Gestalt psychology
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Could you please give me a brief summary of the strengths and weaknesses of using the Gestalt approach in working with Patrick, and how you would proceed with Patrick if he were a client? For example, what would the goals of therapy be, strategies and/or techniques you might use, any gender/age, ethical or legal issues. Client profile attached. (not a real person). Please identify sources used.
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Gestalt psychology is analyzed clearly within the scope of this case.
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Gestalt psychology is a German word meaning "an organized whole" which fit well with the focus on studying whole patterns rather than small pieces of them. Today the idea has transformed into a study of cognitive psychology which focuses not only on perception but also on learning, memory, thought processes and problem solving.
Having said this Patrick appears to be a patient who has problems which ...
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