Gestalt Therapy: A Guide to Contemporary Practice

by Philip Brownell

This book is a practical, professional reference on the practice of Gestalt Therapy (GT) by Philip Brownell, a leading practitioner and scholar in the field. The book covers the philosophical basics of GT and contrasts it with various types of psychotherapeutic approaches. The book also provides guidelines on how to apply GT principles to therapeutic practice with clients. Lastly, the authors cover training on a post-graduate level, certification, and continuing education issues relevant for the practicing therapist. Key Features:

Genres: Psychology

288 pages, Paperback

First published March 18, 2010

Reviews

[Eugene Pustoshkin · Rating 3 out of 5]

It is a very intelligent and nicely-written book. The author provides good sources for future references. It is not as practical as it is providing a general philosophical and cultural background for contemporary Gestalt therapy tradition. Still, there is something vital missing in such approaches to Gestalt. Might try and read some other works by the author. His background in theology and decisiveness in referring to complex philosophical systems (such as Heidegger and Kant) seems promising. No transpersonal glimpses in the book though; the reflections are mostly limited to existential realities.

[Vladimir · Rating 2 out of 5]

The 'philosophical' part lacks clarity and is not well organized. The text is too repetitive, some phrases and qutos are repeared three or more times, sometimes twice on the same page. There is not much useful stuff for practicing therapists, and in this respect the title is entitely misleading.