Intro Flashcards
What is Gestalt Theory
Gestalt Theory is a psychological approach that emphasizes viewing the whole person and their experiences rather than focusing on individual parts
What is the core principle of Gestalt Theory
The core principle of Gestalt Theory is that “the whole is greater than the sum of its parts” meaning that people and experiences should be understood in their entirety
What does Gestalt mean in psychology
In psychology Gestalt refers to a unified or whole form suggesting that humans perceive and interpret things as complete systems rather than in isolation
What is the figure-ground concept in Gestalt Theory
The figure-ground concept describes how people naturally separate objects (the figure) from their background (the ground) in perception and experience
What is the principle of closure in Gestalt Theory
The principle of closure suggests that people tend to fill in missing information to perceive a complete image or experience even when parts are incomplete
What is the principle of proximity in Gestalt Theory
The principle of proximity states that objects or people that are close to each other are perceived as being related or grouped together
What is the principle of similarity in Gestalt Theory
The principle of similarity means that objects or people that look alike are perceived as belonging together or forming a pattern
What is the principle of continuity in Gestalt Theory
The principle of continuity suggests that people tend to perceive connected and continuous patterns rather than disjointed or broken ones
What is the principle of symmetry in Gestalt Theory
The principle of symmetry states that people are inclined to perceive symmetrical objects or patterns as a whole and balanced
What is the concept of contact in Gestalt Therapy
Contact refers to the process of interacting with others and the environment while maintaining a sense of self-awareness and boundaries
What is the idea of “here and now” in Gestalt Therapy
Gestalt Therapy emphasizes focusing on the present moment “here and now” rather than dwelling on the past or future
What is unfinished business in Gestalt Therapy
Unfinished business refers to unresolved emotions or experiences from the past that continue to affect a person in the present
What role does awareness play in Gestalt Therapy
Awareness is central in Gestalt Therapy as clients are encouraged to become more conscious of their thoughts emotions and behaviors in the present moment
What is the empty chair technique in Gestalt Therapy
The empty chair technique is a role-playing method where clients imagine they are speaking to someone or something important to express unresolved feelings
What is the goal of Gestalt Therapy
The goal of Gestalt Therapy is to help individuals gain self-awareness take responsibility for their actions and integrate different parts of themselves for holistic growth
