Gestalt Therapists in Carmel, IN
My holistic approach to psychotherapy draws upon many years of experience and training in Cognitive Behavioral, Gestalt & Jungian, Trauma-focused, and Addictions therapies, to help you discover your own solutions that will feel right to you. In addition, my colleagues at Helix Health Depression and Anxiety Center, offer complimentary skilled services, such as artfully tailored medication management, guided meditation & Breathwork groups, GeneSight testing, Ketamine treatment, weight loss management, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy. Please visit helixhealthgroup,com for more information.
My holistic approach to psychotherapy draws upon many years of experience and training in Cognitive Behavioral, Gestalt & Jungian, Trauma-focused, and Addictions therapies, to help you discover your own solutions that will feel right to you. In addition, my colleagues at Helix Health Depression and Anxiety Center, offer complimentary skilled services, such as artfully tailored medication management, guided meditation & Breathwork groups, GeneSight testing, Ketamine treatment, weight loss management, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy. Please visit helixhealthgroup,com for more information.
Progress is a professional passion of mine. I listen to you and help you discover your own solutions that will feel right to you. Practicing for almost 20 years, I use little 'therapy-speak,' but rather use my experience and training to have conversational style psychotherapy sessions in which we work to move forward in the direction you need to go. I bring a holistic approach to both individual & couples therapy where I draw on Cognitive Behavioral, Gestalt & Jungian, Trauma-focused, and Addictions therapies to create a safe space for growth.
Progress is a professional passion of mine. I listen to you and help you discover your own solutions that will feel right to you. Practicing for almost 20 years, I use little 'therapy-speak,' but rather use my experience and training to have conversational style psychotherapy sessions in which we work to move forward in the direction you need to go. I bring a holistic approach to both individual & couples therapy where I draw on Cognitive Behavioral, Gestalt & Jungian, Trauma-focused, and Addictions therapies to create a safe space for growth.
Progress is a professional passion of mine. I listen to you and help you discover your own solutions that will feel right to you. Practicing for almost 20 years, I use little 'therapy-speak,' but rather use my experience and training to have conversational style psychotherapy sessions in which we work to move forward in the direction you need to go. I bring a holistic approach to both individual & couples therapy where I draw on Cognitive Behavioral, Gestalt & Jungian, Trauma-focused, and Addictions therapies to create a safe space for growth.
Progress is a professional passion of mine. I listen to you and help you discover your own solutions that will feel right to you. Practicing for almost 20 years, I use little 'therapy-speak,' but rather use my experience and training to have conversational style psychotherapy sessions in which we work to move forward in the direction you need to go. I bring a holistic approach to both individual & couples therapy where I draw on Cognitive Behavioral, Gestalt & Jungian, Trauma-focused, and Addictions therapies to create a safe space for growth.
Are you feeling stuck in overcoming a relationship or personal struggle that is holding you back from the life you desire? Are you ready for a change but not sure how to get there? Wanting to address relationship issues, family of origin issues, feelings of anxiety, depression and/or face your addictions? I have advanced training in Trauma, EMDR, Gestalt , Imago, Emotionally Focused Couples Training, and addictions. I include Mindfulness tools in much of my work. Would you benefit from a group of women to address underlying issues that impact your recovery from an addiction/alcoholism?
Are you feeling stuck in overcoming a relationship or personal struggle that is holding you back from the life you desire? Are you ready for a change but not sure how to get there? Wanting to address relationship issues, family of origin issues, feelings of anxiety, depression and/or face your addictions? I have advanced training in Trauma, EMDR, Gestalt , Imago, Emotionally Focused Couples Training, and addictions. I include Mindfulness tools in much of my work. Would you benefit from a group of women to address underlying issues that impact your recovery from an addiction/alcoholism?
Drawing from Psychodynamic therapy, Mindfulness Based Somatic approaches and Gestalt therapy I help uncover blockages that hold clients back to facilitate healing.
Each path to healing is unique. My relational approach to therapy is collaborative and guided by compassion, understanding and meaning. It takes courage and resilience to process difficult experiences. My priority in session is to offer a supportive and non-judgmental space for clients to explore their thoughts, feelings and experiences to finding a meaningful way forward. Drawing from a holistic blend of approaches I help clients discover their own strength, clarity, and wisdom so they can feel empowered to build lives that are more peaceful, joyful and fulfilling.
