Asked by SAURABH GOYAL on May 15, 2024
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Maurice is working with a 32-year-old male client,Jesse,who has presented in therapy after the recent,unexpected death of his mother.Jesse reports that he has not cried much; rather he has taken charge where he has needed to in his family and has supported his dad,and his two younger sisters with regular phone calls and visits.Recently,Jesse reports feeling extremely angry with his father,who after only 3 months is dating a new woman.Jesse found out about the woman when he showed up at his parent's house one evening after work to check-in on his dad and found them having dinner together.Jesse reports that he is trying to be strong for his sisters and to remain loving toward his father,but he is finding it more and more difficult to be the hero in the family.An example of an early phase goal for Jesse would be _________________________________________.
A) decrease suppression of feelings and increase ability to express more vulnerable emotions.
B) increase differentiation from family of origin to decrease intensity of feelings
C) increase ability to confront family members
D) reduce intensity of feelings by minimizing their importance
Suppression of Feelings
The conscious or unconscious act of avoiding or denying emotions, which can impact mental health and therapy outcomes.
Phase Goal
Objectives set for a particular stage in a process, such as during a therapeutic or developmental phase.
Vulnerable Emotions
Deep, often painful emotions that expose an individual's innermost fears, insecurities, and true self.
- Clarify the principle of awareness and underscore its relevance in the practice of Gestalt therapy.
- Comprehend the significance of present-moment experiences within therapeutic settings.
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Learning Objectives
- Clarify the principle of awareness and underscore its relevance in the practice of Gestalt therapy.
- Comprehend the significance of present-moment experiences within therapeutic settings.
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