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Field theory asserts that
Field theory asserts that
- the organism must be seen in its environment, or in its context, as part of the constantly changing field. (correct)
- human beings have an innate capacity to self-regulate.
- the whole is greater than the sum of its parts.
- phenomenological inquiry is the key to behavior change.
It is essential that counselors establish a relationship with their clients, so that the clients will
It is essential that counselors establish a relationship with their clients, so that the clients will
- feel trusting enough to participate in the learning that can result from Gestalt experiments. (correct)
- be more willing to be involved in process-oriented diagnosis.
- be less focused on the here and now.
- be less divulging during an assessment.
In Gestalt theory, the experiment is
In Gestalt theory, the experiment is
- tailored to fit the client's unique needs and presented in an invitational manner. (correct)
- a ready-made exercise used to achieve a behavioral goal.
- a specific technique of therapy.
- a scientific procedure to assess the effectiveness of therapy.
Often Greta, who struggles to feel good about herself, comes to sessions with slouched posture. In order to help Greta gain a clearer understanding of the inner meaning of her slouched posture, a Gestalt therapist might
Often Greta, who struggles to feel good about herself, comes to sessions with slouched posture. In order to help Greta gain a clearer understanding of the inner meaning of her slouched posture, a Gestalt therapist might
The paradoxical theory of behavior change suggests
The paradoxical theory of behavior change suggests
The basic goal of Gestalt therapy is
The basic goal of Gestalt therapy is
According to the Gestalt perspective, if people do not remember their dreams,
According to the Gestalt perspective, if people do not remember their dreams,
Which of the following is not true about the Gestalt view of the role of confrontation in therapy?
Which of the following is not true about the Gestalt view of the role of confrontation in therapy?
_______________ are preplanned activities that can be used to elicit emotion, produce action, or achieve a specific goal.
_______________ are preplanned activities that can be used to elicit emotion, produce action, or achieve a specific goal.
Contemporary Gestalt therapists view client resistance as a
Contemporary Gestalt therapists view client resistance as a
One of the main contributions of the Gestalt approach is its
One of the main contributions of the Gestalt approach is its
Gestalt therapy is a form of:
Gestalt therapy is a form of:
Erving Polster believes that storytelling:
Erving Polster believes that storytelling:
The Gestalt therapist:
The Gestalt therapist:
Mariah tells her therapist, a Gestaltist, that she dreamt she got married to a pit bull and felt uneasy about telling her parents that she married a dog. When her parents discovered their son-in-law was a pit bull, they disowned her and suddenly became dogs themselves. In response to this dream, Mariah's therapist:
Mariah tells her therapist, a Gestaltist, that she dreamt she got married to a pit bull and felt uneasy about telling her parents that she married a dog. When her parents discovered their son-in-law was a pit bull, they disowned her and suddenly became dogs themselves. In response to this dream, Mariah's therapist:
According to Gestalt theory, all of the following are true about contact except:
According to Gestalt theory, all of the following are true about contact except:
In Gestalt therapy, the relationship between client and counselor is seen as:
In Gestalt therapy, the relationship between client and counselor is seen as:
The five different kinds of contact boundary disturbances include all of the following, except:
The five different kinds of contact boundary disturbances include all of the following, except:
The empty chair technique:
The empty chair technique:
A teenage girl is angry with her parents and cuts on her arm. In Gestalt terms, she is most likely engaging in:
A teenage girl is angry with her parents and cuts on her arm. In Gestalt terms, she is most likely engaging in:
Because of his need to be liked, Jose makes careful efforts to get along with everyone and minimize interpersonal conflicts. Which boundary disturbance is Jose exhibiting?
Because of his need to be liked, Jose makes careful efforts to get along with everyone and minimize interpersonal conflicts. Which boundary disturbance is Jose exhibiting?
_________ involves blurring the differentiation between the self and the environment.
_________ involves blurring the differentiation between the self and the environment.
When a client recognizes he or she has a choice describes which stage of Miriam Polster's three-stage integration sequence?
When a client recognizes he or she has a choice describes which stage of Miriam Polster's three-stage integration sequence?
Which technique takes an anticipated event and brings it into the present moment to act out?
Which technique takes an anticipated event and brings it into the present moment to act out?
When a client learns how to influence his or her environment describes which stage of Miriam Polster's three-stage integration sequence?
When a client learns how to influence his or her environment describes which stage of Miriam Polster's three-stage integration sequence?
