Gestalt Therapists in Wilbraham, MA
Andrea is licensed as an Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC 1) and Doctorate of Social Work (DWS). In addition, Andrea is certified in trauma and can help adult clients to work on their internalized emotions, mental health disorders, and keeping their sobriety in substance use, and alcohol addiction. She utilizes different approaches and modalities in Motivational Interviewing, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectic Behavioral Therapy, Somatic Psychotherapy, and Gestalt Therapy.
Andrea is licensed as an Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC 1) and Doctorate of Social Work (DWS). In addition, Andrea is certified in trauma and can help adult clients to work on their internalized emotions, mental health disorders, and keeping their sobriety in substance use, and alcohol addiction. She utilizes different approaches and modalities in Motivational Interviewing, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectic Behavioral Therapy, Somatic Psychotherapy, and Gestalt Therapy.
The approaches I utilize include family systems, psychodynamic, emotionally focused, humanistic, inner child healing, grief counseling, Gestalt, and creative expression.
Not accepting new clients at this time. I am a licensed mental health counselor with 28 years of clinical experience. I help individual adults address depression, anxiety, family of origin issues, communication difficulties, grief and loss, life changes, stress, and spirituality. My therapeutic approach is collaborative and client-centered. I enjoy supporting each client's process of growth and I believe in the capability of each client to change and evolve. I do not treat eating disorders, sexual difficulties, or addictions (alcohol, substances, food, pornography, internet gaming, spending, gambling, etc.).
The approaches I utilize include family systems, psychodynamic, emotionally focused, humanistic, inner child healing, grief counseling, Gestalt, and creative expression.
Not accepting new clients at this time. I am a licensed mental health counselor with 28 years of clinical experience. I help individual adults address depression, anxiety, family of origin issues, communication difficulties, grief and loss, life changes, stress, and spirituality. My therapeutic approach is collaborative and client-centered. I enjoy supporting each client's process of growth and I believe in the capability of each client to change and evolve. I do not treat eating disorders, sexual difficulties, or addictions (alcohol, substances, food, pornography, internet gaming, spending, gambling, etc.).
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I have extensive training in many areas including Gestalt Therapy, Mindfulness Meditation, Somatic Experiencing, Focusing & Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy.
Suffering results from our disconnection from our self, our bodies, friends, families and world and the Divine. This may manifest as anxiety, depression or other difficulties depending on an individual's in-born biology and life experiences. I work collaboratively with each individual according to their needs and desires. I am most interested in facilitating lasting change at the deepest level.
I have extensive training in many areas including Gestalt Therapy, Mindfulness Meditation, Somatic Experiencing, Focusing & Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy.
Suffering results from our disconnection from our self, our bodies, friends, families and world and the Divine. This may manifest as anxiety, depression or other difficulties depending on an individual's in-born biology and life experiences. I work collaboratively with each individual according to their needs and desires. I am most interested in facilitating lasting change at the deepest level.
Jennifer Sanchez Sierra
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Springfield, MA 01105 (Online Only)
My approach blends Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Gestalt therapy.
With several years of experience working in mental health settings and a Master's Degree in Counseling, I am dedicated to providing compassionate, culturally sensitive care. I am fluent in Spanish and specialize in supporting diverse clients by creating a safe, inclusive environment for personal growth and healing. Though I work with clients ages 12 and up, I especially enjoy supporting adults with anxiety, depression, childhood trauma, ADHD, OCD, and bipolar disorder. I also have extensive experience working with folks with ASD. Your unique identity and experiences are not only respected but also celebrated in my practice.
My approach blends Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Gestalt therapy.
With several years of experience working in mental health settings and a Master's Degree in Counseling, I am dedicated to providing compassionate, culturally sensitive care. I am fluent in Spanish and specialize in supporting diverse clients by creating a safe, inclusive environment for personal growth and healing. Though I work with clients ages 12 and up, I especially enjoy supporting adults with anxiety, depression, childhood trauma, ADHD, OCD, and bipolar disorder. I also have extensive experience working with folks with ASD. Your unique identity and experiences are not only respected but also celebrated in my practice.
