Articles by Dr. Oaklander
By Articles by Dr. Oaklander
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From Windows to Our Children to Hidden Treasure: A Span of 25 Years
The need for good work with children is astounding. It seems that the problems children face have increased exponentially over the years all over the world. In spite of the popularity of Windows To Our Children, I was continually asked…
What is Gestalt Therapy
Basically, Gestalt therapy is a process-oriented mode of therapy that focuses attention on the healthy, integrated functioning of the total organism comprised of the senses, the body, the emotions and the intellect. It was originally developed by Frederick(Fritz) and Laura…
Experiences to Strengthen the Self
The Senses Touching: Putting objects in a bag and guessing what they are. Describing the feel of various textures. Finger painting; using wet clay; running ones hands through sand. Listing words that describe some touching sensation, (as bumpy, fluffy, slippery,…
Description of the Therapeutic Process
Note:This handout was written to be given to parents and is also useful for teachers. The following is a brief description of the therapeutic process: Establishing the therapeutic relationship Your child and I will spend time getting to know one…
On Bedwetting
Did you know that children who wet the bed are actually trying to take care of themselves? When they were very young something was happening that made them anxious and they had no way of expressing themselves or finding some…