Rabia was referred to a therapist when she was suffering from severe self-doubt and social anxiety. She was encouraged by the therapist to act out her fantasies about feelings and conflicts within her. This enabled Rabia to develop self-acceptance and emotional integration. Identify, which approach was the therapist using?

Gestalt therapy

The correct answer is Option (3) → Gestalt therapy

Gestalt Therapy: The German word gestalt means ‘whole’. This therapy was given by Freiderick (Fritz) Perls together with his wife Laura Perls. The goal of gestalt therapy is to increase an individual’s self-awareness and self-acceptance. The client is taught to recognise the bodily processes and the emotions that are being blocked out from awareness. The therapist does this by encouraging the client to act out fantasies about feelings and conflicts. This therapy can also be used in group settings.