Gestalt Therapists in Woburn, MA
I started my career after graduate school running group homes for adolescents. I also spent time working in a residential treatment program for adults with eating disorders, and maintained a small caseload for individual psychotherapy.For the past 13 years, I have been in private practice full time providing psychotherapy to individuals and some couples. In the past few years, my interest has turned to experiential therapies such as Internal Family Systems, Psychodrama, and Gestalt. Other strong interests include Polyvagal Theory, Somatic Experiencing and Attachment Theory. My work is trauma-informed and holistic.
I started my career after graduate school running group homes for adolescents. I also spent time working in a residential treatment program for adults with eating disorders, and maintained a small caseload for individual psychotherapy.For the past 13 years, I have been in private practice full time providing psychotherapy to individuals and some couples. In the past few years, my interest has turned to experiential therapies such as Internal Family Systems, Psychodrama, and Gestalt. Other strong interests include Polyvagal Theory, Somatic Experiencing and Attachment Theory. My work is trauma-informed and holistic.
I am a Licensed Social Worker (LSW) and Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LCADC) specializing in the treatment of trauma and addictions. I am passionate about walking clients through the healing journey, and believe that through facing our struggles we are able to find and embrace our unique strengths and purpose.
I am a Licensed Social Worker (LSW) and Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LCADC) specializing in the treatment of trauma and addictions. I am passionate about walking clients through the healing journey, and believe that through facing our struggles we are able to find and embrace our unique strengths and purpose.
My name is Esraa, and I am a Forensic mental health clinician. I believe that who we are today is strongly influenced by how the world once treated us. I emphasize understanding how past childhood experiences have the ability to impact present functioning. Before finding solutions, I first believe one must come to understand where issues originally stemmed from. This increases interpersonal awareness and sets the stage for working on more concrete and maladaptive thoughts and behaviors.
My name is Esraa, and I am a Forensic mental health clinician. I believe that who we are today is strongly influenced by how the world once treated us. I emphasize understanding how past childhood experiences have the ability to impact present functioning. Before finding solutions, I first believe one must come to understand where issues originally stemmed from. This increases interpersonal awareness and sets the stage for working on more concrete and maladaptive thoughts and behaviors.
Do you have difficulties finding joy and satisfaction with your relationships, job, social life, substance use behaviors, or daily life? I work best with clients open to trying new therapy modalities to understand themselves further. My ideal client is ready to embark on the journey of getting to know oneself. I recognize and understand how difficult it can be to take a deeper look at our own behaviors and thoughts, and I am ready to help you take these first steps in your journey.
Do you have difficulties finding joy and satisfaction with your relationships, job, social life, substance use behaviors, or daily life? I work best with clients open to trying new therapy modalities to understand themselves further. My ideal client is ready to embark on the journey of getting to know oneself. I recognize and understand how difficult it can be to take a deeper look at our own behaviors and thoughts, and I am ready to help you take these first steps in your journey.
My ideal client is often a little uncomfortable internally, manifested as anxiety or depression. Often, clients I work best with have a complex childhood that can filter into current relationships. My clients often love objective data (like I do) and will measure key components of their care to understand if they are improving over time.
My ideal client is often a little uncomfortable internally, manifested as anxiety or depression. Often, clients I work best with have a complex childhood that can filter into current relationships. My clients often love objective data (like I do) and will measure key components of their care to understand if they are improving over time.
My ideal client would be someone who has not had much success with counseling in the past but is very motivated to participate. I would love to work with a client who has struggled with depression, anxiety, some substance use, and has a history of trauma. I would work to help this client recognize how these issues are connected and perpetuate a cycle. I would also want to help them interrupt that cycle and set boundaries with themselves and in interpersonal relationships. I would work with this client to find healthy hobbies and coping skills while also challenging them.
My ideal client would be someone who has not had much success with counseling in the past but is very motivated to participate. I would love to work with a client who has struggled with depression, anxiety, some substance use, and has a history of trauma. I would work to help this client recognize how these issues are connected and perpetuate a cycle. I would also want to help them interrupt that cycle and set boundaries with themselves and in interpersonal relationships. I would work with this client to find healthy hobbies and coping skills while also challenging them.
The ideal client is open to receiving advice and implementing it into their daily lives. The client may have issues with substance abuse due to a lack of healthy coping skills. The client's needs are to improve the quality of work-life balance. It is also important for clients to learn healthy coping strategies to cope with anxiety, depression, and other underlying mental health disorders that are often the underlying cause of substance abuse.
The ideal client is open to receiving advice and implementing it into their daily lives. The client may have issues with substance abuse due to a lack of healthy coping skills. The client's needs are to improve the quality of work-life balance. It is also important for clients to learn healthy coping strategies to cope with anxiety, depression, and other underlying mental health disorders that are often the underlying cause of substance abuse.
