Meisner Repetition Exercises as a Tool for Deliberate Practice in Psychotherapy: A Gestalt Therapy Exploration

ABSTRACT This article investigates the application of Sanford Meisner's pedagogical methodology for actors in the professional training of psychotherapists and counselors, with a specific focus on the role of repetition exercises within Meisner's system and their potential to enhance the competencies of gestalt therapists, psychotherapists, and counselors more broadly. By examining the foundational principles of Meisner's technique and gestalt therapy, the article aims to demonstrate how the repetition exercises can significantly contribute to the development of essential transtheoretical competencies and those specific to gestalt therapists, potentially serving as a tool for deliberate practice. This article synthesizes theoretical insights and outlines stages of practical application to provide a comprehensive understanding of the training process.