Gestalt Therapists in Sanford, NC
Rebecca Siwanowicz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MCAP
Verified Verified
Sanford, NC 27332 (Online Only)
Treatment modalities I frequent are: MI, CBT, DBT, SFT, SBT, Existentialism, Attachment Based Therapy, CCT, ACT, Gestalt, Humanistic Therapy, Trauma Therapy, etc.
Hello beautiful people! There is no instruction manual for life and being human in an ever changing world is tough. I believe that we are all perfectly, imperfect and aim to assist my clients in appreciating their individuality and developing a life and sense of self of their choosing. I firmly believe that, as human beings, we don't belong in a box. If you are struggling with a life altering situation or simply need to process some potential life changes, reach out! You deserve a safe, supportive environment where you can be transparent and honest in achieving your personal goals and thriving in life rather than just surviving!
Treatment modalities I frequent are: MI, CBT, DBT, SFT, SBT, Existentialism, Attachment Based Therapy, CCT, ACT, Gestalt, Humanistic Therapy, Trauma Therapy, etc.
Hello beautiful people! There is no instruction manual for life and being human in an ever changing world is tough. I believe that we are all perfectly, imperfect and aim to assist my clients in appreciating their individuality and developing a life and sense of self of their choosing. I firmly believe that, as human beings, we don't belong in a box. If you are struggling with a life altering situation or simply need to process some potential life changes, reach out! You deserve a safe, supportive environment where you can be transparent and honest in achieving your personal goals and thriving in life rather than just surviving!
Compass House Counseling Center
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Sanford, NC 27330
I have been a Licensed Marriage and Family therapist since 1991. As a therapist, I provide marriage and family therapy services to individuals, couples, children, teenagers and families by evaluating and treating mental and emotional health problems within the context of human relationships. I have also coordinated and supervised family therapy services program for both residential and after care participants in an adolescent drug treatment facility. I am committed to promoting optimal health and well being for my clients.
I have been a Licensed Marriage and Family therapist since 1991. As a therapist, I provide marriage and family therapy services to individuals, couples, children, teenagers and families by evaluating and treating mental and emotional health problems within the context of human relationships. I have also coordinated and supervised family therapy services program for both residential and after care participants in an adolescent drug treatment facility. I am committed to promoting optimal health and well being for my clients.
Pamela Adkins
Lic Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate, LCMHCA, CCC, MA, MS, NCC
Verified Verified
Sanford, NC 27330
As a Black wife, mother, and mental health counselor, I aim to help my clients design balanced lives focusing on holistic wellness. I specialize in couple and family counseling, career and life preparation, and individual therapy. My work involves addressing and managing personal, emotional, professional, and relationship issues to help my clients achieve their goals. I show up to each session as my authentic self, understanding the power of diversity, inclusion, and representation. My intersecting identity is a powerful resource for those who share my similar identities and those who do not but desire authenticity.
As a Black wife, mother, and mental health counselor, I aim to help my clients design balanced lives focusing on holistic wellness. I specialize in couple and family counseling, career and life preparation, and individual therapy. My work involves addressing and managing personal, emotional, professional, and relationship issues to help my clients achieve their goals. I show up to each session as my authentic self, understanding the power of diversity, inclusion, and representation. My intersecting identity is a powerful resource for those who share my similar identities and those who do not but desire authenticity.
Community Alternative Housing
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Sanford, NC 27330
My specialty is assisting individuals in realizing their potential. My clients desire and attain a higher level of functioning. I enjoy helping my clients maximize their potential.
My specialty is assisting individuals in realizing their potential. My clients desire and attain a higher level of functioning. I enjoy helping my clients maximize their potential.
Online Therapists
Dr. Maddy M Lowman
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, PhD, LCMHC, SEP
Verified Verified
Greensboro, NC 27401
Waitlist for new clients
I typically use a Gestalt and existential lens with clients, encouraging present-moment experiences and helping clients as they make meaning of their lived experiences.
It can be exceptionally difficult to go through daily life, and I've found that to be true for most (if not all) people I know and love. There are so many difficult things that can pile up on one another, making it complicated to maintain relationships, wellness, work, and other things you might value. Sometimes it's hard to "ask for what you need" because sometimes we have no idea! I'm here to help even when that question feels hard to answer, and our work can start with exploring goals you have for yourself. The resiliency I see in clients is awe-inspiring and beautiful, and I offer several approaches to help them get there.
