Gestalt Therapists in Jamaica Plain, MA
For over 25 years I have worked with individuals, couples, groups and families to help them find greater clarity and balance, equipping them with the critical skills they need to navigate the challenges of living in a face paced, digital and individualized world. I rely greatly on the tenants of IFS therapy and support that with a holistic and non-pathologizing outlook. I believe that we all carry a self healing drive, that, when supported correctly, leads to improved health and well being. For those with a spiritual bent or curiosity, I aim to bear witness to the intimacies and intricacies of your journey.
For over 25 years I have worked with individuals, couples, groups and families to help them find greater clarity and balance, equipping them with the critical skills they need to navigate the challenges of living in a face paced, digital and individualized world. I rely greatly on the tenants of IFS therapy and support that with a holistic and non-pathologizing outlook. I believe that we all carry a self healing drive, that, when supported correctly, leads to improved health and well being. For those with a spiritual bent or curiosity, I aim to bear witness to the intimacies and intricacies of your journey.
Psychotherapy is a good, honest, and interesting conversation amongst equals. It is a guided journey of self-awareness to reclaim our authenticity. We activate inner resources through storytelling, so to gain new perspectives about ourselves, and others. We are not mechanically determined by our past. Imagination opens creative alternatives reinforcing a sense of realistic hope. The goal is to achieve meaning, and purpose in all the spheres of our existence.
Psychotherapy is a good, honest, and interesting conversation amongst equals. It is a guided journey of self-awareness to reclaim our authenticity. We activate inner resources through storytelling, so to gain new perspectives about ourselves, and others. We are not mechanically determined by our past. Imagination opens creative alternatives reinforcing a sense of realistic hope. The goal is to achieve meaning, and purpose in all the spheres of our existence.
Luz-Anne Guerrier - Movement For The Mind
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified Verified
Jamaica Plain, MA 02130 (Online Only)
Growing up, I promised myself I would live up to the meaning of my name, light. I figured the best way I could achieve this goal is by simply guiding others to find the light within themselves and/or pertaining to their situation. My goal is to help alleviate emotional burden and improve mental health. I have experience working with individuals who struggle with addiction, mental disorders, trauma, and major stressors. I invite anyone to be welcomed into a safe space where they are the experts in their life.
Growing up, I promised myself I would live up to the meaning of my name, light. I figured the best way I could achieve this goal is by simply guiding others to find the light within themselves and/or pertaining to their situation. My goal is to help alleviate emotional burden and improve mental health. I have experience working with individuals who struggle with addiction, mental disorders, trauma, and major stressors. I invite anyone to be welcomed into a safe space where they are the experts in their life.
I am passionate about working with couples to achieve a more intimate and satisfying relationship. In therapy, I work with each individual to identify issues that are interfering in achieving these and use a strengths-based approach to support clients to develop better ways of relating. I believe that the best way to get to the root of the issue is through being open and direct with clients.
I am passionate about working with couples to achieve a more intimate and satisfying relationship. In therapy, I work with each individual to identify issues that are interfering in achieving these and use a strengths-based approach to support clients to develop better ways of relating. I believe that the best way to get to the root of the issue is through being open and direct with clients.
Mallory A Ingram
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, R-DMT, LCPC, LMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Jamaica Plain, MA 02130 (Online Only)
We have immediate openings! As the owner of Modern Soul Therapy LLC, we strive to cultivate a deep sense of empathy and non-judgment to build a safe, collaborative, and empowering environment for clients to truly thrive! My belief in the power of human resilience drives my work with clients, resulting in an eclectic, creative, and conversational approach. I have extensive knowledge in trauma informed care, evidenced based practices such as CBT, DBT, and ACT, creative arts therapies, narrative therapy, existential therapy, positive psychology, somatic/body based therapy, energy work and mindfulness. Let's dive into your inner world!
We have immediate openings! As the owner of Modern Soul Therapy LLC, we strive to cultivate a deep sense of empathy and non-judgment to build a safe, collaborative, and empowering environment for clients to truly thrive! My belief in the power of human resilience drives my work with clients, resulting in an eclectic, creative, and conversational approach. I have extensive knowledge in trauma informed care, evidenced based practices such as CBT, DBT, and ACT, creative arts therapies, narrative therapy, existential therapy, positive psychology, somatic/body based therapy, energy work and mindfulness. Let's dive into your inner world!