Drawing from Psychodynamic therapy, Mindfulness Based Somatic approaches and Gestalt therapy I help uncover blockages that hold clients back to facilitate healing.
Each path to healing is unique. My relational approach to therapy is collaborative and guided by compassion, understanding and meaning. It takes courage and resilience to process difficult experiences. My priority in session is to offer a supportive and non-judgmental space for clients to explore their thoughts, feelings and experiences to finding a meaningful way forward. Drawing from a holistic blend of approaches I help clients discover their own strength, clarity, and wisdom so they can feel empowered to build lives that are more peaceful, joyful and fulfilling.
Sarah Bent
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Carmel, IN 46032 (Online Only)
I practice primarily from a Gestalt model, where YOU are the expert on yourself.
After 27 years of working in the mental health field, in 3 different countries, I have an appreciation for the fact that life rarely goes according to plan. Perhaps you’re struggling with feeling anxious, depressed, or unfulfilled with some part of your life, or you find yourself longing for deeper, more meaningful relationships. Have you lived through traumatic events (whether recent or long ago) that have changed you in ways you don’t understand, caused you to react unpredictably...made you feel like a stranger to yourself, & you’re struggling to cope? I believe in meeting you where you're at, with compassion, & without judgment.
I practice primarily from a Gestalt model, where YOU are the expert on yourself.
After 27 years of working in the mental health field, in 3 different countries, I have an appreciation for the fact that life rarely goes according to plan. Perhaps you’re struggling with feeling anxious, depressed, or unfulfilled with some part of your life, or you find yourself longing for deeper, more meaningful relationships. Have you lived through traumatic events (whether recent or long ago) that have changed you in ways you don’t understand, caused you to react unpredictably...made you feel like a stranger to yourself, & you’re struggling to cope? I believe in meeting you where you're at, with compassion, & without judgment.
Kristy E McNamee
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Carmel, IN 46032
Waitlist for new clients
Note: Others in my collaborative practice are taking new clients. It is my belief that everyone can benefit from counseling, and it takes a strong person to seek out assistance when needed. I believe we are not made to live in isolation, and we do best when we are part of a community. By recognizing the events that have formed us in life, we can learn from them and become a better version of ourselves. In order for this process to take place, I strive to create a comfortable and safe environment that supports increased insight and growth.
Note: Others in my collaborative practice are taking new clients. It is my belief that everyone can benefit from counseling, and it takes a strong person to seek out assistance when needed. I believe we are not made to live in isolation, and we do best when we are part of a community. By recognizing the events that have formed us in life, we can learn from them and become a better version of ourselves. In order for this process to take place, I strive to create a comfortable and safe environment that supports increased insight and growth.
Transitions Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LMFT, LMHC
Verified Verified
Carmel, IN 46032 (Online Only)
There are times when we experience life's challenges as overwhelming. We use the skills we have employed in the past and the results have not been what we desired. I see therapy as an opportunity to validate your efforts and to offer additional and sometimes alternative ways of perceiving and doing. Often there are other ways of working toward balance and success and now you have courageously and with empowerment taken the first step to begin this work. Congratulations!! I look forward to being with you on this journey.
There are times when we experience life's challenges as overwhelming. We use the skills we have employed in the past and the results have not been what we desired. I see therapy as an opportunity to validate your efforts and to offer additional and sometimes alternative ways of perceiving and doing. Often there are other ways of working toward balance and success and now you have courageously and with empowerment taken the first step to begin this work. Congratulations!! I look forward to being with you on this journey.
Insight Therapeutic Services, LLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Carmel, IN 46032
As a group practice, we share core values. Yet each of us partners with clients in uniquely personal ways. We have different modalities and different areas of focus, and that’s why we’ve come together—to provide you with an array of options for therapeutic care. Whether you’re seeking individual, couples, or family counseling, we hope you can find the support you’ve been looking for with one of our licensed therapists. This process works best when you have a sincere connection.