I typically use a Gestalt and existential lens with clients, encouraging present-moment experiences and helping clients as they make meaning of their lived experiences.
It can be exceptionally difficult to go through daily life, and I've found that to be true for most (if not all) people I know and love. There are so many difficult things that can pile up on one another, making it complicated to maintain relationships, wellness, work, and other things you might value. Sometimes it's hard to "ask for what you need" because sometimes we have no idea! I'm here to help even when that question feels hard to answer, and our work can start with exploring goals you have for yourself. The resiliency I see in clients is awe-inspiring and beautiful, and I offer several approaches to help them get there.
Taylor Stotler
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Winston Salem, NC 27103 (Online Only)
I base my approach on you and your needs by utilizing a number of types of therapy, including but not limited to: EMDR, Gestalt, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Superhero Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and I am Level 3 trained in Gottman Method Couples Counseling.
You are the only expert of your own life, but sometimes we need a little help. My perspective is that I'm the GPS and you're the driver- you know where you are isn't where you want to be and I am there to guide you and re-route as needed. I have worked with a wide range of clients with a focus on military members and dependents, life stressors, trauma (combat and otherwise), marital distress, depression, anxiety, and domestic violence. I am LGBT+, kink, and sex work friendly. I believe that it takes courage to come to therapy and you deserve authenticity and a space where you can address your concerns without fear of being judged.
I base my approach on you and your needs by utilizing a number of types of therapy, including but not limited to: EMDR, Gestalt, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Superhero Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and I am Level 3 trained in Gottman Method Couples Counseling.
You are the only expert of your own life, but sometimes we need a little help. My perspective is that I'm the GPS and you're the driver- you know where you are isn't where you want to be and I am there to guide you and re-route as needed. I have worked with a wide range of clients with a focus on military members and dependents, life stressors, trauma (combat and otherwise), marital distress, depression, anxiety, and domestic violence. I am LGBT+, kink, and sex work friendly. I believe that it takes courage to come to therapy and you deserve authenticity and a space where you can address your concerns without fear of being judged.
Together, we will use a combination of techniques from motivational interviewing, harm reduction, gestalt therapy, and expressive arts to guide you toward your goals.
Hello and welcome! Here’s what you need to know about me: I received a Master of Arts from Appalachian State University in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, concentrating in Addictions Counseling. I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate and am working towards becoming a Licensed Clinical Addictions Specialist Associate. What does all of that mean? I have the formal training to provide counseling. I also hold marginal identities that have led to my own lived experiences with counseling; I know how hard this work can be.
Together, we will use a combination of techniques from motivational interviewing, harm reduction, gestalt therapy, and expressive arts to guide you toward your goals.
Hello and welcome! Here’s what you need to know about me: I received a Master of Arts from Appalachian State University in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, concentrating in Addictions Counseling. I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate and am working towards becoming a Licensed Clinical Addictions Specialist Associate. What does all of that mean? I have the formal training to provide counseling. I also hold marginal identities that have led to my own lived experiences with counseling; I know how hard this work can be.
Cassie Faircloth
Lic Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate, MA, LCMHCA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Reidsville, NC 27320
Waitlist for new clients
Cassie's counseling approach is characterized by a combination of honesty, empathy, and compassion, complemented by a subtle touch of humor. She employs an eclectic counseling methodology that encompasses various therapeutic modalities, including Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Focused Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Gestalt therapy, Play Therapy, and Solution-Focused therapy.
Cassie's counseling approach is characterized by a combination of honesty, empathy, and compassion, complemented by a subtle touch of humor. She employs an eclectic counseling methodology that encompasses various therapeutic modalities, including Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Focused Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Gestalt therapy, Play Therapy, and Solution-Focused therapy.
Jenny Marie Massaway
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LCMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mooresville, NC 28117 (Online Only)
I provide an approach that focuses primarily on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, although, I also offer Gestalt therapy and Play Therapy.
Children and adolescents need to know there is someone out there willing to sit and listen to what they are going through and have a support system in which to help them through a challenging time. Counseling is the first step towards taking control over one's life, and finding a counselor that is a good fit is imperative. I believe that therapy is a partnership that allows me the opportunity to help guide you towards your own personal goals.
