Gestalt Therapists in Hanover, MA

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Heather Colangelo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Hanover, MA 02339
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.
(339) 900-3684 View (339) 900-3684
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Carolynn Gillis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Hanover, MA 02339  (Online Only)
It takes a brave and courageous person to know when they need support and currently you are taking the first big step! At different chapters in our lives, we come across certain challenges that we look towards others to assist us in processing our thoughts and feelings. I am passionate assisting others during life transitions, self-esteem/perfectionism, anxiety, depression, and during the perinatal realm that includes: parenting, family conflicts, loss, infertility, pregnancy and perinatal mood disorders.
It takes a brave and courageous person to know when they need support and currently you are taking the first big step! At different chapters in our lives, we come across certain challenges that we look towards others to assist us in processing our thoughts and feelings. I am passionate assisting others during life transitions, self-esteem/perfectionism, anxiety, depression, and during the perinatal realm that includes: parenting, family conflicts, loss, infertility, pregnancy and perinatal mood disorders.
(339) 500-6284 View (339) 500-6284
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Dana Nasser-Tobin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Hanover, MA 02339  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I hope to teach you to relate differently to difficult thoughts and feelings and to take actions that align with your values despite them. I see myself as an active participant in the therapy process and I use a strengths-based, holistic approach to meet you where you are on your own unique life's journey and to help you get unstuck. I take value and joy in being my authentic self and strive to help my clients feel the same, moving away from the internal and external noise of shoulds/shouldnts, societal prescriptions/timelines, judgements and criticisms, and into living a life based on your own unique strengths and values.
I hope to teach you to relate differently to difficult thoughts and feelings and to take actions that align with your values despite them. I see myself as an active participant in the therapy process and I use a strengths-based, holistic approach to meet you where you are on your own unique life's journey and to help you get unstuck. I take value and joy in being my authentic self and strive to help my clients feel the same, moving away from the internal and external noise of shoulds/shouldnts, societal prescriptions/timelines, judgements and criticisms, and into living a life based on your own unique strengths and values.
(781) 653-7609 View (781) 653-7609
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Steph Bronner
Counselor, MS, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hanover, MA 02339
Not accepting new clients
Thanks for stopping by! I have high satisfaction feedback from clients who are ready for fresh insight on the tiring aspects of their patterns. Most of my clients are highly sensitive; many have anxiety, attention-deficit, relationship challenges, or trauma. Many wish to develop their boundaries and communication, find grace amidst life transitions, or to unravel stress-related physical issues. My craniosacral background layers to support you in deep-level processes. Further, those who hold faith close to their heart often find me a compatible therapist.
Thanks for stopping by! I have high satisfaction feedback from clients who are ready for fresh insight on the tiring aspects of their patterns. Most of my clients are highly sensitive; many have anxiety, attention-deficit, relationship challenges, or trauma. Many wish to develop their boundaries and communication, find grace amidst life transitions, or to unravel stress-related physical issues. My craniosacral background layers to support you in deep-level processes. Further, those who hold faith close to their heart often find me a compatible therapist.
(508) 452-2179 View (508) 452-2179

More Therapists Nearby

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David Hudson
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Brockton, MA 02301  (Online Only)
I have been practicing as a therapist since 2019. The theoretical approaches beliefs pull from are a blend of Brief, Narrative, Gestalt, Liberation, Decolonization, and Rogerian Therapies and thought. My process is collaborative, I partner with my clients to produce agreed-upon goals and we work together to achieve them. My experience has mostly been in crisis work, and I have worked with all ages from adolescents to adults.
I have been practicing as a therapist since 2019. The theoretical approaches beliefs pull from are a blend of Brief, Narrative, Gestalt, Liberation, Decolonization, and Rogerian Therapies and thought. My process is collaborative, I partner with my clients to produce agreed-upon goals and we work together to achieve them. My experience has mostly been in crisis work, and I have worked with all ages from adolescents to adults.
(857) 858-2333 View (857) 858-2333
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Gregory Cowan
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Kingston, MA 02364
Waitlist for new clients
I have a Gestalt orientation and work from a holistic perspective that trusts the latent wisdom of the client.
What often compels people to seek therapy is some form of felt loss. It could be as transparent as an unsatisfying relationship or as subtle as lowered self-esteem. It could be a sense that something is missing and an uncertainty as to what that may be. One of the most important relationships in life is the one we foster with ourselves. And frequently, it is the one most ignored. I strive to help people see and understand themselves more clearly as I believe self awareness is an indispensable bridge to healthy change.
I have a Gestalt orientation and work from a holistic perspective that trusts the latent wisdom of the client.
