Category Archives: Theory

Paradoxical Theory of Change

Posted on February 29, 2012 by James

Aside from having an excellent name this theory is one of the most important in Gestalt and other therapies, regardless of what they choose to call it… It basically suggests that one cannot change something unless one first becomes aware of it … Continue reading →

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Good Enough

Posted on November 20, 2011 by James

From the work of Donald Winnicott, the good enough parent allows their child to grow at its own pace, supporting when necessary. Giving the child a feeling of being gently supported rather than dropped. This allows the child to feel … Continue reading →

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Topdog vs. Underdog

Posted on July 30, 2011 by James

The top dog is the part of a person that requires that person adheres to societies standards, similarly to introjects this required adherence is often distinguished by “shoulds”, “oughts”, “musts” etc. The underdog is the part of the person that makes excuses … Continue reading →

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