I provide an approach that focuses primarily on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, although, I also offer Gestalt therapy and Play Therapy.
Children and adolescents need to know there is someone out there willing to sit and listen to what they are going through and have a support system in which to help them through a challenging time. Counseling is the first step towards taking control over one's life, and finding a counselor that is a good fit is imperative. I believe that therapy is a partnership that allows me the opportunity to help guide you towards your own personal goals.
Hello, My name is Christina Phillips. I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor. I approach therapy as a journey together, in which we get to grow. I have special experience working with adolescents, young adults, and adults. I have experience doing individual and family therapy. I commonly use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Gestalt Therapy, Structural Family Therapy, and Strategic Family Therapy.
Hello, My name is Christina Phillips. I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor. I approach therapy as a journey together, in which we get to grow. I have special experience working with adolescents, young adults, and adults. I have experience doing individual and family therapy. I commonly use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Gestalt Therapy, Structural Family Therapy, and Strategic Family Therapy.
In my work as a counselor, I use a mixture of Person-Centered and Gestalt therapy.
Sometimes we are exhausted by the headwinds of life or find ourselves nursing a broken wing, and we need a nest to land in. Counseling provides a safe, non-judgmental place to rest for a bit and examine the unique journey you are on. I use thought-provoking questions and imaginative exercises to help you adjust your trajectory and discover a new way to fly. My experience includes working with children who have gone through traumatic experiences (abuse, domestic violence, etc.), college students, and individuals experiencing religious trauma, cultural transition, and self-esteem issues.
In my work as a counselor, I use a mixture of Person-Centered and Gestalt therapy.
Sometimes we are exhausted by the headwinds of life or find ourselves nursing a broken wing, and we need a nest to land in. Counseling provides a safe, non-judgmental place to rest for a bit and examine the unique journey you are on. I use thought-provoking questions and imaginative exercises to help you adjust your trajectory and discover a new way to fly. My experience includes working with children who have gone through traumatic experiences (abuse, domestic violence, etc.), college students, and individuals experiencing religious trauma, cultural transition, and self-esteem issues.
Ann M. Gregory
PhD, LCMHCA, NCC, CCTP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Greensboro, NC 27408 (Online Only)
I also utilize cognitive behavior therapy, internal family systems theory, gestalt techniques, and creative/art therapy.
I work with a multitude of clients that may be feeling stuck in life, whether it be anxiety or depression, performance issues (athletes), trauma, developmental trauma (that which happens in childhood that one may or may not be aware of specifically). Our brains have been designed to heal. We are able to create new neuropaths for the entirety of our lives. In our work together, we can dismantle current maladaptive patterns and rewire our brains to process in healthy and meaningful ways. I have a history in Christian ministry and I understand the importance of faith; therefore, I am happy to integrate aspects of faith into our work.
I also utilize cognitive behavior therapy, internal family systems theory, gestalt techniques, and creative/art therapy.
I work with a multitude of clients that may be feeling stuck in life, whether it be anxiety or depression, performance issues (athletes), trauma, developmental trauma (that which happens in childhood that one may or may not be aware of specifically). Our brains have been designed to heal. We are able to create new neuropaths for the entirety of our lives. In our work together, we can dismantle current maladaptive patterns and rewire our brains to process in healthy and meaningful ways. I have a history in Christian ministry and I understand the importance of faith; therefore, I am happy to integrate aspects of faith into our work.
I have practiced psychotherapy for 27 years in the Gestalt Therapy model.
A person coming to see me may be experiencing a significant life change such as a separation or divorce, a move, a career change, the deployment of their significant other, family problems, issues involving their child's behaviors or legal trouble, or problems in relationships with their spouse or partner. Others may seek psychotherapy to help themselves grow, deal with anger, or overcome patterns of behaviors or ways of being with others that don't work any more. Some people seek psychotherapy because someone close to them insisted they call me. I enjoy working with all of these presenting concerns.
I have practiced psychotherapy for 27 years in the Gestalt Therapy model.
