Gestalt Therapists in Norwell, MA

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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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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
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Dana Nasser-Tobin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Norwell, MA 02061  (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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Alison Amoroso
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Norwell, MA 02061
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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Victorious Counseling Services
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Norwell, MA 02061
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

More Therapists Nearby

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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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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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The Psyched Group
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Abington, MA 02351
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.
(508) 691-8252 View (508) 691-8252
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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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Carolynn Gillis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Hanson, MA 02341  (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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Danielle Pellat @ The Psyched Group
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pembroke, MA 02359
I am a strong believer in human potentiality and using the uniqueness of each client to achieve transformational growth through a person-centered, strength-based, and empowerment driven approach. You will receive a holistic approach through strengthening one’s mind (psyche), body (movement), and spirit (meditation) as well as traditional modalities. I work with all ages and genders in order to empower my clients to transcend to your highest potential, live life well, and achieve a life of excitement. Don't just get better...THRIVE! Together, we will re-align your body, mind and energy (vibe) to achieve your best filfulling life.
I am a strong believer in human potentiality and using the uniqueness of each client to achieve transformational growth through a person-centered, strength-based, and empowerment driven approach. You will receive a holistic approach through strengthening one’s mind (psyche), body (movement), and spirit (meditation) as well as traditional modalities. I work with all ages and genders in order to empower my clients to transcend to your highest potential, live life well, and achieve a life of excitement. Don't just get better...THRIVE! Together, we will re-align your body, mind and energy (vibe) to achieve your best filfulling life.
(508) 504-7873 View (508) 504-7873
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Shannon Shoemaker
Counselor, PhD, LCPC, NCC
Verified Verified
South Weymouth, MA 02190  (Online Only)
Now accepting new clients! Fall is the perfect season for positive change. Often we are successful in one area of our life but feel that another area is not going as well as we would like. Finding balance can leave us feeling overwhelmed. While we are all the experts on our own lives, sometimes we need the perspective of another person in order to see ourselves more clearly. Helping to better understand yourself and the strengths you already possess can lead to positive change which ideally will result in living a more authentic, balanced, and enriching life. I offer a compassionate, non-judgmental space to explore your challenges.
Now accepting new clients! Fall is the perfect season for positive change. Often we are successful in one area of our life but feel that another area is not going as well as we would like. Finding balance can leave us feeling overwhelmed. While we are all the experts on our own lives, sometimes we need the perspective of another person in order to see ourselves more clearly. Helping to better understand yourself and the strengths you already possess can lead to positive change which ideally will result in living a more authentic, balanced, and enriching life. I offer a compassionate, non-judgmental space to explore your challenges.
(301) 666-2742 View (301) 666-2742
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Helene Andrea Lieb
Psychologist, EdD
Verified Verified
Cohasset, MA 02025  (Online Only)
I have been practicing as a psychologist for over 34 years and love what I do. My approach to therapy is client centered and relational. I utilize a multimodal approach in my work with individuals, couples and families dealing with a diversity of issues.
I have been practicing as a psychologist for over 34 years and love what I do. My approach to therapy is client centered and relational. I utilize a multimodal approach in my work with individuals, couples and families dealing with a diversity of issues.
(339) 300-9100 View (339) 300-9100
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Dane Carlo Ripellino
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Weymouth, MA 02190
There is no real ‘cure’ for being a human being. But in therapy, there can be support, exploration and development of skills that let us live a more meaningful and manageable life. Perspective of another, more objective person, can help. When you are in the movie, you can't watch it.
There is no real ‘cure’ for being a human being. But in therapy, there can be support, exploration and development of skills that let us live a more meaningful and manageable life. Perspective of another, more objective person, can help. When you are in the movie, you can't watch it.
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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

Online Therapists

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Sharona Halpern
Counselor, MA, LMHC, ACC
Verified Verified
Newton, MA 02458
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.
(857) 919-1811 View (857) 919-1811
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Jane Thompson Willgren
Counselor, LMHC, SEP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wenham, MA 01984  (Online Only)
I am a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner and a Certified Gestalt Therapist.
I bring over 25 years of clinical experience to my practice as a psychotherapist. It is my belief that we each have a quiet place of truth within us that has been buried by the demands of life. Our habits and beliefs hold us back from our true nature and the life we desire. Together, we will work in the present moment to increase self awareness, uncover obstacles, and access this place of inner truth and strength. In my work with clients I often see individuals struggling with relationship conflicts, anxiety, depression, parenting concerns, life transitions, and the effects of trauma.
I am a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner and a Certified Gestalt Therapist.
I bring over 25 years of clinical experience to my practice as a psychotherapist. It is my belief that we each have a quiet place of truth within us that has been buried by the demands of life. Our habits and beliefs hold us back from our true nature and the life we desire. Together, we will work in the present moment to increase self awareness, uncover obstacles, and access this place of inner truth and strength. In my work with clients I often see individuals struggling with relationship conflicts, anxiety, depression, parenting concerns, life transitions, and the effects of trauma.
(845) 875-9277 View (845) 875-9277
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David Hudson
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02115  (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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Lucy Hemmendinger
Counselor, LMHC, SEP
Verified Verified
Northampton, MA 01060
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.
(413) 402-6135 x413522 View (413) 402-6135 x413522
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Mowie Freeman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Easthampton, MA 01027
Waitlist for new clients
I support folks in reconnecting with what our bodies have to tell us about our hurts and healing. I am a somatic and Gestalt-trained therapist, meaning that I have particular experience leading folks in reconnecting to their bodies, + working with their nervous systems to access new possibilities for healing. I often work with individuals navigating anxiety, relational difficulties, obsessive compulsive patternings, chronic illness, and grief + loss. I especially enjoy working with folks who have a mindfulness/meditation practice, are curious about embodiment, and interested in cultivating deeper intimacy with themselves and others.
I support folks in reconnecting with what our bodies have to tell us about our hurts and healing. I am a somatic and Gestalt-trained therapist, meaning that I have particular experience leading folks in reconnecting to their bodies, + working with their nervous systems to access new possibilities for healing. I often work with individuals navigating anxiety, relational difficulties, obsessive compulsive patternings, chronic illness, and grief + loss. I especially enjoy working with folks who have a mindfulness/meditation practice, are curious about embodiment, and interested in cultivating deeper intimacy with themselves and others.
(413) 259-0531 View (413) 259-0531
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.