Her extensive training in Body-Centered Gestalt Counseling, yoga certification, expressive arts explorations & past work in mental health/addiction treatment settings inform her approach.
My intention is to help people discover lasting pathways to feel better. I will bring my warmth, heart, experience and presence to our unique collaboration as we focus on how you want to feel in your life. I practice a body-centered approach to counseling. Woven through our talking together will be periods of mindfulness and tuning in as a way to deepen awareness, growth and healing. When we have the support we need--we feel more freedom to be ourselves emotionally, intellectually, physically and spiritually. As distortions release--we naturally heal, improve our relationships, and make authentic life choices that feel good.
Her extensive training in Body-Centered Gestalt Counseling, yoga certification, expressive arts explorations & past work in mental health/addiction treatment settings inform her approach.
My intention is to help people discover lasting pathways to feel better. I will bring my warmth, heart, experience and presence to our unique collaboration as we focus on how you want to feel in your life. I practice a body-centered approach to counseling. Woven through our talking together will be periods of mindfulness and tuning in as a way to deepen awareness, growth and healing. When we have the support we need--we feel more freedom to be ourselves emotionally, intellectually, physically and spiritually. As distortions release--we naturally heal, improve our relationships, and make authentic life choices that feel good.
By listening with deep compassion and acceptance, I collaborate with people as they expand their ability to belong to themselves. Through our time together we will affirm your inherent goodness during troubling life events. Our feelings and sensations are a natural and organic response to life. Our bodies, being the center of human experience, are the greatest sources of guidance through feelings, sensations, and reactions. When our natural response to life is shamed or rejected we cease belonging to life and to ourselves. When we are able to allow these feelings to flow through us, our whole selves become a part of life.
By listening with deep compassion and acceptance, I collaborate with people as they expand their ability to belong to themselves. Through our time together we will affirm your inherent goodness during troubling life events. Our feelings and sensations are a natural and organic response to life. Our bodies, being the center of human experience, are the greatest sources of guidance through feelings, sensations, and reactions. When our natural response to life is shamed or rejected we cease belonging to life and to ourselves. When we are able to allow these feelings to flow through us, our whole selves become a part of life.
Life is constantly changing. Navigating these changes can be incredibly difficult. Chances are at some point most us will experience difficulties in our careers, intimate relationships, family relationships, and in relation to ourselves. Many of us, at some point, will face the impact of trauma, loss, addiction, anxiety, or depression. It is normal to feel overwhelmed, stuck, and helpless at times to deal with the mosaic of challenges life presents us. These challenges get in the way of living the life we want. If you're ready to take your life back you've come to the right place. Longmeadow-Counseling.com
Life is constantly changing. Navigating these changes can be incredibly difficult. Chances are at some point most us will experience difficulties in our careers, intimate relationships, family relationships, and in relation to ourselves. Many of us, at some point, will face the impact of trauma, loss, addiction, anxiety, or depression. It is normal to feel overwhelmed, stuck, and helpless at times to deal with the mosaic of challenges life presents us. These challenges get in the way of living the life we want. If you're ready to take your life back you've come to the right place. Longmeadow-Counseling.com
Greetings. I am a general practitioner with 20 years of experience providing psychological services. My training and practice covers the human life span. Individuals, couples, and Families are welcome. I use a unique, innovative, culturally appropriate approach that is based on best practices derived from empirical and qualitative research. With all my clients, I seek to help them pursue the full unfolding of their true self, and close the gap between their present reality and their ideal. Making changes can be difficult, but I want to congratulate you on taking the first step.
Greetings. I am a general practitioner with 20 years of experience providing psychological services. My training and practice covers the human life span. Individuals, couples, and Families are welcome. I use a unique, innovative, culturally appropriate approach that is based on best practices derived from empirical and qualitative research. With all my clients, I seek to help them pursue the full unfolding of their true self, and close the gap between their present reality and their ideal. Making changes can be difficult, but I want to congratulate you on taking the first step.
