Gestalt Therapists in Boulder, CO
I am direct, genuine and collaborative, and bring a natural curiosity and empathy to my work with clients. I use a relational and somatic depth-oriented therapeutic approach with a focus on present moment bodily and emotional experience to help my clients work through hard places, release emotional blocks and feel more creative and free in their lives.
I am direct, genuine and collaborative, and bring a natural curiosity and empathy to my work with clients. I use a relational and somatic depth-oriented therapeutic approach with a focus on present moment bodily and emotional experience to help my clients work through hard places, release emotional blocks and feel more creative and free in their lives.
Hope is not something that everyone has, but it is something everyone deserves. I work successfully with adolescents and adults to overcome difficult problems including addiction, substance abuse, trauma, posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), relationship problems, and overwhelming emotions. My expertise in both psychotherapy and psychiatry allows me to help people resolve compounding problems though an integrative and effective approach. My passion is working with complex trauma, extremely intense emotions, and addiction. I am committed to helping you feel better, uncover your potential, and achieve meaningful goals.
Hope is not something that everyone has, but it is something everyone deserves. I work successfully with adolescents and adults to overcome difficult problems including addiction, substance abuse, trauma, posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), relationship problems, and overwhelming emotions. My expertise in both psychotherapy and psychiatry allows me to help people resolve compounding problems though an integrative and effective approach. My passion is working with complex trauma, extremely intense emotions, and addiction. I am committed to helping you feel better, uncover your potential, and achieve meaningful goals.
I practice as a contemplative psychotherapist. I believe in the basic goodness of all people and join together with clients to reconnect that basic goodness back into their conscious life. I assist individuals, couples, families, and groups in finding their next steps. I know that transformation is possible and healing can take place even under the most dire situations, feelings, and ways we are conditioned to think and act. I am slow paced and create an atmosphere of warmth, trust, and safety. I am available mornings, late afternoon and early evenings Monday through Thursday.
I practice as a contemplative psychotherapist. I believe in the basic goodness of all people and join together with clients to reconnect that basic goodness back into their conscious life. I assist individuals, couples, families, and groups in finding their next steps. I know that transformation is possible and healing can take place even under the most dire situations, feelings, and ways we are conditioned to think and act. I am slow paced and create an atmosphere of warmth, trust, and safety. I am available mornings, late afternoon and early evenings Monday through Thursday.
Gestalt is the main practice I pull from which encompasses many possibilities.
The relationships we have with the world and ourselves paint the picture of our everyday experience. Together, we move towards healthy attachment via creativity, honesty, and acceptance – discovering freedom and choice in dimensions of life where you may have previously believed there was none. Together we will slowly wander towards a deeper sense of self – maintaining curiosity and compassion at the core of our work. We will explore nature based interactions, somatic experience, myth & story, mindfulness, transpersonal invitations, playfulness, humor, and other creative and dynamic exchanges.
Gestalt is the main practice I pull from which encompasses many possibilities.
The relationships we have with the world and ourselves paint the picture of our everyday experience. Together, we move towards healthy attachment via creativity, honesty, and acceptance – discovering freedom and choice in dimensions of life where you may have previously believed there was none. Together we will slowly wander towards a deeper sense of self – maintaining curiosity and compassion at the core of our work. We will explore nature based interactions, somatic experience, myth & story, mindfulness, transpersonal invitations, playfulness, humor, and other creative and dynamic exchanges.
Are you feeling alone in your grief and that no one understands? I can hold space for your grief process and teach you to honor it one moment at a time. Do you feel anxious and stressed out about what's next after college graduation, a divorce, retirement, coming out or becoming an empty nester? I will support you with big life transitions. Your life is speaking to you, are you listening? People are often so hard themselves and have difficulty seeing the bigger picture. I am grounded, insightful and present. I will root for you and encourage you with sensitivity and compassion and help you reach your full potential.
