Unit Objectives
"Understand the variety of models of a unit of work. Be able to apply the Gestalt methodology in working with a client."
Understanding Theory
Gestalt Hologram, Long term work, Impasse, Contact episodes, Phases of therapeutic relationship, Using the awareness cycle as a guide, Application of phenomenological method, Application of field theory.
Four phases of unit::
- what is
- focusing
- engagement
- closure
Tight therapeutic sequences
, Empty Chair work
Personal Development
"Confidence , Creativity , Aesthetics , Self awareness , Bracketing , Curiosity"
Practice Skills
Timing, Sequencing, , Working with creative void , Knowing when allow ripening process and when to engage/intervene , Theory -ability to relate theory to therapy process/choices, Asking How questions, Focus towards direct experience, Listening , Tracking, Asking focusing questions (what aware/want/feel/do/avoid/expect), Theme identification, Enactment, Exaggeration, Guided fantasy, Loosening (e.g. opposites), Integrating experience (juxtaposing), Explore rather than gratify client wishes, Safety and grounding, Working with impasse, Process rather than content, Work in the now, Experiential learning, Establish therapeutic alliance, Complete a unit of work in time available, with appropriate closure, Mapping a figure in field terms, Holding field and figure simultaneously, Exploring field conditions, Asking What and How questions, Using the empty chair.