Roger knows that he is unhappy but instead of dealing with his feelings due to fear, he buries himself in his work. According to Gestalt therapists, Roger would be said to be in _______________.

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According to Gestalt therapy, the phobic layer is characterized by avoiding or denying feelings due to fear of them being too overwhelming. Roger's burying himself in work instead of dealing with his unhappiness suggests that he may be in the phobic layer.

Roger Knows That He Is Unhappy but Instead of Dealing