title: An outcome study of gestalt-oriented growth workshops.
abstract: Compared to other intervention modalities, there are relatively few outcome studies of gestalt therapy. This study aimed to address this gap by evaluating the therapeutic effects of four gestalt-oriented group workshops designed to enhance well-being in professionals trained as social workers, counselors, and psychologists. The results of this preliminary, uncontrolled study indicated that the 55 participants had better emotional well-being and experienced a heightened sense of hope following the workshops. The factors leading to these positive outcomes are discussed.
authors.affiliation: Department of Social Work and Social Administration at the University of Hong Kong. gsmleung@hku.hk
authors.forename: Grace Suk Man
authors.initials: GS
authors.lastname: Leung
authors.forename: Timothy Yuk Ki
authors.initials: TY
authors.lastname: Leung
authors.forename: Monica Lai Tuen
authors.initials: ML
authors.lastname: Ng
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D004493:Education / Q000379:methods; D005260:Female; D005864:Gestalt Therapy / Q000379:methods*; D006282:Health Personnel / Q000523:psychology*; D006723:Hong Kong; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D010549:Personal Satisfaction; D010865:Pilot Projects; D011615:Psychotherapy, Group / Q000379:methods; D016896:Treatment Outcome