Gary C Kennett
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Springfield, MA 01108
Whether its emotional, legal, behavioral or medical issues burdening us we all can find ourselves in a situation where we need help. When that happens having an experienced professional on your side can lead to improved results. My practice offers skilled care based on values and delivered without judgement and all in a private home-like office in Forest Park.
Whether its emotional, legal, behavioral or medical issues burdening us we all can find ourselves in a situation where we need help. When that happens having an experienced professional on your side can lead to improved results. My practice offers skilled care based on values and delivered without judgement and all in a private home-like office in Forest Park.
Life can come with a lot of curveballs some that we can handle others can be more difficult. Life can start to become a rollercoaster that never ends. Having that one person you can speak to about life without judgement can help alleviate some of those curveballs. As a pre-licensed professional my purpose is to meet others where they are and help them discover themselves without feeling restricted. While helping them heal from their past. I am trained in numerous forms of therapy, including motivational interviewing, cognitive behavioral therapy, behavioral therapy, psychodynamic therapy, and person-centered therapy.
Life can come with a lot of curveballs some that we can handle others can be more difficult. Life can start to become a rollercoaster that never ends. Having that one person you can speak to about life without judgement can help alleviate some of those curveballs. As a pre-licensed professional my purpose is to meet others where they are and help them discover themselves without feeling restricted. While helping them heal from their past. I am trained in numerous forms of therapy, including motivational interviewing, cognitive behavioral therapy, behavioral therapy, psychodynamic therapy, and person-centered therapy.
Vincent A Hollister
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Longmeadow, MA 01106 (Online Only)
As a Certified EMDR Therapist I specialize in trauma, performance enhancement and anxiety/depression. I work with adults and adolescents to facilitate personal growth and achieve substantive change in their lives. Negative cognitions, unhealthy beliefs and emotions can be linked to unresolved disturbing/traumatic experiences from ones past. The remnants of these experiences can lead to low self-esteem, self-doubt, and emotional dysregulation. I assist clients to cultivate greater self-awareness while reprocessing the past disturbances in a way that enhances self-confidence, personal performance and interpersonal relationships.
As a Certified EMDR Therapist I specialize in trauma, performance enhancement and anxiety/depression. I work with adults and adolescents to facilitate personal growth and achieve substantive change in their lives. Negative cognitions, unhealthy beliefs and emotions can be linked to unresolved disturbing/traumatic experiences from ones past. The remnants of these experiences can lead to low self-esteem, self-doubt, and emotional dysregulation. I assist clients to cultivate greater self-awareness while reprocessing the past disturbances in a way that enhances self-confidence, personal performance and interpersonal relationships.
I enjoy working with adults, especially those going through life transitions/adjustments, and I specialize in treatment of anxiety. We can explore how your current and past experiences influence beliefs and behaviors, build your toolbox of strategies to cope with distress, and process your life experiences in a safe space. Exploring and learning about yourself can be an empowering experience, and I appreciate you letting me into your life to help with this process. I look forward to hearing your story and working together towards your treatment goals.
I enjoy working with adults, especially those going through life transitions/adjustments, and I specialize in treatment of anxiety. We can explore how your current and past experiences influence beliefs and behaviors, build your toolbox of strategies to cope with distress, and process your life experiences in a safe space. Exploring and learning about yourself can be an empowering experience, and I appreciate you letting me into your life to help with this process. I look forward to hearing your story and working together towards your treatment goals.
I specialize in using mindfulness, meditation, movement, nutrition, supplementation, and holistic modalities. I enjoy working with people seeking to make a change in their health and discover their inner-potential. I work with adolescents, young adults, adults, elderly, couples and families.
I specialize in using mindfulness, meditation, movement, nutrition, supplementation, and holistic modalities. I enjoy working with people seeking to make a change in their health and discover their inner-potential. I work with adolescents, young adults, adults, elderly, couples and families.
Hello and Welcome! "You are not defined by what you went through, but by what you grow through." – T. Shelton. I’m dedicated to helping adults improve daily functioning, process stressors, reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression, grieve in healthy ways, learn to utilize healthy coping skills, and improve communication skills.