A person coming to see me may be experiencing a significant life change such as a separation or divorce, a move, a career change, the deployment of their significant other, family problems, issues involving their child's behaviors or legal trouble, or problems in relationships with their spouse or partner. Others may seek psychotherapy to help themselves grow, deal with anger, or overcome patterns of behaviors or ways of being with others that don't work any more. Some people seek psychotherapy because someone close to them insisted they call me. I enjoy working with all of these presenting concerns.
Integrity Counseling & Wellness, PLLC
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, PhD, LCMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cary, NC 27511 (Online Only)
Some of the modalities I use are: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Person-Centered Therapy, Reality Therapy, and some techniques from Gestalt Therapy.
Are you experiencing past or recent trauma that is causing anxiety and/or depression? If you are considering talking with a therapist and want to talk to someone who listens attentively, who is non-judgmental, and who is empathetic, I am that person. There are many people who have experienced personal challenges in life. Learning how to cope and heal requires skills and techniques from a qualified mental health professional. My goal is to assist clients with developing new perspectives on their lives and fostering change so that they can live a much more fulfilling life.
Some of the modalities I use are: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Person-Centered Therapy, Reality Therapy, and some techniques from Gestalt Therapy.
Are you experiencing past or recent trauma that is causing anxiety and/or depression? If you are considering talking with a therapist and want to talk to someone who listens attentively, who is non-judgmental, and who is empathetic, I am that person. There are many people who have experienced personal challenges in life. Learning how to cope and heal requires skills and techniques from a qualified mental health professional. My goal is to assist clients with developing new perspectives on their lives and fostering change so that they can live a much more fulfilling life.
Heath Williams
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Durham, NC 27701
Waitlist for new clients
Primarily a Gestalt trained therapist, I am social justice oriented and informed by relational, narrative, somatic, trauma informed and psychodynamic theories.
Psychotherapy should be collaborative and flexible, based on you and your specific story. Whether you have been through things in your life that are just coming to the surface or are feeling stuck and struggling to find joy and connection, I can help you gain clarity and find new ways to move through old challenges. Together, we will work toward deepening your connection to your core self and engaging more fully in the life you want. I provide an affirming and supportive space to process family of origin issues, grief, loss, relationship struggles and feelings of worry or anxiety.
Primarily a Gestalt trained therapist, I am social justice oriented and informed by relational, narrative, somatic, trauma informed and psychodynamic theories.
Psychotherapy should be collaborative and flexible, based on you and your specific story. Whether you have been through things in your life that are just coming to the surface or are feeling stuck and struggling to find joy and connection, I can help you gain clarity and find new ways to move through old challenges. Together, we will work toward deepening your connection to your core self and engaging more fully in the life you want. I provide an affirming and supportive space to process family of origin issues, grief, loss, relationship struggles and feelings of worry or anxiety.
Rapunzels Phoenix Counseling Services PLLC
Counselor, MA, LCMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Greensboro, NC 27401
My theoretical orientation is Person-Centered Therapy and Gestalt Therapy.
Imagine life is like a journey completely in your control but you feel stuck. Choices you make dictate life’s obstacles and they can be tricky. Life’s journey comes with no instruction pamphlet or ready-made companions. A path unfolds and you decide what to do and who to trust along the way. As you journey you begin to see things you want, potential companions, places you want to explore, and tools you can use to make travels simpler. There are so many choices to make with no time to stop and contemplate the best decision; you have to keep going by making choices every day, about everything. Decisions and deadlines do not wait.
My theoretical orientation is Person-Centered Therapy and Gestalt Therapy.
Imagine life is like a journey completely in your control but you feel stuck. Choices you make dictate life’s obstacles and they can be tricky. Life’s journey comes with no instruction pamphlet or ready-made companions. A path unfolds and you decide what to do and who to trust along the way. As you journey you begin to see things you want, potential companions, places you want to explore, and tools you can use to make travels simpler. There are so many choices to make with no time to stop and contemplate the best decision; you have to keep going by making choices every day, about everything. Decisions and deadlines do not wait.
Standing Stones Therapy
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LCMHCS
Verified Verified
Carrboro, NC 27510
Having graduated from Appalachian State University focusing on Gestalt Therapy and Intermodal Expressive Arts Therapy, I have additional training from the Gestalt Institute of Boone and the European Graduate School in Switzerland.