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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.
Introduction to The Cape Cod Model and Cape Cod Training Program at The Gestalt International Study Center.
Unfortunately, I am not accepting new clients at this time. (updated 05/15/24) For over twenty five years, I have been practicing psychotherapy with couples, families and individuals, addressing a variety of issues including depression, anxiety, life transitions, sexuality, trauma, loss and grief. My style is interactive, supportive and collaborative. My role is to help you discover your strengths and learn to build on them, leading to personal growth and change. Additionally, therapy is a place to explore what is preventing you from reaching your goals and living a better quality life.
Introduction to The Cape Cod Model and Cape Cod Training Program at The Gestalt International Study Center.
Unfortunately, I am not accepting new clients at this time. (updated 05/15/24) For over twenty five years, I have been practicing psychotherapy with couples, families and individuals, addressing a variety of issues including depression, anxiety, life transitions, sexuality, trauma, loss and grief. My style is interactive, supportive and collaborative. My role is to help you discover your strengths and learn to build on them, leading to personal growth and change. Additionally, therapy is a place to explore what is preventing you from reaching your goals and living a better quality life.
Boston Evening Therapy Associates
Counselor, MS, CAGS, LMHC
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02135 (Online Only)
You are in charge of your life changes. My role is to help you achieve your emotional/spiritual/mental health goals and to be with you as we work on these goals together. The therapeutic alliance is most important in our work. We will determine which approach serves your needs: Rogerian, CBT, Gestalt, Psycho-dynamic, spirituality based, Mindfulness and/or a combination of these.
You are in charge of your life changes. My role is to help you achieve your emotional/spiritual/mental health goals and to be with you as we work on these goals together. The therapeutic alliance is most important in our work. We will determine which approach serves your needs: Rogerian, CBT, Gestalt, Psycho-dynamic, spirituality based, Mindfulness and/or a combination of these.
Nadia utilizes cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), Gestalt therapy, Behavioral activation, reflective listening and mindfulness approaches to help clients reach their individual potential and goals.
Nadia Thérèse Brandon is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) who has over 5 years of experience in mental health. Her specialties include treating PTSD, anxiety management and attachment-based issues in relationships. Nadia takes a warm, non-judgmental, strengths-based approach to therapeutic healing, seeing the whole person rather than focusing on deficits.
Nadia utilizes cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), Gestalt therapy, Behavioral activation, reflective listening and mindfulness approaches to help clients reach their individual potential and goals.
Nadia Thérèse Brandon is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) who has over 5 years of experience in mental health. Her specialties include treating PTSD, anxiety management and attachment-based issues in relationships. Nadia takes a warm, non-judgmental, strengths-based approach to therapeutic healing, seeing the whole person rather than focusing on deficits.
Jes Means-The Therapy Space LLC
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Roslindale, MA 02131 (Online Only)
My expertise is CBT, DBT, Gestalt, Existential, Narrative, and Adlerian models of therapy.
If you’re trapped in a spiral of anxiety or depression, here is a hand reaching out to slow your momentum and create space for peace. Are you struggling to find a way to break the cycle of stress? Let me help you find a way to regain control. I specialize in working with individuals who may have a physical disability, chronic pain, trauma, grief, as well as LGBTQAI+ issues.
My expertise is CBT, DBT, Gestalt, Existential, Narrative, and Adlerian models of therapy.
If you’re trapped in a spiral of anxiety or depression, here is a hand reaching out to slow your momentum and create space for peace. Are you struggling to find a way to break the cycle of stress? Let me help you find a way to regain control. I specialize in working with individuals who may have a physical disability, chronic pain, trauma, grief, as well as LGBTQAI+ issues.
I have an eclectic approach to therapy, utilizing verbal therapies including CBT, DBT, humanistic, mindfulness, gestalt approaches and art therapies techniques that best suit a client's ability to move forward in therapy.
Old habits and fixed thoughts may be preventing you from making decisions or choosing a life-path. Together, we will work to build your confidence, decision making skills, and develop strategies for you to achieve success! With over 20 years of experience, I graduated from Lesley University with a Master in Expressive Therapy with an Art Therapy Specialization. I received post-graduate training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Trauma studies. I am a Registered Art Therapist and Certified Eat, Breathe Thrive(TM) Instructor.
