List and describe three criticisms leveled against Gestalt therapy that were discussed in the textbook
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(2)
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Answers:
1. Over-emphasis on individualism—Many critics see selfishness and cruelty in the individualism inherent in Gestalt therapy. Critics have also said that the individualism is bound to the culture of affluent White American males.
2. Anti-intellectualism—Perls conceptualized the intellect as a defense mechanism designated to avoid experiencing the truth.
3. Philosophical sloppiness—Many theorists have said that without original research Perls cobbled together a theory to justify a set of practices.
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