Are you feeling alone in your grief and that no one understands? I can hold space for your grief process and teach you to honor it one moment at a time. Do you feel anxious and stressed out about what's next after college graduation, a divorce, retirement, coming out or becoming an empty nester? I will support you with big life transitions. Your life is speaking to you, are you listening? People are often so hard themselves and have difficulty seeing the bigger picture. I am grounded, insightful and present. I will root for you and encourage you with sensitivity and compassion and help you reach your full potential.
“One of our greatest freedoms is how we react to things.” – Charlie Mackesy. This quote has a personal significance to me because it highlights the human capacity for resilience and the ability to transform difficult experiences into opportunities for personal growth. I'm passionate about assisting individuals who may have difficulty acknowledging their strengths, and empowering them to confront challenges with confidence. In addition to providing support to individuals facing diverse challenges, I take pride in being available as a listening ear to anyone who needs it.
“One of our greatest freedoms is how we react to things.” – Charlie Mackesy. This quote has a personal significance to me because it highlights the human capacity for resilience and the ability to transform difficult experiences into opportunities for personal growth. I'm passionate about assisting individuals who may have difficulty acknowledging their strengths, and empowering them to confront challenges with confidence. In addition to providing support to individuals facing diverse challenges, I take pride in being available as a listening ear to anyone who needs it.
As a seasoned and experienced Counselor, I take a holistic (comprehensive) approach in psychotherapy focusing on all parts of a person which includes the emotional, social, biological, environmental, spiritual/philosophical (meaning and purpose), and psychological components that make us whole. Have you yet to reach your fullest potential? Is the past weighing you down? Are you are feeling unfulfilled in your life? I am here to listen, support, and to explore all angles.
As a seasoned and experienced Counselor, I take a holistic (comprehensive) approach in psychotherapy focusing on all parts of a person which includes the emotional, social, biological, environmental, spiritual/philosophical (meaning and purpose), and psychological components that make us whole. Have you yet to reach your fullest potential? Is the past weighing you down? Are you are feeling unfulfilled in your life? I am here to listen, support, and to explore all angles.
I use a mixture of somatic therapy, gestalt, an emotional-focused approach, and some cognitive therapy.
Trauma Therapist - Accepting Medicaid. Hi there! Do you struggle with relating? Do you feel misunderstood as a child? Do you have a complicated relationship with your family? Did your upbringing - religion, culture, and family - prevent you from being who you are? When we see the harm and violence being done in our past, we want to stop the cycle. It takes courage to challenge our traumas and become the person who relates healthily. I am here to support you on that journey. Together, we will grieve what is lost and rebuild who you are.
I use a mixture of somatic therapy, gestalt, an emotional-focused approach, and some cognitive therapy.
Trauma Therapist - Accepting Medicaid. Hi there! Do you struggle with relating? Do you feel misunderstood as a child? Do you have a complicated relationship with your family? Did your upbringing - religion, culture, and family - prevent you from being who you are? When we see the harm and violence being done in our past, we want to stop the cycle. It takes courage to challenge our traumas and become the person who relates healthily. I am here to support you on that journey. Together, we will grieve what is lost and rebuild who you are.
I specialize in treating depression, anxiety, PTSD, grief, relationship challenges, spiritual crisis/development, and I coach people to help them realize their life goals, what they really want in life, work/career and relationships. I use specialized cognitive, client centered, and somatic approaches. For details please see www.newtranspersonalpsychotherapy.com
I specialize in treating depression, anxiety, PTSD, grief, relationship challenges, spiritual crisis/development, and I coach people to help them realize their life goals, what they really want in life, work/career and relationships. I use specialized cognitive, client centered, and somatic approaches. For details please see www.newtranspersonalpsychotherapy.com
Your relationship needs to change. But you’re at a loss for how to actually make that happen. Between balancing work, life, and parenting, there’s barely any time for healthy communication, much less nourishing time together. In order to keep the peace, you give up on some of your important needs. And then, distance sets in. If this is your experience right now, you are not alone! We all need support to navigate the challenges couples are dealing with today. There’s more stress and higher expectations than ever on our relationships. Yet there are simple, powerful practices that build intimacy and connection in a hurry (and that are
Your relationship needs to change. But you’re at a loss for how to actually make that happen. Between balancing work, life, and parenting, there’s barely any time for healthy communication, much less nourishing time together. In order to keep the peace, you give up on some of your important needs. And then, distance sets in. If this is your experience right now, you are not alone! We all need support to navigate the challenges couples are dealing with today. There’s more stress and higher expectations than ever on our relationships. Yet there are simple, powerful practices that build intimacy and connection in a hurry (and that are
I also have certifications in EMDR and Gestalt therapy.