What often compels people to seek therapy is some form of felt loss. It could be as transparent as an unsatisfying relationship or as subtle as lowered self-esteem. It could be a sense that something is missing and an uncertainty as to what that may be. One of the most important relationships in life is the one we foster with ourselves. And frequently, it is the one most ignored. I strive to help people see and understand themselves more clearly as I believe self awareness is an indispensable bridge to healthy change.
(508) 213-4778 View (508) 213-4778
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Marylisa Nichols
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Norwell, MA 02061
I understand that hurt, resentments and family dysfunction make life challenging. Working with adults of all ages, I help clients identify triggers that lead to anxiety, depression and mood instability. Together, we work on skills and strategies that create changes in behavior and improve relationships. My clients come to heal complicated grief, anxiety, codependency, abuse, divorce and depression. Within an accepting relationship, I use CBT (reframing thoughts & perspective), DBT (responding vs. reacting using your wise mind), Gestalt Therapy (role playing), Internal Family Systems (healing wounded parts) and expressive therapies.
I understand that hurt, resentments and family dysfunction make life challenging. Working with adults of all ages, I help clients identify triggers that lead to anxiety, depression and mood instability. Together, we work on skills and strategies that create changes in behavior and improve relationships. My clients come to heal complicated grief, anxiety, codependency, abuse, divorce and depression. Within an accepting relationship, I use CBT (reframing thoughts & perspective), DBT (responding vs. reacting using your wise mind), Gestalt Therapy (role playing), Internal Family Systems (healing wounded parts) and expressive therapies.
(781) 427-2412 View (781) 427-2412
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Daniel Epstein
Counselor, MA, LMT, LMHC
Verified Verified
Weymouth, MA 02188
I work with experiential therapies including gestalt therapy and craniosacral therapy as well as cognitive behavioral therapy.
If you're seeking help with anxiety, depression, addiction or couples issues, I can support you to access the power of your body and mind to resolve painful and persistent symptoms by finding new ways of thinking and feeling. I love helping people find solutions and skills to improve their experience of life. Sometimes it takes understanding and resolving trauma and others it seems a matter of learning new skills and making new steps toward a better life. I believe deeply in one's own inner wisdom and ability to change, no matter what the circumstances have been .
I work with experiential therapies including gestalt therapy and craniosacral therapy as well as cognitive behavioral therapy.
If you're seeking help with anxiety, depression, addiction or couples issues, I can support you to access the power of your body and mind to resolve painful and persistent symptoms by finding new ways of thinking and feeling. I love helping people find solutions and skills to improve their experience of life. Sometimes it takes understanding and resolving trauma and others it seems a matter of learning new skills and making new steps toward a better life. I believe deeply in one's own inner wisdom and ability to change, no matter what the circumstances have been .
(339) 234-9979 View (339) 234-9979
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Couples Therapy, Groups and Retreats
Counselor, MFT, LSW, LMHC
Verified Verified
Brockton, MA 02301
All things can be improved, changed and bettered, with just a little support, no matter how big or small. With couples therapy, you’ll learn how to communicate your feelings and needs, and get what you want out of your relationship. Some issues that bring couples to therapy are: Addiction/Partner Addiction Support, Balance (Work/Life/Family), Blended Families, Chronic Illness, Divorce, Extended Family, Infidelity/Cheating, Intimacy, Mental Illness, Pre-Marital/Readiness, Pornography, Sex, etc.
All things can be improved, changed and bettered, with just a little support, no matter how big or small. With couples therapy, you’ll learn how to communicate your feelings and needs, and get what you want out of your relationship. Some issues that bring couples to therapy are: Addiction/Partner Addiction Support, Balance (Work/Life/Family), Blended Families, Chronic Illness, Divorce, Extended Family, Infidelity/Cheating, Intimacy, Mental Illness, Pre-Marital/Readiness, Pornography, Sex, etc.
(508) 978-5489 View (508) 978-5489
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Victorious Counseling Services
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hingham, MA 02043
Waitlist for new clients
Are you going through a major change? Do you feel overwhelmed by the responsibilities of daily life? Many turn to substance abuse or other coping mechanisms to quell negative emotions. Thankfully, seeking professional help is becoming more normalized, empowering people to seek long-term solutions. If your mental health is interfering in your life, psychotherapy can help you process your struggles and become the best version of yourself.
Are you going through a major change? Do you feel overwhelmed by the responsibilities of daily life? Many turn to substance abuse or other coping mechanisms to quell negative emotions. Thankfully, seeking professional help is becoming more normalized, empowering people to seek long-term solutions. If your mental health is interfering in your life, psychotherapy can help you process your struggles and become the best version of yourself.
