Skills in Gestalt: Counselling & Psychotherapy 

This practical guide to the gestalt approach has successfully introduced thousands of trainee therapists to the essential skills needed in gestalt practice. It offers guidance on the entire process of therapy, including setting up the therapeutic session, creating a working alliance, assessment and treatment direction, managing risk, supervision, adopting a research approach, and managing difficult encounters.

"This is an all-inclusive, whistle-stop tour of how to practice contemporary Gestalt. I recommend this as a valuable resource for anyone who wants to learn more about contemporary Gestalt theory and practice."

- Anne Gibert, Gestalt psychotherapist and supervisor

READ CHAPTER: INTRO TO GESTALT THERAPY

Gestalt Counselling in Action

With over 40,000 copies sold worldwide, Petruska Clarkson's classic textbook offers the definitive introduction to the theory and practice of Gestalt. This fourth edition brings in the latest Gestalt theory, research and practice whilst preserving the author's lively and authoritative style.

"An excellent overview of Gestalt Therapy. Up to date, and illustrated with a wealth of case material." 

- Mr John Perry, School of Medicine, Southampton University 

read chapter: fundamentals of Gestalt

An Introduction to Gestalt

The new comprehensive introduction to Gestalt therapy from top authors in the field, this fills a gap for an accessible Gestalt text that will be relevant to coaching trainees as well as those in the counselling and psychotherapy field.

"An excellent introduction to Gestalt Therapy. Explanations are clear and easy to understand and the personal illustrations and examples from the author are very helpful."

- Mrs Julie Wyman, Devon Counselling College

READ CHAPTER: RELATIONSHIP IN GESTALT PRACTICE

Gestalt Counselling in a Nutshell

As part of the bestselling Counselling in Nutshell Series, this book provides a concise and accessible introduction to the key elements of the theory and practice of Gestalt Therapy for the absolute beginner. The book introduces:

• the origins of the approach 
• the key theory and concepts
• the skills and techniques important to practice.

read chapter: excitement, anxiety & experiment