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PAUL GOODMAN

 Paul Goodman was perhaps one of the greatest philosophical minds of our times. Best-known for his book, Growing Up Absurd, published in 1960, Goodman was often described as "utopian" in his theoretical outlook and philosophy. He was the prototypical starving artist- discouraged and marginalized, rarely making ends meet to support his wife and two children. Midlife found him overwhelmed with uncertainty.  It was during this time that he met Fritz and Laura Perls and became one of the first students at the New York Institute. Perls' ideas blended well with Goodman's and they were soon involved in a rich collaboration to co-author the writing of the 1951 edition of Gestalt Therapy: Excitement and Growth in the Human Personality.
“I have learned to have very modest goals for society and myself; things like clean air, green grass, children with bright eyes, not being pushed around, useful work that suits one's abilities, plain tasty food, and occasional satisfying nookie.”
― Paul Goodman
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All appointments are virtual until further notice

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  • Home
  • Our Services
  • Our Purpose
  • Contact
  • Training and Events
  • Couples Therapy & Retreats
  • Mind Blog
  • About Gestalt Therapy
  • Gestalt Core Principles
  • Sheree Johnson, Ph.D.
  • Reading Room
  • Links
  • Introduction to Gestalt Therapy
  • Community Resources & Events