Although we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can move toward greater self understanding and more fulfilling relationships in the present. I engage with you based on a relationship of two people coming together as equals within the safety of the therapeutic container. My focus is on interpersonal relationship, however, I include art, music, movement, play, and guided imagery as another means to connect with each other and to free the imagination for self discovery.
Having graduated from Appalachian State University focusing on Gestalt Therapy and Intermodal Expressive Arts Therapy, I have additional training from the Gestalt Institute of Boone and the European Graduate School in Switzerland.
Although we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can move toward greater self understanding and more fulfilling relationships in the present. I engage with you based on a relationship of two people coming together as equals within the safety of the therapeutic container. My focus is on interpersonal relationship, however, I include art, music, movement, play, and guided imagery as another means to connect with each other and to free the imagination for self discovery.
Colleen Grunhaus
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, PhD, LCMHC, LPC, NCC, ACS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Morrisville, NC 27560 (Online Only)
I am well-versed in a variety of approaches, and I tailor therapy to meet your needs, often using humanistic methods like Gestalt or Person-Centered therapy.
Whether you’re seeking to strengthen your relationship or simply looking to better understand yourself, I’m here to support you. I work with couples navigating challenges like communication breakdowns, recurring arguments, and feelings of disconnection. Together, we’ll uncover the root causes and develop practical strategies for resolution. For those grappling with betrayal or loss of trust, I offer a safe space to explore those complex emotions and rebuild trust. I also help individuals tackle self-esteem issues, embark on self-exploration, and find healthy ways to cope with their feelings.
I am well-versed in a variety of approaches, and I tailor therapy to meet your needs, often using humanistic methods like Gestalt or Person-Centered therapy.
Whether you’re seeking to strengthen your relationship or simply looking to better understand yourself, I’m here to support you. I work with couples navigating challenges like communication breakdowns, recurring arguments, and feelings of disconnection. Together, we’ll uncover the root causes and develop practical strategies for resolution. For those grappling with betrayal or loss of trust, I offer a safe space to explore those complex emotions and rebuild trust. I also help individuals tackle self-esteem issues, embark on self-exploration, and find healthy ways to cope with their feelings.
Tae’Sia Hall
Counselor, LCMHC-A, LCAS-A
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Concord, NC 28025
Waitlist for new clients
Theoretically, I rely on a Gestalt approach and incorporate person-centered, narrative therapy, and existential therapy.
Sometimes life moves way too fast for us to keep up. This causes us to drift, disconnect, and retract. It’s difficult coping with these emotions while also trying to handle… well life, especially when you don’t have the right support system. I’m here to tell you that with the right guidance, you can take your life back into your own hands. With the right help, you can overcome your obstacles instead of letting them hold you back. It is all possible, it just starts with you.
Theoretically, I rely on a Gestalt approach and incorporate person-centered, narrative therapy, and existential therapy.
Sometimes life moves way too fast for us to keep up. This causes us to drift, disconnect, and retract. It’s difficult coping with these emotions while also trying to handle… well life, especially when you don’t have the right support system. I’m here to tell you that with the right guidance, you can take your life back into your own hands. With the right help, you can overcome your obstacles instead of letting them hold you back. It is all possible, it just starts with you.
Kelli E Scanlon
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LCMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Greensboro, NC 27405
Waitlist for new clients
Life can be hard. Counseling can help. My goal for therapy is to create a space where you may rediscover hope and engage in the hard work of reshaping and reclaiming your life. I most often take a Psychodynamic approach however, I utilize techniques from Cognitive-Behavioral, Gestalt, Solution-Focused, Narrative and Rogerian theories. I believe that counseling is a unique relationship, constructed within a supportive, warm, and safe environment. You are the author of your own life story and the expert of YOU ... so we'll work together to determine what you want that life story to be.
Life can be hard. Counseling can help. My goal for therapy is to create a space where you may rediscover hope and engage in the hard work of reshaping and reclaiming your life. I most often take a Psychodynamic approach however, I utilize techniques from Cognitive-Behavioral, Gestalt, Solution-Focused, Narrative and Rogerian theories. I believe that counseling is a unique relationship, constructed within a supportive, warm, and safe environment. You are the author of your own life story and the expert of YOU ... so we'll work together to determine what you want that life story to be.
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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.