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Gestalt Therapy
Gestalt Therapy
A therapy approach that emphasizes the present moment and individual experience, focusing on achieving awareness, contact, and responsibility.
Field Theory
Field Theory
The core concept in Gestalt therapy, emphasizing the idea that a person's experiences are best understood within their complete context.
Contact
Contact
This is a key process in Gestalt therapy aiming to strengthen the connection between clients and their feelings, sensations, and the environment.
Empty Chair Technique
Empty Chair Technique
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Gestalt Experiments
Gestalt Experiments
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Retroflection
Retroflection
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Projection
Projection
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Introjection
Introjection
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Confluence
Confluence
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Making the Rounds
Making the Rounds
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Gestalt Therapist Role
Gestalt Therapist Role
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Non-Directive Approach
Non-Directive Approach
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Gestalt Therapy Process
Gestalt Therapy Process
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Client-Therapist Relationship
Client-Therapist Relationship
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Gestalt Therapy Techniques
Gestalt Therapy Techniques
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Client Autonomy
Client Autonomy
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Client Responsibility
Client Responsibility
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The Importance of Environment
The Importance of Environment
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Whole Self Awareness (Integration)
Whole Self Awareness (Integration)
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Present Moment Focus
Present Moment Focus
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Authenticity
Authenticity
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Paradoxical Theory of Change
Paradoxical Theory of Change
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Emotional Expression and Awareness
Emotional Expression and Awareness
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Needs Fulfillment
Needs Fulfillment
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Acceptance of Both Positive and Negative Traits
Acceptance of Both Positive and Negative Traits
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Creative Expression/Playfulness
Creative Expression/Playfulness
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Self-Empowerment
Self-Empowerment
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Therapeutic Relationship
Therapeutic Relationship
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Self-Actualization
Self-Actualization
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Study Notes
Gestalt Therapy Quiz Answers
- Question 1: Field theory asserts that the whole is greater than the sum of its parts, humans have an innate capacity for self-regulation, and organisms must be understood within their environment.
- Question 2: Counselors must establish a relationship with clients to encourage disclosure during assessments.
- Question 3: In Gestalt therapy, experiments are tailored to clients' unique needs, presented invitationaly.
- Question 4: To help Greta understand her slouched posture, a Gestalt therapist might have her exaggerate the posture.
- Question 5: The paradoxical theory of behavior change suggests that clients should focus on becoming the person they wish to be.
- Question 6: The basic goal of Gestalt therapy is to increase awareness and contact with the environment.
- Question 7: Gestalt perspective suggests that a lack of dream recall could be a refusal to confront issues within a person's life.
- Question 8: A Gestalt view of confrontation in therapy isn't limited to negative traits and it is possible to be both confrontational and gentle.
- Question 9: Pre-planned activities are called cathartic events, exercises, and faulty experiments designed to elicit emotion.
- Question 10: Contemporary Gestalt therapists view client resistance as a way to avoid confrontation, and a sign of poor motivation.
- Question 11: One of the major contributions of the Gestalt approach is its emphasis on appreciating the present moment.
- Question 12: Gestalt therapy is a form of behavior therapy.
- Question 13: Erving Polster believes that storytelling is often a crucial part of therapeutic process.
- Question 14: Gestalt therapists pay attention to nonverbal language and are mainly non-directive.
- Question 15: A therapist working from a Gestalt perspective would assist a client in reliving the dream.
- Question 16: Withdrawal after a good contact experience in Gestalt therapy indicates neurosis.
- Question 17: The client-counselor relationship in Gestalt therapy is viewed as central to the therapeutic process.
- Question 18: Introjection is one type of contact boundary disturbance. Retroflection and projection are other types.
- Question 19: The empty chair method facilitates role reversal helping clients internalize a role.
- Question 20: Engaging in self-harm, such as cutting, may be a form of introjection in Gestalt terms.
- Question 21: Jose's concern to 'get along' with everyone and avoid conflict is a form of confluence.
- Question 22: Confluence is a boundary disturbance that blurs the distinction between oneself and others.
- Question 23: When clients recognize they have options, this is the accommodation stage.
- Question 24: The empty-chair technique brings anticipated events into the present.
- Question 25: The assimilation stage occurs when a client learns to influence their environment.
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Test your knowledge of Gestalt therapy principles and techniques with this quiz. Discover how field theory, client relationships, and awareness play crucial roles in effective therapy. Perfect for students and professionals interested in psychology.