Nicholas J Marciello
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Woburn, MA 01801 (Online Only)
Welcome! I’m really glad you’re here. In therapy I create a safe space where you can share your thoughts, feelings, and experiences without judgment. Remember, this is your time and your journey. We’ll move at a pace that feels comfortable for you, and we’ll focus on what matters most to you. I am very committed to supporting individuals from various walks of life, including veterans, children, teens, and people in recovery. My experience extends to addressing substance use concerns, trauma care, and family systems.
Welcome! I’m really glad you’re here. In therapy I create a safe space where you can share your thoughts, feelings, and experiences without judgment. Remember, this is your time and your journey. We’ll move at a pace that feels comfortable for you, and we’ll focus on what matters most to you. I am very committed to supporting individuals from various walks of life, including veterans, children, teens, and people in recovery. My experience extends to addressing substance use concerns, trauma care, and family systems.
After 30 years in private practice, I have retired to do what I most enjoy which is helping our veterans connect with healing and growth experiences they find helpful. Among these is a program of mindfulness meditation in Nature. For more information, go to my website at Guidedwildernessconnections.com.
After 30 years in private practice, I have retired to do what I most enjoy which is helping our veterans connect with healing and growth experiences they find helpful. Among these is a program of mindfulness meditation in Nature. For more information, go to my website at Guidedwildernessconnections.com.
Lindsay Averbook
Counselor, MEd, LMHC, LADC-1
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Woburn, MA 01801
Not accepting new clients
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor with over a decade of experience in the mental health field. I believe that building a strong, trusting therapeutic relationship based on mutual respect is the foundation for the most meaningful work to be done. I have a relaxed, non-judgmental, conversational approach that encourages clients to feel at ease. I strive to provide support around helping increase awareness and empowering others to make the changes that they need and desire in life.
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor with over a decade of experience in the mental health field. I believe that building a strong, trusting therapeutic relationship based on mutual respect is the foundation for the most meaningful work to be done. I have a relaxed, non-judgmental, conversational approach that encourages clients to feel at ease. I strive to provide support around helping increase awareness and empowering others to make the changes that they need and desire in life.
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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).
Methods of psychotherapy that I have integrated include (IFS) Internal Family Systems Therapy, EMDR, Gestalt Therapy, and Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy.
My approach to counseling is active and empowering . Utilizing various methods I have learned over more than 40 years of practice I will quickly help you identify strengths and challenges to living your life more fully. Clients I have helped most effectively include those struggling with ADHD (whether diagnosed or suspected) , anxiety, grief, trauma, sexual orientation, and life stage adjustment issues. Sessions can be either online or in person at my comfortable home office only 1 mile from Route 128 near route 2A.
Methods of psychotherapy that I have integrated include (IFS) Internal Family Systems Therapy, EMDR, Gestalt Therapy, and Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy.
My approach to counseling is active and empowering . Utilizing various methods I have learned over more than 40 years of practice I will quickly help you identify strengths and challenges to living your life more fully. Clients I have helped most effectively include those struggling with ADHD (whether diagnosed or suspected) , anxiety, grief, trauma, sexual orientation, and life stage adjustment issues. Sessions can be either online or in person at my comfortable home office only 1 mile from Route 128 near route 2A.
Maxwell Levis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LICSW
Verified Verified
Cambridge, MA 02138 (Online Only)
I use psychodynamic, gestalt, mindfulness, and arts-based interventions to guide clients towards meaningful change, identifying, acknowledging, and enhancing their personal patterns.
I am a psychotherapist, teacher, and researcher focused on brief individualized interventions that have long term benefits. I utilize creativity to help clients find their own path to self-discovery and growth. I specialize in integrating relational perspectives to develop personalized care. My treatment approach centers on wellness and discerning the unique ways of finding balance in our lives. As part of this process, I focus on interpersonal dynamics, family history, and current objectives.
I use psychodynamic, gestalt, mindfulness, and arts-based interventions to guide clients towards meaningful change, identifying, acknowledging, and enhancing their personal patterns.
I am a psychotherapist, teacher, and researcher focused on brief individualized interventions that have long term benefits. I utilize creativity to help clients find their own path to self-discovery and growth. I specialize in integrating relational perspectives to develop personalized care. My treatment approach centers on wellness and discerning the unique ways of finding balance in our lives. As part of this process, I focus on interpersonal dynamics, family history, and current objectives.
For each unique person or couple I work with, I weave together behavioral (DBT, CBT, ACT), narrative and somatic ( Gestalt, Somatic Experiencing) approaches to shape our work specifically to you.