I have an eclectic approach to therapy, utilizing verbal therapies including CBT, DBT, humanistic, mindfulness, gestalt approaches and art therapies techniques that best suit a client's ability to move forward in therapy.
Old habits and fixed thoughts may be preventing you from making decisions or choosing a life-path. Together, we will work to build your confidence, decision making skills, and develop strategies for you to achieve success! With over 20 years of experience, I graduated from Lesley University with a Master in Expressive Therapy with an Art Therapy Specialization. I received post-graduate training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Trauma studies. I am a Registered Art Therapist and Certified Eat, Breathe Thrive(TM) Instructor.
organizational development, developmental psychology, gestalt therapy, transactional analysis, and body-oriented psychotherapy based on the approaches of Ilana Rubenfeld, F.
I currently have openings in groups for men in recovery from sex addiction and intimacy disorders. I am a certified Sex Addiction Therapist Supervisor (CSAT-S). In addition to facilitating groups, I work with individuals, couples, and families focused on coping with challenges of sex addiction and intimacy disorders. I also work with clients coping with issues related to chronic/catastrophic illness, pain management, relationship issues (couples, children, and families), phobias, post-traumatic stress, and mood disorders (depression, anxiety, bi-polar).
organizational development, developmental psychology, gestalt therapy, transactional analysis, and body-oriented psychotherapy based on the approaches of Ilana Rubenfeld, F.
I currently have openings in groups for men in recovery from sex addiction and intimacy disorders. I am a certified Sex Addiction Therapist Supervisor (CSAT-S). In addition to facilitating groups, I work with individuals, couples, and families focused on coping with challenges of sex addiction and intimacy disorders. I also work with clients coping with issues related to chronic/catastrophic illness, pain management, relationship issues (couples, children, and families), phobias, post-traumatic stress, and mood disorders (depression, anxiety, bi-polar).
Melanie R. Nevis
Creative Arts Therapist, MA, LCAT, ACC
Not Verified Not Verified
Brookline, MA 02446 (Online Only)
Welcome! I know that finding the right therapist or coach can feel confusing or overwhelming. I offer a safe and supportive environment for you to explore your challenges and move towards fully embracing yourself and living the life you desire. My approach brings together Gestalt, Mind-Body Somatic approaches, and over 30 years of therapeutic work with children and adults. I have a passion and expertise for helping HIGHLY SENSITIVE PEOPLE understand and embrace both the gifts and challenges of their heightened receptivity, that can lead to overwhelm, overstimulation, and other challenges.
Welcome! I know that finding the right therapist or coach can feel confusing or overwhelming. I offer a safe and supportive environment for you to explore your challenges and move towards fully embracing yourself and living the life you desire. My approach brings together Gestalt, Mind-Body Somatic approaches, and over 30 years of therapeutic work with children and adults. I have a passion and expertise for helping HIGHLY SENSITIVE PEOPLE understand and embrace both the gifts and challenges of their heightened receptivity, that can lead to overwhelm, overstimulation, and other challenges.
Nova Concierge Counseling, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Boston, MA 02215 (Online Only)
Nova Concierge Counseling, LLC is a boutique therapy practice catering to the individual needs of each client. We pride ourselves in being accessible, hands-on and in your corner to aide in challenges and celebrate your successes during every step of your journey. Our sessions are 60 minutes in length. We also offer concierge services as needed. We are a small practice, allowing us to be highly available and offer support services in addition to regular sessions. Please note that insurance is not accepted we are a private pay only practice.
Nova Concierge Counseling, LLC is a boutique therapy practice catering to the individual needs of each client. We pride ourselves in being accessible, hands-on and in your corner to aide in challenges and celebrate your successes during every step of your journey. Our sessions are 60 minutes in length. We also offer concierge services as needed. We are a small practice, allowing us to be highly available and offer support services in addition to regular sessions. Please note that insurance is not accepted we are a private pay only practice.
