Gestalt Counselling in Action (Counselling in Action series) Book

`The reader looking for a clear and comprehensive introduction to Gestalt counselling need look no further. This work can be recommended wholeheartedly' - British Gestalt Journal `A handy update on Gestalt... that shows it to be a mature and sophisticated approach to personality that has lost little of its inventiveness, iconoclasm and authenticity... a very useful source book' - Self & Society Written by Petr[-]uska Clarkson, bestselling author and internationally-renowned expert, Gestalt Counselling in Action is the ideal guide to theory and practice for trainees and practitioners. Drawing on some 30 years' experience as a practitioner, trainer and supervisor, the author outlines clearly the theoretical and philosophical basis of Gestalt therapy. Relating theory to practice, the book follows the developmental stages of the counselling process, providing extensive examples of therapy and ideas for the specific techniques appropriate to each stage and to different clients.Taking account of developments in theory and practice, this bestselling book has been revised and updated, making it as fresh and relevant as ever for today's students and practitioners.Read More