<- New sessions available mornings & evenings - New couples welcome -> Are you living with challenging routines? Having the same fight over and over or the same negative self-thoughts every night? Often, these painful patterns came out of initial attempts to help care for yourself or your relationship. My goal is to support you to explore how these patterns influence your life today and then to continue the parts that serve you and to change the ones that don’t. You may build new boundaries, find ways to quiet shame and shape new narratives of possibility to find the growth you're looking for.
For each unique person or couple I work with, I weave together behavioral (DBT, CBT, ACT), narrative and somatic ( Gestalt, Somatic Experiencing) approaches to shape our work specifically to you.
<- New sessions available mornings & evenings - New couples welcome -> Are you living with challenging routines? Having the same fight over and over or the same negative self-thoughts every night? Often, these painful patterns came out of initial attempts to help care for yourself or your relationship. My goal is to support you to explore how these patterns influence your life today and then to continue the parts that serve you and to change the ones that don’t. You may build new boundaries, find ways to quiet shame and shape new narratives of possibility to find the growth you're looking for.
Violeta Gonzalez Fowler
Counselor, LMHC, LCMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
Wilmington, MA 01887 (Online Only)
Some of my specific trainings and certifications include: ISSTD (International Society of Trauma and Dissociation), Gestalt Institute in Cleveland, ASCH ( American Society of Clinical Hypnosis) and EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing.
Hello and thank you for visiting my profile. I am a Professional Counselor who has been practicing for the past 15 years and I am passionate in helping others. I am committed to providing a nurturing, non-judgemental environment where you can learn about yourself and your relationship with others. I have worked with individuals with anxiety, depression, trauma, dissociation, relationship issues, mood changes, obsessive compulsive disorders.
Some of my specific trainings and certifications include: ISSTD (International Society of Trauma and Dissociation), Gestalt Institute in Cleveland, ASCH ( American Society of Clinical Hypnosis) and EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing.
Hello and thank you for visiting my profile. I am a Professional Counselor who has been practicing for the past 15 years and I am passionate in helping others. I am committed to providing a nurturing, non-judgemental environment where you can learn about yourself and your relationship with others. I have worked with individuals with anxiety, depression, trauma, dissociation, relationship issues, mood changes, obsessive compulsive disorders.
I use a range of modalities, including CBT, interpersonal therapy, and Gestalt techniques, to guide you through healing.
My practice is committed to empowering adults and couples to overcome the intense challenges of trauma, life transitions, and relationship struggles—whether it's loss, divorce, breakups, or parenting. I also take pride in working with men seeking support for their unique challenges. Together, we'll reclaim your priorities, break through negative thought patterns, and create stronger, healthier relationships. After our sessions, you'll feel more grounded, balanced, and aware of yourself, with a deeper sense of gratitude and connection to the world around you.
I use a range of modalities, including CBT, interpersonal therapy, and Gestalt techniques, to guide you through healing.
My practice is committed to empowering adults and couples to overcome the intense challenges of trauma, life transitions, and relationship struggles—whether it's loss, divorce, breakups, or parenting. I also take pride in working with men seeking support for their unique challenges. Together, we'll reclaim your priorities, break through negative thought patterns, and create stronger, healthier relationships. After our sessions, you'll feel more grounded, balanced, and aware of yourself, with a deeper sense of gratitude and connection to the world around you.
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.
Ireneusz Sielski
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Arlington, MA 02476 (Online Only)
I use an eclectic approach, incorporating EMDR, Family Systems Theory, Gestalt, Motivational Interviewing, and other methods.
Hello, I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with expertise in anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship issues. I work with individuals, couples, and families, drawing on experience with clients from the US and Europe. Licensed in MA and CT. (Note: I accept Tufts insurance with exception of Tufts Health Direct, Tufts Together, Tufts Unify – also called OneCare)
I use an eclectic approach, incorporating EMDR, Family Systems Theory, Gestalt, Motivational Interviewing, and other methods.
Hello, I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with expertise in anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship issues. I work with individuals, couples, and families, drawing on experience with clients from the US and Europe. Licensed in MA and CT. (Note: I accept Tufts insurance with exception of Tufts Health Direct, Tufts Together, Tufts Unify – also called OneCare)
I will help my clients using a variety of techniques, such as CBT, DBT, mindfulness and gestalt.
I feel therapy is a modality for clients to tap into their own Human resilence. I appreciate the mind-body system. Life gives us challenges. As a therapist I will work with you to find your resilent capacity in a safe and compaaionate space. I will guide you in becoming more grounded and confident in yourself.
I will help my clients using a variety of techniques, such as CBT, DBT, mindfulness and gestalt.
I feel therapy is a modality for clients to tap into their own Human resilence. I appreciate the mind-body system. Life gives us challenges. As a therapist I will work with you to find your resilent capacity in a safe and compaaionate space. I will guide you in becoming more grounded and confident in yourself.
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.
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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.