Peaceful Healing Soul Counseling Center, LLC
Counselor, MS, LMHC
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02127 (Online Only)
My mission is to help my clients to explore some of their issues that are encountering, guide them to gain awareness of their mind, body and emotions/ behavior. My hope is also to create a safe, judgement -free environment space for my clients, building together a therapeutic relationship.
My mission is to help my clients to explore some of their issues that are encountering, guide them to gain awareness of their mind, body and emotions/ behavior. My hope is also to create a safe, judgement -free environment space for my clients, building together a therapeutic relationship.
Anna Svetchnikov
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MS, LSWA
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02134 (Online Only)
Individual clients welcome. In my professional journey, I've had the privilege of guiding thousands of clients from diverse backgrounds, each with their own unique stories and challenges. I help individuals cultivate a deep understanding of their emotions, fostering emotional intelligence that is crucial for personal growth. I strive to create a space where feelings are acknowledged and processed, to clear a path for success. Embracing wellbeing as a fundamental aspect of strength is at the heart of my approach. The goal is for you to become an insightful expert of your own life - past, present and future.
Individual clients welcome. In my professional journey, I've had the privilege of guiding thousands of clients from diverse backgrounds, each with their own unique stories and challenges. I help individuals cultivate a deep understanding of their emotions, fostering emotional intelligence that is crucial for personal growth. I strive to create a space where feelings are acknowledged and processed, to clear a path for success. Embracing wellbeing as a fundamental aspect of strength is at the heart of my approach. The goal is for you to become an insightful expert of your own life - past, present and future.
Park View Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Boston, MA 02115 (Online Only)
Is stress/anxiety preventing you from getting more enjoyment out of life? I can help you manage it better so you're able to focus on the things that are important to you. Diagnosed with cancer or other serious illness? I can help you cope with that & incorporate it into your day-to-day life. Other areas of focus include couples counseling, workplace issues, relationship issues, behavioral concerns, & parenting. Adapting to a new normal takes time and in some instances takes help. Counseling is one way to receive that help. Now accepting new clients and now also offering 20-minute check-ins.
Is stress/anxiety preventing you from getting more enjoyment out of life? I can help you manage it better so you're able to focus on the things that are important to you. Diagnosed with cancer or other serious illness? I can help you cope with that & incorporate it into your day-to-day life. Other areas of focus include couples counseling, workplace issues, relationship issues, behavioral concerns, & parenting. Adapting to a new normal takes time and in some instances takes help. Counseling is one way to receive that help. Now accepting new clients and now also offering 20-minute check-ins.
Katlyn Troisi
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Boston, MA 02215 (Online Only)
The clients I tend to work well with come in for a variety of reasons, but the common piece is their willingness to work toward their goals. This could mean increasing self-esteem, improving interpersonal relationships, and much more.
The clients I tend to work well with come in for a variety of reasons, but the common piece is their willingness to work toward their goals. This could mean increasing self-esteem, improving interpersonal relationships, and much more.
Lakisha R. Austin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, MBA, MSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Dorchester, MA 02125
I work with professional women and men who struggle with the demands of daily living, parenting, work/life balance, interpersonal and family relationships. My typical client is an overachiever and successful by society's standards who at times suffers from stress, anxiety, and/or depression.
I work with professional women and men who struggle with the demands of daily living, parenting, work/life balance, interpersonal and family relationships. My typical client is an overachiever and successful by society's standards who at times suffers from stress, anxiety, and/or depression.
Susan Taterka
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, LCSW, ACSW
Verified Verified
Brookline, MA 02146
Waitlist for new clients
I work with people struggling with stress or loss. I offer understanding and compassion. I help my clients recognize and understand their feelings, improve their coping and communication skills, increase their emotional intelligence, clarify their goals, implement their plans, raise their self-esteem, and heal. I work with adults of all ages and cultural backgrounds- single, married, widowed, divorced/separated, caregivers, single parents, parents struggling with their children's difficulties, and adult children of elderly parents who are declining.
I work with people struggling with stress or loss. I offer understanding and compassion. I help my clients recognize and understand their feelings, improve their coping and communication skills, increase their emotional intelligence, clarify their goals, implement their plans, raise their self-esteem, and heal. I work with adults of all ages and cultural backgrounds- single, married, widowed, divorced/separated, caregivers, single parents, parents struggling with their children's difficulties, and adult children of elderly parents who are declining.
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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.