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by Ms Jennifer Mackewn (Author) "The beginning stages of counselling and therapy are especially significant as initial conditions and people's first impressions of each other generally make a great impact..." (more)
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  • Paperback: 272 pages
  • Publisher: Sage Publications Ltd (24 Nov 1997)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 0803978618
  • ISBN-13: 978-0803978614
  • Product Dimensions: 21.4 x 13.6 x 1.5 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (1 customer review)
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 187,405 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)
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`In this eminently sensible, practical and thought-provoking book, Jennifer Mackewn takes gestalt light years forwards towards a synthesis and integration of psychological styles and away from what she describes as "Perlism". I agree with her: this is a book for therapists, not principally for gestaltists... In inviting the reader to "pick and choose" from the many and varied, always practical, hands-on approach chapters... Jennifer Mackewn hopes we will both enjoy her book and find it of use. This reader, commending the book to you all, has no doubt that both her hopes will be fulfilled' - Self & Society

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`In this eminently sensible, practical and thought-provoking book, Jennifer Mackewn takes gestalt light years forward towards a synthesis and integration of psychological styles and away from what she describes as "Perlism". I agree with her: this is a book for therapists, not principally for gestaltists... In inviting the reader to "pick and choose" from the many and varied, always practical, hands-on approach chapters... Jennifer Mackewn hopes we will both enjoy her book and find it of use. This reader, commending the book to you all, has no doubt that both her hopes will be fulfilled' - Self & Society

Describing contemporary integrative Gestalt counselling and psychotherapy, this book addresses 30 key issues which will help both trainee and practising counsellors examine and improve crucial areas of their work.

The field theoretical and relational model which underpins the book suggests that therapy is a complex process which requires therapists to be intuitive and self-aware while engaging in a number of interrelated therapeutic tasks. The importance of meeting clients person-to-person in a meaningful relationship is highlighted. Jennifer Mackewn encourages counsellors to focus on areas that they may feel need special attention, and shows them how to blend their skills into a subtle and versatile art form. The book covers vital aspects of Gestalt counselling and psychotherapy, such as: appreciating the significance of beginnings; understanding the client's context; the dialogic relationship; contact and awareness; exploring life themes and support systems; and experimental and creative methods.


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5.0 out of 5 stars Very helpful book, especially for students, 11 Sep 2000
By G. E. Langridge (Surrey, UK) - See all my reviews
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MacKewan does not go into great detail about the basic theory of Gestalt, as this is covered more fully in 'Gestalt Counselling in Action' by Clarkson. However, I found her summary of the theory immensely clear and helpful. For me, this book made sense of modern Gestalt in a way that other books had failed to do.

The main part of the book covers a variety of areas in a practical and sensitive way. Some issues covered are: attending to beginnings, experiments, polarities, unfinished business and creative indifference.

I have found that this is a book to dip back into again and again. For any counselling student who is having trouble getting to grips with Gestalt (as I was) I recommend buying and reading this book.

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