Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Psychology

Chapter

Therapeutic Approaches

Question:
In gestalt therapy, the therapist encourages the client to:
Options:
Reflect on past traumatic experiences
Suppress emotions and desires for self-control
Act out fantasies and express blocked-out feelings
Rely on the therapist for guidance and decision-making
Correct Answer:
Act out fantasies and express blocked-out feelings
Explanation:
In gestalt therapy, the therapist encourages the client to act out fantasies about feelings and conflicts. This approach helps the client become aware of and express emotions that may have been blocked out from their awareness.