Choose an Experiment – From the list above, choose one of these experiments to conduct with a “client.” While it would be nice for you
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A key aspect of applying various therapeutic approaches in Gestalt Group Therapy has to do with different experimentation. Gestalt therapy likes to focus on moving from talking about issues to creating actions for change. Experiments allow group members to practice these new behaviors in a safe and trusting environment.
Review some of the techniques/experiments in chapter 11 as listed below and CHOOSE ONE for this assignment.
- Experiments with Internal Dialogues
- Making the Rounds
- Fantasy Approaches
- Rehearsal
- The Exaggeration Technique
- Dream Work in Groups
1) Choose an Experiment – From the list above, choose one of these experiments to conduct with a “client.” While it would be nice for you to practice with a small group of individuals, you are only required to practice one of these techniques with one individual. So find another willing friend, family member, or coworker to be your fake client! Some of these exercises might require that you use a “group,” such as Making the Rounds. Reminder that it is important to practice applying these types of theories instead of simply reading about them!
2) Conduct Mock Experiment – Please know that you are on the Honor System to ensure that you conduct an actual mock experiment in this Advanced level Direct Practice concentration where experience and practice are key!
- Practice introducing the experiment to your “client” and explain what they will be doing and why
- Complete Gestalt experiment of your choice from the list
- Provide appropriate feedback to your client
- Then practice closing your session by recapping and summarizing what was learned
3) Report on Your Experience – Provide a written summary of your experience in APA format. – 30 points
- Provide insight into your client such as their age, gender, occupation, etc. but no name should be given.
- Make sure you have headers to clearly identify and clarify the different sections covered.
- Cite your information within your paper when you reference information you used from the text as I will be looking to see where you took the information learned and applied it to your experiences.
- Your summary should identify what you did, how it went, and your thoughts/reflections on the process as well as your performance. Did it go well? Where there areas you could improve on? Did you like the experiment? Do you feel it would be beneficial? Is there anything your would change? How would you use this with an entire group versus just an individual?
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