(781) 875-8956 View (781) 875-8956
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Courtney M Speropolous
Counselor, LMHC, LSWA, CAMS-11
Verified Verified
Bridgewater, MA 02324
Often times, life's waves produce times of emotional hardship marked by deep seated feelings of grief, sadness, confusion, depression, worry, and anxiety. Therapy is an opportunity to have the space, support, and safety to address the waves inherent in everyday life without judgment. If you are experiencing a life transition, a break-up, day-to-day parenting and relationship stress, or you are simply being haunted by past events or thoughts that don't seem to budge, therapy can provide an outlet to gain the insight, awareness, and relief you may be seeking.
Often times, life's waves produce times of emotional hardship marked by deep seated feelings of grief, sadness, confusion, depression, worry, and anxiety. Therapy is an opportunity to have the space, support, and safety to address the waves inherent in everyday life without judgment. If you are experiencing a life transition, a break-up, day-to-day parenting and relationship stress, or you are simply being haunted by past events or thoughts that don't seem to budge, therapy can provide an outlet to gain the insight, awareness, and relief you may be seeking.
(781) 493-8064 View (781) 493-8064
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Dr. Vinisha Rana
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brockton, MA 02301  (Online Only)
Imagine feeling confident, seen, and empowered. Therapy can help make this a reality. I create a warm, affirming, and culturally sensitive environment where you can explore your unique experiences without judgment. In this space, you can process complex emotions related to societal pressures, cultural expectations, and personal identity. Together, we can help you live a happy life of authenticity and resilience. I have specialized training in working with LGBTQ+, transgender/non-binary folks, ethnic minorities, and immigrants.
Imagine feeling confident, seen, and empowered. Therapy can help make this a reality. I create a warm, affirming, and culturally sensitive environment where you can explore your unique experiences without judgment. In this space, you can process complex emotions related to societal pressures, cultural expectations, and personal identity. Together, we can help you live a happy life of authenticity and resilience. I have specialized training in working with LGBTQ+, transgender/non-binary folks, ethnic minorities, and immigrants.
(781) 782-2128 View (781) 782-2128
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The Psyched Group
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
East Bridgewater, MA 02333
We are a group of 20+ therapists in Massachusetts. Whether it's me or therapist on our team we will help find you the right fit for you.
We are a group of 20+ therapists in Massachusetts. Whether it's me or therapist on our team we will help find you the right fit for you.
(800) 273-6277 x1 View (800) 273-6277 x1
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Alison Amoroso
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Hingham, MA 02043
I help adults learn to stop sabotaging their happiness, by identifying negative patterns in relationships, behavior, and thinking. As a Holistically trained therapist, I offer a variety of therapeutic techniques. I believe individuals are experts on themselves and emphasize the importance of the individual choosing what approach seems most beneficial for them. I work with adults struggling with a variety of issues: ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Self-Esteem issues, and more. I utilize techniques from CBT, DBT, Logotherapy, Relational, and PCT.
I help adults learn to stop sabotaging their happiness, by identifying negative patterns in relationships, behavior, and thinking. As a Holistically trained therapist, I offer a variety of therapeutic techniques. I believe individuals are experts on themselves and emphasize the importance of the individual choosing what approach seems most beneficial for them. I work with adults struggling with a variety of issues: ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Self-Esteem issues, and more. I utilize techniques from CBT, DBT, Logotherapy, Relational, and PCT.
(781) 328-1406 View (781) 328-1406
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Jade Integrative Couseling and Wellness, PLLC
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brockton, MA 02301
My name is Leomary Vasquez and as a bilingual Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) fluent in both Spanish and English, I have dedicated over sixteen years to serving my community. Throughout my career, I have worked with clients of all ages, offering a range of services, including individual, couples, family, and various combinations thereof, supporting clients suffering from depression, anxiety, marital problems, family dysfunction, unresolved conflicts, lack of coping skills, and stress among other mental health issues.
My name is Leomary Vasquez and as a bilingual Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) fluent in both Spanish and English, I have dedicated over sixteen years to serving my community. Throughout my career, I have worked with clients of all ages, offering a range of services, including individual, couples, family, and various combinations thereof, supporting clients suffering from depression, anxiety, marital problems, family dysfunction, unresolved conflicts, lack of coping skills, and stress among other mental health issues.
