An integrative approach
Integrative psychotherapy is an eclectic approach, bringing together various belief systems. Ideas or techniques from theoretical frameworks, such as Gestalt, Psychosynthesis, Neuro-linguistic programming, Systemic, Contextual and Jungian backgrounds will be used interchangeably.
That is because an integrative method is based on the belief that no one theory holds all the answers and that by integrating them, ‘blind spots’ will be reduced. It is as if the therapist has a set of varying ‘lenses’.
Apart from using different traditions, work will also be done to integrate the whole person, that is body, emotions,
cognition and spirituality. In order to tap into these different aspects of a person, exploration can be assisted by
meditation and visualisation, drama, intuitive drawing and painting, music and stories.