Our theory is one of inclusion and connection; we celebrate each person's uniqueness and full emergence. "GAP" is a post-graduate psychotherapy institute committed to the teaching, practice, and continued development of Gestalt Therapy. Our practice has been enriched and deepened by the integration of such modern and ancient disciplines as communications and family systems theory, contemporary exi
stentialism, inter-subjectivity theory, self psychology, and Zen Buddhism. This allows for a creative and flexible approach, which enhances the development of each therapist's creativity and unique personal style. We offer low-fee individual, group and couples therapy in our clinic. Our 4-year program consists of a combination of lecture, Demonstration, and Practicum work. Our extensive faculty is devoted to teaching the fundamentals of Gestalt therapy theory with an emphasis on hands-on experiential learning. Our New York State Gestalt Psychoanalytic Program leads to a License in Psychoanlysis (LP). Eligible participants complete our Clinical Fellowship program plus a set of State required courses in psychoanalysis and become qualified to sit for the NYS Psychoanalyst Licensing exam. Candidates with a Master's Degree in any field may apply. Our core curriculum includes: Foundational Gestalt Theory, Character Styles, Working with the Body, Gestalt Group Therapy, Dreamwork, and Developing an Embodied Practice. Training candidates treat clients in our low-fee clinic and develop the beginning of a private practice while training with us and attending weekly supervision with a faculty member. Upon graduation, trainees may take their clinic clients into their private practice. Classes take place on 20 Friday evenings from 6-9pm from October to May, and include a few additional weekend seminars and workshops through the year. Our 1-year Practioner program offers participants an introduction to Gestalt Therapy theory and practice and provides the opportunity to explore the application of Gestalt principles to allied fields. The program meets every other Friday evening from 6-9pm from October through May. For more information, visit our webiste at gestaltassociates.org
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