counselling & psychotherapy' -- subject(s): Gestalt therapy