Introduction to Relational Gestalt Therapy: Experiential Workshop
This full-day professional development workshop offers practitioners an accessible and engaging introduction to Relational Gestalt Therapy - a dynamic, experiential modality that supports people to deepen self-awareness, strengthen relational connection, and navigate life's complexity with greater creativity and presence. Delivery blends didactic teaching, structured experiential exercises, and facilitated group reflection, offering a balance of theory and embodied learning. The format allows participants to experience Gestalt principles firsthand, making it particularly valuable for practitioners seeking to understand how this modality feels from the inside before applying it with clients. The workshop is suitable for counsellors, psychotherapists, and other allied health professionals at any stage of their career - whether exploring Gestalt for the first time or looking to deepen an existing interest.
Topics covered include:
- The foundational principles of Gestalt psychotherapy, including awareness, contact, and the field
- The relational and dialogical dimensions of Gestalt practice
- Phenomenological inquiry and how it applies to therapeutic work
- Experiential exercises designed to bring Gestalt concepts into lived experience
- Reflective discussion on integrating Gestalt approaches into clinical practice
Presenter:
Tine Mueller - Master of Gestalt Psychotherapy
Rosemary Bower - Master of Gestalt Psychotherapy
Disclaimer:
The content of this endorsed CPD course is provided by the external course provider. Attendees are encouraged to approach the material with an open mind and consider diverse perspectives, particularly those from lived experiences related to the topics discussed. For feedback regarding the course, please contact the course provider directly.