Crazy Quilt (theory)

Crazy Quilt theory is a perspective in psychotherapy that views a person’s mind as a patchwork of diverse, sometimes conflicting, emotional and cognitive experiences. Like a quilt composed of irregular fabric pieces, each fragment represents different memories, beliefs, or feelings. Therapy aims to help integrate these fragments into a more cohesive and harmonious sense of self, honoring the complexity rather than eliminating or suppressing parts. It emphasizes understanding the whole person as a mosaic of diverse influences, promoting acceptance and personal growth through acceptance of this natural diversity within oneself.