Gestalt Therapists in Elyria, OH
I have over 35 years clinical experience, training in gestalt and pyschoanalytic psychotherapy, mindfulness based stress reduction. My goal is to increase your awareness of who you are, why you respond and/or make the choices that you do and look for alternatives. I find that life is a journey that never ends, I hope people find internal contentment, tranquility, and learn to care about themselves. All we do is talk about events of your past and how you were effected. I take what I do seriously, but due to the intensity of what we do, try to have fun in the process.
I have over 35 years clinical experience, training in gestalt and pyschoanalytic psychotherapy, mindfulness based stress reduction. My goal is to increase your awareness of who you are, why you respond and/or make the choices that you do and look for alternatives. I find that life is a journey that never ends, I hope people find internal contentment, tranquility, and learn to care about themselves. All we do is talk about events of your past and how you were effected. I take what I do seriously, but due to the intensity of what we do, try to have fun in the process.
During the most difficult times in our lives, we can feel isolated, anxious, and depressed, or even unworthy of help. When we are in dark places, we often judge ourselves and worry that others will judge us for our thoughts and behaviors. As a counselor, my mission is to work with adults, couples, families, and children during the most difficult times in their lives. I am dedicated to helping you and your loved ones find healing through a collaborative, non-judgmental and compassionate process. My goal is for my clients to live the life they want to live, and I want to empower you to create lasting, positive change.
During the most difficult times in our lives, we can feel isolated, anxious, and depressed, or even unworthy of help. When we are in dark places, we often judge ourselves and worry that others will judge us for our thoughts and behaviors. As a counselor, my mission is to work with adults, couples, families, and children during the most difficult times in their lives. I am dedicated to helping you and your loved ones find healing through a collaborative, non-judgmental and compassionate process. My goal is for my clients to live the life they want to live, and I want to empower you to create lasting, positive change.
Alena Phillips
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
Elyria, OH 44035 (Online Only)
I am a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional and ADHD Certified Clinical Services Provider, and I work with multiple populations using an eclectic approach to therapy including CBT, TF-CBT, DBT, and multiple others.
I am a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional and ADHD Certified Clinical Services Provider, and I work with multiple populations using an eclectic approach to therapy including CBT, TF-CBT, DBT, and multiple others.
Are you struggling to feel heard and validated? Are you having difficulty managing your emotions, finding purpose, or processing lived experiences? Are you in need of someone capable of providing guidance, active listening, empathetic understanding, & who can provide them with the tools to succeed? Are you open to gaining the knowledge and skills used in everyday life to help you grow and improve your overall well-being? I offer coping skills, resources, and knowledge to overcome any mental health challenges you may be facing. Instilling your self-confidence to succeed and walking this journey alongside you.
Are you struggling to feel heard and validated? Are you having difficulty managing your emotions, finding purpose, or processing lived experiences? Are you in need of someone capable of providing guidance, active listening, empathetic understanding, & who can provide them with the tools to succeed? Are you open to gaining the knowledge and skills used in everyday life to help you grow and improve your overall well-being? I offer coping skills, resources, and knowledge to overcome any mental health challenges you may be facing. Instilling your self-confidence to succeed and walking this journey alongside you.
I am an independently Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) in the state of Ohio with 14 years of experience. I graduated with a Bachelors degree in Psychology from Lourdes College in 2006 and a Masters's degree in Mental Health Counseling from Bowling Green State University in 2010. Since then, I have practiced in non-profit, private practice and case management settings and have a passion for working with teens and young adults, but have experience with all age groups and have found enjoyment in helping adults and couples as well. I understand life can be stressful, hard at times completely overwhelming so let's talk!
I am an independently Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) in the state of Ohio with 14 years of experience. I graduated with a Bachelors degree in Psychology from Lourdes College in 2006 and a Masters's degree in Mental Health Counseling from Bowling Green State University in 2010. Since then, I have practiced in non-profit, private practice and case management settings and have a passion for working with teens and young adults, but have experience with all age groups and have found enjoyment in helping adults and couples as well. I understand life can be stressful, hard at times completely overwhelming so let's talk!
Thomas Nemerovsky
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPCC-S, LICDC, ICCS
Verified Verified
Elyria, OH 44035
I specialize in substance use disorders, mood disorders, stress management, trauma, and PTSD. I enjoy working with clients who are motivated for change and are open to exploring strategies to help them improve their mental health and quality of life. I appreciate individuals engaged in the therapeutic process and sharing their thoughts and feelings openly, allowing for a collaborative therapeutic relationship.
