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Experiential work forms the core of our training curriculum. The candidate
will observe actual sessions done by training staff, and will work as a supervised therapist, both with an ongoing clinical caseload and in varied practicum settings.
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Gestalt Therapy Practicum: During practicum sessions, trainees do actual therapy
sessions with one another in small groups while supervised by faculty members.
Discussion of the session immediately follows and may include theoretical issues,
developmental issues, personal blocks, and suggestions for growth.
Demonstration Hour: Various members of the training staff work individually with
candidates in each level, providing the opportunity to demonstrate the application of
Gestalt theory to Gestalt therapy. A discussion period follows each session.
Clinical Internship: Beginning in the second semester of the first year, students will treat clients from our
clinic under the supervision of a faculty member. These clients may remain with the
student after graduation from the institute.
Weekend Workshop in Gestalt Therapy: Each year, candidates are required to
participate in one weekend workshop in intensive Gestalt Therapy conducted by staff
members.
Intensive Training Workshop: Trainees in levels one and two attend a four-day
intensive training workshop during the summer or early fall. Candidates have an
opportunity to work as supervised psychotherapists and to experience intensive personal
psychotherapy.
Intensive Training Weekend Workshop: A weekend intensive training workshop is held during the spring term for upper level trainees.
Supervision in Gestalt Therapy: Supervision takes place in small groups, which
meet for forty sessions during the calendar year. Candidates present their clinic cases
to the supervisor, utilizing audio and video tapes.