As a group practice, we share core values. Yet each of us partners with clients in uniquely personal ways. We have different modalities and different areas of focus, and that’s why we’ve come together—to provide you with an array of options for therapeutic care. Whether you’re seeking individual, couples, or family counseling, we hope you can find the support you’ve been looking for with one of our licensed therapists. This process works best when you have a sincere connection.
I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor. I provide in-person and virtual appointments to youth, 12 and up, and adults. I provide individual, couples, family, and group therapy. Life can bring about unexpected challenges that can leave you feeling lost, confused, and full of emotions that can feel unbearable in the moment. It takes courage to reach out for help and process some of your deepest thoughts, feelings, and those unexpected moments that can create stress. Together we can develop a treatment plan with set goals to help you to achieve the changes you want in yourself.
I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor. I provide in-person and virtual appointments to youth, 12 and up, and adults. I provide individual, couples, family, and group therapy. Life can bring about unexpected challenges that can leave you feeling lost, confused, and full of emotions that can feel unbearable in the moment. It takes courage to reach out for help and process some of your deepest thoughts, feelings, and those unexpected moments that can create stress. Together we can develop a treatment plan with set goals to help you to achieve the changes you want in yourself.
Rebecca Kinsey
Psychologist, PhD, HSPP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Carmel, IN 46032
Waitlist for new clients
I am a licensed counseling psychologist. I've completed additional training in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, the Mind-Body Connection, and treatments for trauma. I focus on providing a warm and safe place for my clients to process their experiences, learn therapeutic interventions for coping, and better regulate and understand their emotions. I value teaching clients skills and understanding patterns to their behavior in hopes of increasing resiliency. I utilize strategies within the session to improve clients’ well-being and offer suggestions for what to do outside of therapy to help clients reach their goals.
I am a licensed counseling psychologist. I've completed additional training in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, the Mind-Body Connection, and treatments for trauma. I focus on providing a warm and safe place for my clients to process their experiences, learn therapeutic interventions for coping, and better regulate and understand their emotions. I value teaching clients skills and understanding patterns to their behavior in hopes of increasing resiliency. I utilize strategies within the session to improve clients’ well-being and offer suggestions for what to do outside of therapy to help clients reach their goals.
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Sometimes aspects of your life just don't seem to be going well, you feel overwhelmed, or you are seeking self-improvement. Whatever your reason, you are searching for a good match for you because therapy is a very personal endeavor. My goal is to work with you in a collaborative manner in a safe, judgement free environment. You have the strength within you to make positive changes. I view therapy as walking beside you on your journey. Sometimes you may need advise on which step/path to take, and sometimes you just want someone to talk to along the way.
Sometimes aspects of your life just don't seem to be going well, you feel overwhelmed, or you are seeking self-improvement. Whatever your reason, you are searching for a good match for you because therapy is a very personal endeavor. My goal is to work with you in a collaborative manner in a safe, judgement free environment. You have the strength within you to make positive changes. I view therapy as walking beside you on your journey. Sometimes you may need advise on which step/path to take, and sometimes you just want someone to talk to along the way.
Big feelings welcome here! Overthinking too. You are not alone, but you are unique and deserve to discover how your history, environment and beliefs impact you presently. I regularly hear from my clients about the positive changes they are making when they learn to cope with the roots of their pain, anxiety, fears and destructive patterns. They feel lighter, their relationships improve and new opportunities are discovered and taken.
Big feelings welcome here! Overthinking too. You are not alone, but you are unique and deserve to discover how your history, environment and beliefs impact you presently. I regularly hear from my clients about the positive changes they are making when they learn to cope with the roots of their pain, anxiety, fears and destructive patterns. They feel lighter, their relationships improve and new opportunities are discovered and taken.
I have been working with children and families for over 18 years in various capacities. My experience comes from working in foster care and family preservation programs, school based therapy, an inpatient setting with adolescents girls with eating disorders as well as crisis intervention. My focus of practice is those who are struggling with finding themselves, developing relationships and communication about their needs. I have experience professionally and personally in working with families experiencing divorce and aspects of mediation, healing, and addressing new and changed family dynamics.
I have been working with children and families for over 18 years in various capacities. My experience comes from working in foster care and family preservation programs, school based therapy, an inpatient setting with adolescents girls with eating disorders as well as crisis intervention. My focus of practice is those who are struggling with finding themselves, developing relationships and communication about their needs. I have experience professionally and personally in working with families experiencing divorce and aspects of mediation, healing, and addressing new and changed family dynamics.