Hello and Welcome! "You are not defined by what you went through, but by what you grow through." – T. Shelton. I’m dedicated to helping adults improve daily functioning, process stressors, reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression, grieve in healthy ways, learn to utilize healthy coping skills, and improve communication skills.
With 12 years of experience working with clients going through individual, relationship, and family issues, Celebrity Therapist Dr. Jeff Rocker has provided therapeutic services to clients nationwide. He is Licensed in 14 states and has served clients from all age groups. Over the years, Dr. Jeff has organized lectures and various events in the community, including excursions and retreats for couples to improve their communication and better understand each other. He has experience working with athletes in the NFL, NBA, and MLB. In addition, Dr. Jeff has also worked with clients in the Movie, Music, and Entertainment Industries.
With 12 years of experience working with clients going through individual, relationship, and family issues, Celebrity Therapist Dr. Jeff Rocker has provided therapeutic services to clients nationwide. He is Licensed in 14 states and has served clients from all age groups. Over the years, Dr. Jeff has organized lectures and various events in the community, including excursions and retreats for couples to improve their communication and better understand each other. He has experience working with athletes in the NFL, NBA, and MLB. In addition, Dr. Jeff has also worked with clients in the Movie, Music, and Entertainment Industries.
Struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, addictions, or other challenges that friends just can’t fix? I’m Doug Maesk, a Licensed Mental Health Counselor who’s been through the ups and downs of New England life for 30 years, so I get it. Whether you’re looking to break free from addictions or working through emotional pain, I’m here to help. As they say, 'You can take the boy out of New England, but you can’t take New England out of the boy!' Let’s work together to get you feeling better.
Struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, addictions, or other challenges that friends just can’t fix? I’m Doug Maesk, a Licensed Mental Health Counselor who’s been through the ups and downs of New England life for 30 years, so I get it. Whether you’re looking to break free from addictions or working through emotional pain, I’m here to help. As they say, 'You can take the boy out of New England, but you can’t take New England out of the boy!' Let’s work together to get you feeling better.
Ileana Hernandez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, LADCI
Verified Verified
West Springfield, MA 01089 (Online Only)
Have you tried to manage symptoms of anxiety, panic attacks, and depression with distractions, self-medicating behaviors, and hoping time will make things better, but instead, they worsen? The frequency and intensity of these symptoms feel like a dark cloud before a storm that does not clear up, causing feelings of hopelessness and helplessness. I encourage you to try therapy. If that speaks to you, use the filters on this page to find a provider that speaks to your individual needs, or if you want to communicate with me, click “email me,” and I will reach out to you. Together we will develop a treatment plan that will work for you.
Have you tried to manage symptoms of anxiety, panic attacks, and depression with distractions, self-medicating behaviors, and hoping time will make things better, but instead, they worsen? The frequency and intensity of these symptoms feel like a dark cloud before a storm that does not clear up, causing feelings of hopelessness and helplessness. I encourage you to try therapy. If that speaks to you, use the filters on this page to find a provider that speaks to your individual needs, or if you want to communicate with me, click “email me,” and I will reach out to you. Together we will develop a treatment plan that will work for you.
The Practice of Arthur Cash, LICSW and Associates
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, CCDVC, CCFAS
Verified Verified
East Longmeadow, MA 01028
Arthur E. Cash is a Psychotherapist and Mental Health Consultant. He has been practicing psychotherapy for close to 40 years specializing in the treatment of adolescents, adults, couples, and families. A graduate of Atlanta University, Mr. Cash received a Master of Social Work in 1982 and attended Yale University as a Fellow where he studied Family Psychiatry. Mr. Cash has been in private practice for 20 years and is currently practicing at The Practice of Arthur E. Cash, in East Longmeadow, MA.
Arthur E. Cash is a Psychotherapist and Mental Health Consultant. He has been practicing psychotherapy for close to 40 years specializing in the treatment of adolescents, adults, couples, and families. A graduate of Atlanta University, Mr. Cash received a Master of Social Work in 1982 and attended Yale University as a Fellow where he studied Family Psychiatry. Mr. Cash has been in private practice for 20 years and is currently practicing at The Practice of Arthur E. Cash, in East Longmeadow, MA.