I specialize in substance use disorders, mood disorders, stress management, trauma, and PTSD. I enjoy working with clients who are motivated for change and are open to exploring strategies to help them improve their mental health and quality of life. I appreciate individuals engaged in the therapeutic process and sharing their thoughts and feelings openly, allowing for a collaborative therapeutic relationship.
Are you ready to make changes in your life to support your emotional growth? Do you want to put in the necessary effort to improve your outlook, inner strength, and confidence? Each client will feel supported through skill building, learning, and growing to set achievable goals, accomplish those goals, and have a positive impact on themselves and those around them. The majority of my clients experience depression in different levels of severity. Some come to treatment and need medication as well as talk therapy.
Are you ready to make changes in your life to support your emotional growth? Do you want to put in the necessary effort to improve your outlook, inner strength, and confidence? Each client will feel supported through skill building, learning, and growing to set achievable goals, accomplish those goals, and have a positive impact on themselves and those around them. The majority of my clients experience depression in different levels of severity. Some come to treatment and need medication as well as talk therapy.
Shelley Weatherspoon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW, LICDC
Verified Verified
Elyria, OH 44035 (Online Only)
When a person feels they have lost their way, it is often because they have lost their why. My ideal client is someone who is it trying to get back on track, reach goals, find their why so they can see their way. I am dedicated to helping individuals overcome their struggles and live healthier, happier lives. I am committed to providing professional, ethical, compassionate and effective support to any person who is depressed, angry, frustrated, irritated, stressed, anxious, traumatized or grieving. My passion lies in empowering others to heal and thrive, one step at a time.
When a person feels they have lost their way, it is often because they have lost their why. My ideal client is someone who is it trying to get back on track, reach goals, find their why so they can see their way. I am dedicated to helping individuals overcome their struggles and live healthier, happier lives. I am committed to providing professional, ethical, compassionate and effective support to any person who is depressed, angry, frustrated, irritated, stressed, anxious, traumatized or grieving. My passion lies in empowering others to heal and thrive, one step at a time.
Kaleigh Mahon
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MEd, LPCC, CDCA
Verified Verified
Elyria, OH 44035
Not accepting new clients
I often utilize interventions derived from Person-Centered therapy, Cognitive Behavioral therapy, Dialectical Behavioral therapy, mindfulness, Gestalt therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Brief therapy.
I strive to create an environment where you feel heard and understood. In order to create this environment, I work collaboratively with you to develop goals, and I maintain the belief that you are the expert on yourself and have the answers within. My areas of focus include anxiety, depression, ADHD, processing trauma, gender and sexuality issues, family dynamics, stress, anger, self-esteem, life transitions/adjustment, substance use, and maladaptive behaviors. Whether you want to focus on the past, present, or future, I am willing to meet you where you are so that you can reach your goals.
I often utilize interventions derived from Person-Centered therapy, Cognitive Behavioral therapy, Dialectical Behavioral therapy, mindfulness, Gestalt therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Brief therapy.
I strive to create an environment where you feel heard and understood. In order to create this environment, I work collaboratively with you to develop goals, and I maintain the belief that you are the expert on yourself and have the answers within. My areas of focus include anxiety, depression, ADHD, processing trauma, gender and sexuality issues, family dynamics, stress, anger, self-esteem, life transitions/adjustment, substance use, and maladaptive behaviors. Whether you want to focus on the past, present, or future, I am willing to meet you where you are so that you can reach your goals.
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I'm a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with a supervision endorsement, Board Certified Art Therapist, and graduate of clinical training program at the Gestalt Institute of Cleveland. I provide a safe, supportive space in which healing can begin and utilize a holistic, person centered approach. I focus on each individual's strengths and provide support to enhance coping skills. I use holistic, expressive therapies to increase self-esteem, self-awareness, cultivate emotional resilience, promote insight, enhance social skills, reduce and resolve conflicts, and promote personal growth.
I'm a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with a supervision endorsement, Board Certified Art Therapist, and graduate of clinical training program at the Gestalt Institute of Cleveland. I provide a safe, supportive space in which healing can begin and utilize a holistic, person centered approach. I focus on each individual's strengths and provide support to enhance coping skills. I use holistic, expressive therapies to increase self-esteem, self-awareness, cultivate emotional resilience, promote insight, enhance social skills, reduce and resolve conflicts, and promote personal growth.
