The purpose of this assignment is for you to gain a comprehensive understanding of four prominent therapeutic theories: Psychoanalytic, Existential, Gestalt, and Cognitive-Behavioral. By completing this presentation, you will have the opportunity to provide an overview of each theory, discuss therapeutic techniques associated with them, and demonstrate your knowledge of key concepts and principles. Create a 12-15-slide presentation that provides an overview of the following theories:
• Psychoanalytic
• Existential
• Gestalt
• Cognitive-Behavioral
Include the following in your presentation:
• A title, introduction, conclusion, and reference slide. (4 slides minimum)
• A description of each theory. (4 slides minimum)
• Discuss at least two therapeutic techniques for each of the four theories. For example, under the Gestalt therapy you may choose to discuss an example of “using now language” and “empty-chair” technique. (4 slides minimum)
Utilize two to three scholarly sources including information from the textbook and the GCU library. Information from non-peer-reviewed resources (e.g., simplypsychology.com, about.com, and Wikipedia) will not be accepted.
Title slide and reference slide are included in the slide count. Include speaker notes below each content-related slide that represent what would be said if giving the presentation in person. Expand upon the information included in the slide and do not simply restate it. Please ensure the speaker notes include a minimum of 100 words.
While APA style is not required for the body of this assignment, solid academic writing is expected, and documentation of sources should be presented using APA formatting guidelines, which can be found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center.