Heather Colangelo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Springfield, MA 01101
Waitlist for new clients
Warm Greetings! Through individual and group therapy, the goal of my practice is to reduce suffering, expand personal freedom, and assist to find the patterns in your life that have hindered your ability to imagine and achieve the life you desire. I rely on a client-centered approach to therapy and draw from a variety of therapeutic techniques including Cognitive-Behavioral (CBT), Humanistic, Didactic individual and group work, and Mindfulness-based therapies.
Warm Greetings! Through individual and group therapy, the goal of my practice is to reduce suffering, expand personal freedom, and assist to find the patterns in your life that have hindered your ability to imagine and achieve the life you desire. I rely on a client-centered approach to therapy and draw from a variety of therapeutic techniques including Cognitive-Behavioral (CBT), Humanistic, Didactic individual and group work, and Mindfulness-based therapies.
The stress of daily life can affect us in different areas; career, financial, relationship and family issues. As time passes, if we are not mindful of behaviors, things can fester increasing symptoms of anxiety, and depression. My approach is to unravel false belief systems, with either solution focused, and at the Client's choice, a psycho-dynamic, psychotherapy approach. Sometimes we need to look at the past. I believe it is acceptable to focus on present day solutions. Overwhelming feelings can be a detour to our true authentic selves. Counseling is to effectively set, and achieve, goals to be our true, unique, authentic selves.
The stress of daily life can affect us in different areas; career, financial, relationship and family issues. As time passes, if we are not mindful of behaviors, things can fester increasing symptoms of anxiety, and depression. My approach is to unravel false belief systems, with either solution focused, and at the Client's choice, a psycho-dynamic, psychotherapy approach. Sometimes we need to look at the past. I believe it is acceptable to focus on present day solutions. Overwhelming feelings can be a detour to our true authentic selves. Counseling is to effectively set, and achieve, goals to be our true, unique, authentic selves.
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Gestalt Therapists
What is gestalt therapy?
Gestalt therapy is based on the idea that to address unresolved negative feelings, emotions must be not only discussed but also actively expressed in the present moment. The term is from a German word meaning “whole,” and gestalt therapists believe that people should be considered whole entities made up of mind, body, and emotions. Gestalt sessions are rooted in the notion that a client’s total self must be discovered, explored, and confronted, so that they can take greater responsibility for themselves and their behavior, learn to satisfy their own needs while still respecting the needs of others, and reconnect with feelings they might otherwise deny.
How does gestalt therapy work?
Gestalt therapy sessions do not just involve talking with a therapist. Clients may take part in role-playing, re-enactment, or artistic exercises like drawing and painting, with the goal of becoming more aware of negative thought patterns that limit happiness. One common gestalt exercise is “the empty chair,” in which a client sits across from an empty chair representing a partner, relative, boss, or a part of themselves—and, with the therapist’s encouragement, improvises a dialog with it. The intention is to bring the emotions raised by past conflicts into the present and work through them in the moment.
How long does gestalt therapy last?
As with most forms of talk therapy, there is no set duration or end point for gestalt therapy; people who believe that they are making progress typically continue until they feel they’ve addressed the issues that had been holding them back. New patients should understand that it may take some time to become comfortable with gestalt exercises but once they do, they should expect sessions to extend for a number of months, typically spanning at least 12 sessions.
Does gestalt therapy work?
Gestalt therapy has generally been found to be as effective as other forms of talk therapy in helping people living with anxiety, depression, phobias, bipolar disorder, and substance use disorders, as well as helping individuals reduce conflict in relationships. Gestalt techniques, on their own or in combination with other therapies, can also be effective in managing physical ailments including ulcerative colitis, migraines, and back spasms. It should be noted that some people may have trouble adapting to gestalt therapy’s lack of formal structure or to a therapist’s close observations of their body language and emotions; others may struggle to commit to techniques that feel unnatural, like the empty chair exercise.