With over 25 years of clinical experience, I specialize in couples therapy as well as individual treatment for adults. My eclectic style includes Gestalt, Mindfulness, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR), EFT (Tapping), Cognitive Behavior Therapy. I specialize in working with couples, families, parenting skills, Anxiety, Mood Disorders, Chronic Pain, PTSD, Trichotillomania and Skin Picking Disorders.
With over 25 years of clinical experience, I specialize in couples therapy as well as individual treatment for adults. My eclectic style includes Gestalt, Mindfulness, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR), EFT (Tapping), Cognitive Behavior Therapy. I specialize in working with couples, families, parenting skills, Anxiety, Mood Disorders, Chronic Pain, PTSD, Trichotillomania and Skin Picking Disorders.
My role is to walk beside my clients as they find their own solutions. I bring a background from journalism, theater, film, event production, dj, and comedy writing to my practice. Clients can expect to be heard and encouraged with genuine empathy and faith in improving life experiences. The modalities I use most are positive psychology , cognitive behavioral, client centered, gestalt, Parent Child Interactive, and trauma informed. I am grateful for every client I am privileged to meet.
My role is to walk beside my clients as they find their own solutions. I bring a background from journalism, theater, film, event production, dj, and comedy writing to my practice. Clients can expect to be heard and encouraged with genuine empathy and faith in improving life experiences. The modalities I use most are positive psychology , cognitive behavioral, client centered, gestalt, Parent Child Interactive, and trauma informed. I am grateful for every client I am privileged to meet.
Seth F Nieding
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW, LICDC
Verified Verified
North Ridgeville, OH 44039
Many patients can effectively overcome symptoms without medication. The mission of Nieding Therapy is: (1) to work with you in order for you to obtain the skills necessary to be able to take control over your thoughts, emotions, and behavior, to learn the skills necessary to overcome your life dominating problems, to improve relationships, and (2) to discover your unique gifts/strengths which you can utilize in your daily life. To schedule an initial consultation call Colleen, office manager, direct at 440-748-1207 or email niedingtherapy@gmail.com Day and Saturday appointments.
Many patients can effectively overcome symptoms without medication. The mission of Nieding Therapy is: (1) to work with you in order for you to obtain the skills necessary to be able to take control over your thoughts, emotions, and behavior, to learn the skills necessary to overcome your life dominating problems, to improve relationships, and (2) to discover your unique gifts/strengths which you can utilize in your daily life. To schedule an initial consultation call Colleen, office manager, direct at 440-748-1207 or email niedingtherapy@gmail.com Day and Saturday appointments.
As a therapist, I understand that life can sometimes feel overwhelming or out of control. I am here to offer the tools and support on how to deal with you or your child's issues in a comfortable and stress-free environment. Delving into therapy isn't always easy but with a collaborative effort and a positive frame of mind, you can find peace and happiness in your life.
As a therapist, I understand that life can sometimes feel overwhelming or out of control. I am here to offer the tools and support on how to deal with you or your child's issues in a comfortable and stress-free environment. Delving into therapy isn't always easy but with a collaborative effort and a positive frame of mind, you can find peace and happiness in your life.
Are you ready to make the life changing decision? Have you been silently battling feelings of depression and anxiety? Maybe your trauma has been weighing you down. Are you tired of just merely existing as you navigate everyday life feeling alone and misunderstood? Have you tried almost everything to deal with the pain and disappointment of yourself and others? You are probably wondering if therapy is even worth it, and it is because you are important and deserve happiness. Remember you don't have to go through this alone. I want to provide you with a safe and nonjudgmental space where I empower you to unlock your full potential.
Are you ready to make the life changing decision? Have you been silently battling feelings of depression and anxiety? Maybe your trauma has been weighing you down. Are you tired of just merely existing as you navigate everyday life feeling alone and misunderstood? Have you tried almost everything to deal with the pain and disappointment of yourself and others? You are probably wondering if therapy is even worth it, and it is because you are important and deserve happiness. Remember you don't have to go through this alone. I want to provide you with a safe and nonjudgmental space where I empower you to unlock your full potential.