Jonathan Gurney
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, ACSW
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Carmel, IN 46032
As guys, we don't really like to talk about it. You know, the stress, the dissatisfaction with our lives, our relationships, our jobs. Hitting that point in life where things just aren't what we thought they were supposed to be. So we shut down. We get angry and irritable. We stuff it down because we're never supposed to let them see us sweat. The problem is we end up exhausted, frustrated, and just plain lost. But if you want to find your way again, you've got to stop and ask for directions at some point, right?
As guys, we don't really like to talk about it. You know, the stress, the dissatisfaction with our lives, our relationships, our jobs. Hitting that point in life where things just aren't what we thought they were supposed to be. So we shut down. We get angry and irritable. We stuff it down because we're never supposed to let them see us sweat. The problem is we end up exhausted, frustrated, and just plain lost. But if you want to find your way again, you've got to stop and ask for directions at some point, right?
Deb Havill
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, ACSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Carmel, IN 46032 (Online Only)
My role is to help you figure out what you want, what gets in the way, and how to get there. Lack of focus in life often is at the heart of peoples' problems. If you have concerns with depression, anxiety, fear, confusion, relationship, identity, spirituality, career options, personality, sadness, hopelessness, a sense of aimlessness, loss, even anger and irritability--all of these concerns can be helped by learning how to direct yourself.
My role is to help you figure out what you want, what gets in the way, and how to get there. Lack of focus in life often is at the heart of peoples' problems. If you have concerns with depression, anxiety, fear, confusion, relationship, identity, spirituality, career options, personality, sadness, hopelessness, a sense of aimlessness, loss, even anger and irritability--all of these concerns can be helped by learning how to direct yourself.
"Time and again you have shown me unyielding patience and compassion, allowing me to experience what's possible in connection with others, and help me discover new parts of myself that I've integrated over time." - L. H.
"Time and again you have shown me unyielding patience and compassion, allowing me to experience what's possible in connection with others, and help me discover new parts of myself that I've integrated over time." - L. H.
Each session is a profound road to self-discovery. Every individual is empowered to heal at the deepest level by learning to bridge the subconscious mind with the conscious mind to release sabotaging core beliefs & emotional energy frozen within the body. Learn self-help tools you can actually use anywhere! Improve your ability to manifest all your desires - weight loss, mood disorders, accelerate personal growth, transcend grief & loss.
Each session is a profound road to self-discovery. Every individual is empowered to heal at the deepest level by learning to bridge the subconscious mind with the conscious mind to release sabotaging core beliefs & emotional energy frozen within the body. Learn self-help tools you can actually use anywhere! Improve your ability to manifest all your desires - weight loss, mood disorders, accelerate personal growth, transcend grief & loss.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 16 years experience in the mental health field. I have worked with clients of all ages and backgrounds dealing with a variety of issues. Prior to starting in my current practice I worked in Community Mental Health and in a hospital setting doing crisis work. Being a wife and mother, I also feel that I have a true understanding of the stresses of everyday life for families.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 16 years experience in the mental health field. I have worked with clients of all ages and backgrounds dealing with a variety of issues. Prior to starting in my current practice I worked in Community Mental Health and in a hospital setting doing crisis work. Being a wife and mother, I also feel that I have a true understanding of the stresses of everyday life for families.
As a therapist, I am always respectful and nonjudgmental. I hold on to the belief that change is possible even when my clients are less optimistic. I continue to study and learn. I have found that my clients can be my best teachers.. The ability to make changes begins with a safe environment. That is my job to provide for you. As the trust continues to grow, together we will work on whatever presents itself. Everyone comes with their own story and that is what makes this work so special.
As a therapist, I am always respectful and nonjudgmental. I hold on to the belief that change is possible even when my clients are less optimistic. I continue to study and learn. I have found that my clients can be my best teachers.. The ability to make changes begins with a safe environment. That is my job to provide for you. As the trust continues to grow, together we will work on whatever presents itself. Everyone comes with their own story and that is what makes this work so special.
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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.