(351) 222-9250 View (351) 222-9250
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Mental Health Evaluations
Counselor, LSW, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brockton, MA 02301
If you're feeling lost or stuck because of personal issues, trauma, or feelings of depression and anxiety, it's possible to find your way out and get back to feeling good. It might seem overwhelming, but that's precisely why you seek help. We'll work together to create a plan that helps you move forward toward a happier and more successful life. We'll tackle your problems so you can move past them confidently and start heading in a new, positive direction. By looking closely at what you're struggling with, why it's happening, and
If you're feeling lost or stuck because of personal issues, trauma, or feelings of depression and anxiety, it's possible to find your way out and get back to feeling good. It might seem overwhelming, but that's precisely why you seek help. We'll work together to create a plan that helps you move forward toward a happier and more successful life. We'll tackle your problems so you can move past them confidently and start heading in a new, positive direction. By looking closely at what you're struggling with, why it's happening, and
(508) 379-3056 View (508) 379-3056
Photo of Kacey R Bongarzone - Finding Your Balance Counseling, LMHC, ATR, Counselor
Finding Your Balance Counseling
Counselor, LMHC, ATR
Verified Verified
Hingham, MA 02043
If you feel there is something missing in your life, too much on your plate, or if you desire change, I can help you find your perfect balance. We can feel overwhelmed by our daily schedules or underwhelmed with our hobbies. My name is Kacey Rose Bongarzone and I am experienced in development of all aspects in life including work, school, recreation, relationships, and self. My curiosity has grown for sharing the healing process, earning my credentials as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) and a Registered Art Therapist (ATR) in order to provide professional services for those that want a path forward.
If you feel there is something missing in your life, too much on your plate, or if you desire change, I can help you find your perfect balance. We can feel overwhelmed by our daily schedules or underwhelmed with our hobbies. My name is Kacey Rose Bongarzone and I am experienced in development of all aspects in life including work, school, recreation, relationships, and self. My curiosity has grown for sharing the healing process, earning my credentials as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) and a Registered Art Therapist (ATR) in order to provide professional services for those that want a path forward.
(617) 648-9715 View (617) 648-9715
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Louise Dery-Wells
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Bridgewater, MA 02324
I am widely experienced in treating anxiety and panic, mood problems, alcoholism, relationships, life transitions, co-dependency, chronic stress, grief and loss of meaning and identity from a mind/body and mindfulness perspective. I work with women and men, older adults, anxious and depressed younger adults, and include significant others as needed. I've had specialized training working with the deeper mind for rapid intervention, enhancing motivation, to transform perceptions that keep us stuck, to resolve problems resistant to change. I offer workshops to enhance resiliency, relationship skills, creativity and problem solving.
I am widely experienced in treating anxiety and panic, mood problems, alcoholism, relationships, life transitions, co-dependency, chronic stress, grief and loss of meaning and identity from a mind/body and mindfulness perspective. I work with women and men, older adults, anxious and depressed younger adults, and include significant others as needed. I've had specialized training working with the deeper mind for rapid intervention, enhancing motivation, to transform perceptions that keep us stuck, to resolve problems resistant to change. I offer workshops to enhance resiliency, relationship skills, creativity and problem solving.
(508) 869-9503 View (508) 869-9503
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Kristine Lydon @ The Psyched Group
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
East Bridgewater, MA 02333  (Online Only)
I understand the challenges, pressure, and stress experienced by those in first responder jobs, including police officers, firefighters, paramedics, military and veterans, hospital/medical, and emergency services workers. I specialize in helping people with depression, anxiety, stress, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) with extensive experience in divorce, parenting, and substance abuse issues. With two decades of experience in managing high-pressure situations and fostering calm, my goal is to emphasize client strengths and choices while helping to facilitate healthy decisions to implement wellness into their daily lives.
I understand the challenges, pressure, and stress experienced by those in first responder jobs, including police officers, firefighters, paramedics, military and veterans, hospital/medical, and emergency services workers. I specialize in helping people with depression, anxiety, stress, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) with extensive experience in divorce, parenting, and substance abuse issues. With two decades of experience in managing high-pressure situations and fostering calm, my goal is to emphasize client strengths and choices while helping to facilitate healthy decisions to implement wellness into their daily lives.
(508) 504-9872 View (508) 504-9872
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David Shumaker
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Norwell, MA 02061
I enjoy a diverse practice that seeks to create a safe environment from which a client can feel free to collaborate in a shared vision of goal attainment. I see individuals, couples, and families. I adopt an integrated approach grounded in evidence-based practice with a particular area of interest and expertise in existential therapeutic applications where indicated. I have published extensively in the area of Existential Psychology (e.g., https://www.palgrave.com/gp/book/9781349952106). I enjoy working with clients who seek a deeper self-understanding in pursuit of transcendence.
I enjoy a diverse practice that seeks to create a safe environment from which a client can feel free to collaborate in a shared vision of goal attainment. I see individuals, couples, and families. I adopt an integrated approach grounded in evidence-based practice with a particular area of interest and expertise in existential therapeutic applications where indicated. I have published extensively in the area of Existential Psychology (e.g., https://www.palgrave.com/gp/book/9781349952106). I enjoy working with clients who seek a deeper self-understanding in pursuit of transcendence.
(781) 905-8621 View (781) 905-8621
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.