Hello! I'm happy you're reading my profile since there are many profiles on this website. You might ask, "How am I different from other therapists?" Well, for starters, I am a man (I can't believe how many female therapists there are on Cleveland's west side!). My chief strength is helping adults, adolescents, and children who are struggling with depression and anxiety. I have been told by my clients they feel comfortable talking with me. Some of them have described me as calm and serene (My friends would laugh at this. Outside of therapy, I can be intense and anything but serene.)
Hello! I'm happy you're reading my profile since there are many profiles on this website. You might ask, "How am I different from other therapists?" Well, for starters, I am a man (I can't believe how many female therapists there are on Cleveland's west side!). My chief strength is helping adults, adolescents, and children who are struggling with depression and anxiety. I have been told by my clients they feel comfortable talking with me. Some of them have described me as calm and serene (My friends would laugh at this. Outside of therapy, I can be intense and anything but serene.)
Cameron Mary Plagens
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Westlake, OH 44145
Cameron works with women, ages 18 and up, disarming patriarchal oppression, and reclaiming embodiment, empowerment and voice. She has also worked with hospice patients and their families. Cameron has experience working with individuals experiencing symptoms of grief, depression, anxiety and adjustment disorders, life transition (including divorce and loss) behavioral concerns and trauma. After 22 years of practice, Cameron uses an integrative approach of mind, body, and spirit; opening the heart of compassion.
Cameron works with women, ages 18 and up, disarming patriarchal oppression, and reclaiming embodiment, empowerment and voice. She has also worked with hospice patients and their families. Cameron has experience working with individuals experiencing symptoms of grief, depression, anxiety and adjustment disorders, life transition (including divorce and loss) behavioral concerns and trauma. After 22 years of practice, Cameron uses an integrative approach of mind, body, and spirit; opening the heart of compassion.
The Dreaming Tree Counseling Center
Counselor, MA, LPCC-S, LICDC, ICADC, SAP
Verified Verified
Olmsted Falls, OH 44138 (Online Only)
Welcome to "The Dreaming Tree" Counseling Center. Our mission is to help you restore your roots and foundations in order to reclaim your dreams and legacies. In short, we help nourish "The Dreaming Tree" of your life, whether it be your relationship, your family, to get you through a difficult season of your life, or to help with clarity on some awesome dreams of your own! We help you learn to dream again and live out your wildest dreams! Currently, we are providing exclusively telehealth/virtual counseling.
Welcome to "The Dreaming Tree" Counseling Center. Our mission is to help you restore your roots and foundations in order to reclaim your dreams and legacies. In short, we help nourish "The Dreaming Tree" of your life, whether it be your relationship, your family, to get you through a difficult season of your life, or to help with clarity on some awesome dreams of your own! We help you learn to dream again and live out your wildest dreams! Currently, we are providing exclusively telehealth/virtual counseling.
Susanne Sacco
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW, MEd
Verified Verified
North Ridgeville, OH 44039
Waitlist for new clients
I believe in an individualized approach for every client and working with you to determine the best methodology to get you where you want to be. I will help you tell your life story, and will work with you to find insight and meaning for the future. While on your journey, you will find that I can offer and link you with additional resources to empower you beyond the therapy room. Finally, if a relationship with me as a therapist is not working, I encourage my clients to be open and honest so that we can get them on the correct path to healing.
I believe in an individualized approach for every client and working with you to determine the best methodology to get you where you want to be. I will help you tell your life story, and will work with you to find insight and meaning for the future. While on your journey, you will find that I can offer and link you with additional resources to empower you beyond the therapy room. Finally, if a relationship with me as a therapist is not working, I encourage my clients to be open and honest so that we can get them on the correct path to healing.
We all need help at times! Our team of experienced clinicians can provide you with the tools and techniques to overcome problems you may be facing. New Leaf Counseling Services, LLC assists individuals and families within our community to manage their mental health symptoms by providing a non-biased, non-judgmental, therapeutic environment where patients are encouraged to explore and overcome the obstacles to achieving their life goals. Providing quality patient care is our priority! Locations: Avon Lake, Westlake & Amherst
We all need help at times! Our team of experienced clinicians can provide you with the tools and techniques to overcome problems you may be facing. New Leaf Counseling Services, LLC assists individuals and families within our community to manage their mental health symptoms by providing a non-biased, non-judgmental, therapeutic environment where patients are encouraged to explore and overcome the obstacles to achieving their life goals. Providing quality patient care is our priority! Locations: Avon Lake, Westlake & Amherst
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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.