A fidelity scale allows an impartial evaluator to assess how closely a therapist’s delivery of therapy aligns with the intended therapeutic approach. The Gestalt Therapy Fidelity Scale was created primarily for use in research, though it may also serve as a valuable tool in training contexts—helping supervisees refine their skills and providing structured feedback during Gestalt therapy supervision.

Developed by Dr. Madeleine Fogarty, this scale offers a standardized way to evaluate adherence to Gestalt principles. Below, you’ll find the scale itself along with supporting documents detailing its development and applications.