An Introduction to Gestalt

Author: Charlotte Sills
Publisher: SAGE
ISBN: 1446290603
Category : Psychology
Languages : en
Pages : 262

Book Description
This thoroughly revised edition of Gestalt Counselling introduces the fundamental concepts of Gestalt and systematically demonstrates how to apply and use these in practice. Taking a relational perspective, the expert authors explore how Gestalt can be used in a wide variety of ′helping conversations′ from counselling, psychotherapy and coaching to mentoring, managing, consulting and guiding. A Each chapter contains case examples from the therapeutic world and a ′running case study′ featuring ongoing coaching work moves throughout the book, with diagrams and lists for further reading making this the ideal text for use in training. The accessible, engaging writing style will appeal to undergraduates and postgraduates alike. Charlotte Sills is a practitioner and supervisor in private practice, a tutor at Metanoia Institute and a tutor and supervisor of coaching at Ashridge CollegeBusiness School. She is the author or co-author of many books and articles on therapeutic work. Phil Lapworth is a counsellor, psychotherapist and supervisor in private practice near Bath and has written extensively in the field of counselling and psychotherapy. Billy Desmond is a Gestalt psychotherapist, executive coach and organisational development consultant. He is a member of Ashridge College and a Programme Director of Partnering and Consulting in ChangeHead of the Gestalt Department at Metanoia Insititute, and tutor and consultant at Ashridge Business School.

Gestalt Therapy Practice

Author: Gro Skottun
Publisher: Routledge
ISBN: 1000427765
Category : Psychology
Languages : en
Pages : 311

Book Description
This essential new book gives the reader an introduction to the fundamental concepts of gestalt therapy in a stimulating and accessible style. It supports the study and practice of gestalt therapy for clinicians of all backgrounds, reflecting a practice-based pedagogy that emphasises experiential learning. The content in this book builds on the curriculum taught at the Norwegian Gestalt Institute University College (NGI). The material is divided into four main sections. In the first section, the theoretical basis for gestalt therapy is presented with references to gestalt psychology, field theory, phenomenology, and existential philosophy. In the later parts, central theoretical terms and practical models are discussed, such as the paradoxical theory of change, creative adjustment, self, contact, contact forms, awareness, polarities, and process models. Clinical examples illustrate the therapy form’s emphasis on the relational meeting between therapist and client. Detailed description of gestalt therapy theory from the time of the gestalt psychologists to today, with abundant examples from clinical practice, distinguishes this book from other texts. It will be of great value to therapists, coaches, and students of gestalt therapy.

Consenting to Grace

Author: Tilda Norberg
Publisher: Gestalt Pastoral Care
ISBN: 9780965870719
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
Languages : en
Pages : 336

Book Description
Set in the context of the author's own healing journey, this resource integrates healing prayer, spiritual companioning, and insights from Gestalt psychotherapy in the faith that God is already at work in each of these arenas to bring healing.

Skills in Gestalt Counselling & Psychotherapy

Author: Phil Joyce
Publisher: SAGE
ISBN: 1446244989
Category : Psychology
Languages : en
Pages : 289

Book Description
Skills in Gestalt Counselling & Psychotherapy, Second Edition is a practical introduction to the application of the Gestalt approach at each stage of the therapeutic process. Taking the reader through these stages, the book focuses on skills which arise out of Gestalt theory as well as those invoked by the therapeutic relationship. As well as offering guidance on practice issues affecting counsellors such as assessment and treatment considerations, using a variety of Gestalt techniques, and developing client awareness, this fully updated edition has been expanded to represent new developments in the psychotherapy field. New material includes: - the implications of neuroscience and psychotherapy outcome research for the therapeutic relationship - new chapters exploring action research, disturbed and disturbing clients, and Gestalt supervision and coaching - short-term work in primary care and the NHS. This is an ideal text for use on counselling and counselling skills courses, especially those training in Gestalt, and recommended reading for anyone who uses Gestalt skills in their work.

Gestalt Therapy

Author: Georges Wollants
Publisher: SAGE
ISBN: 0857029851
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 161

Book Description
This seminal textbook on Gestalt therapy refreshes the theory of by revisiting its European roots. Taking the basic premise that people do the best they can in relation to their own situation, leading European therapist Georges Wollants explains Gestalt theory and provides a useful critique of commonly taught concepts. Each section approaches a key area of psychotherapy theory in context, while chapter summaries, illustrations and worked-through case examples help to make the theory accessible to all those training in Gestalt therapy. Commentaries from current experts in different areas of Gestalt provide a balanced overview of Gestalt therapy today.

Gestalt Therapy

Author: Frederick S. Perls
Publisher: Souvenir Press
ISBN: 9780285626652
Category : Gestalt psychology
Languages : en
Pages : 470

Book Description
First published 1951. A series of experiments in self-therapy designed to develop an awareness of self and a growth of the personality

Gestalt Psychology

Author: Wolfgang Köhler
Publisher: W. W. Norton & Company
ISBN: 9780871402189
Category : Psychology
Languages : en
Pages : 388

Book Description
"The general reader, if he looks to psychology for something more than entertainment or practical advice, will discover in this book a storehouse of searching criticism and brilliant suggestions from the pen of a rare thinker, and one who occupies a leading position in theoretical psychology today." --Atlantic Monthly

Gestalt Therapy

Author: Ansel L. Woldt
Publisher: SAGE Publications
ISBN: 1452262233
Category : Psychology
Languages : en
Pages : 425

Book Description
Gestalt Therapy: History, Theory, and Practice is an introductory text, written by major Gestalt theorists, that will engage those new to Gestalt therapy. Editors Ansel Woldt and Sarah M. Toman introduce the historical underpinnings and fundamental concepts of Gestalt therapy and illustrate applications of those concepts to therapeutic practice. The book is unique in that it is the first Gestalt text specifically designed for the academic and training institute settings. Gestalt Therapy takes both a conceptual and a practical approach to examining classic and cutting-edge constructs.

Gestalt Approaches in Counseling

Author: William R. Passons
Publisher: Harcourt Brace College Publishers
ISBN:
Category : Psychology
Languages : en
Pages : 280

Book Description

Gestalt Therapy

Author: Dave Mann
Publisher: Routledge
ISBN: 1136930612
Category : Psychology
Languages : en
Pages : 409

Book Description
Gestalt therapy offers a present-focused, relational approach, central to which is the fundamental belief that the client knows the best way of adjusting to their situation. By working to heighten awareness through dialogue and creative experimentation, gestalt therapists create the conditions for a client's personal journey to health. Gestalt Therapy: 100 Key Points and Techniques provides a concise guide to this flexible and far-reaching approach. Topics discussed include: the theoretical assumptions underpinning gestalt therapy gestalt assessment and process diagnosis field theory, phenomenology and dialogue ethics and values evaluation and research. As such this book will be essential reading for gestalt trainees, as well as all counsellors and psychotherapists wanting to learn more about the gestalt approach.