Our History

Malcolm Parlett and Marianne Fry brought Gestalt training to the South West in 1985.

GSW was formed as an Association in 1987 with the aim of :

 

• initiating and fostering the development of the Gestalt approach in the South West of the UK
  
• applying Gestalt theory to therapy, training and consultation
  
• establishing an approachable and supportive Gestalt community
  
• improving communication both between existing Gestalt practitioners and other professionals interested in the Gestalt approach
  
• Regular training events were set up at this time which have developed into a well-established integrated training programme.
  
• GSW is now a Company Limited by Guarantee.