One of my specialties is trauma therapy. I offer an INTEGRATIVE and HOLISTIC approach to healing that helps transform trauma and intense experiences, enabling people to find RELIEF, RENEWAL and new depths of ENJOYMENT in living.
I also have certifications in EMDR and Gestalt therapy.
One of my specialties is trauma therapy. I offer an INTEGRATIVE and HOLISTIC approach to healing that helps transform trauma and intense experiences, enabling people to find RELIEF, RENEWAL and new depths of ENJOYMENT in living.
I view therapy as a collaborative relationship, where my role is to support you in discovering your own truths along the path of healing and integration. I’m here to help you feel empowered, embrace your authenticity, and grow your capacity for peace and joy in your life and relationships.
I am trained in Contemplative Counseling, a holistic approach that blends Western psychology with Eastern wisdom traditions, including Buddhism and mindfulness meditation, while fostering presence, compassion, and trust in your own inherent wisdom.
I view therapy as a collaborative relationship, where my role is to support you in discovering your own truths along the path of healing and integration. I’m here to help you feel empowered, embrace your authenticity, and grow your capacity for peace and joy in your life and relationships.
I am trained in Contemplative Counseling, a holistic approach that blends Western psychology with Eastern wisdom traditions, including Buddhism and mindfulness meditation, while fostering presence, compassion, and trust in your own inherent wisdom.
Challenges are essential to growth. We all face challenges. The various challenges, crises, traumas we all inevitably encounter can create anxiety, depression, and disconnection. Unfortunately, labels and diagnoses can stop you from seeing that you are okay. As you are. Your felt experiences of hurt, when processed deeply, actually lead to self-discovery. Seeking help doesn’t mean that anything is necessarily wrong. In fact, expertise can guide you through these moments safely. Through somatic healing therapy, individuals and couples will find inner strength to start anew.
Challenges are essential to growth. We all face challenges. The various challenges, crises, traumas we all inevitably encounter can create anxiety, depression, and disconnection. Unfortunately, labels and diagnoses can stop you from seeing that you are okay. As you are. Your felt experiences of hurt, when processed deeply, actually lead to self-discovery. Seeking help doesn’t mean that anything is necessarily wrong. In fact, expertise can guide you through these moments safely. Through somatic healing therapy, individuals and couples will find inner strength to start anew.
Hello! Thank you for taking a few moments to read about me. I genuinely hope you find the help you are seeking. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Colorado. I have many years of experience working with adults with varying backgrounds. The majority of my experience involves working with Adult Children of Alcoholics and Dysfunctional Families, Trauma, Anxiety, Low self-esteem, life transitions, relationship patterns and Depression.
Hello! Thank you for taking a few moments to read about me. I genuinely hope you find the help you are seeking. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Colorado. I have many years of experience working with adults with varying backgrounds. The majority of my experience involves working with Adult Children of Alcoholics and Dysfunctional Families, Trauma, Anxiety, Low self-esteem, life transitions, relationship patterns and Depression.
I am a Gestalt certified psychotherapist with a deep interest in Jungian psychology.
Are you looking for change? Trying to undo barriers to change? I'm passionate about helping clients recover from childhood trauma, move beyond substance addiction, find new ways of relating to themselves and the world, and explore their humanness and spiritual selves as they grow towards fulfilling life-long pursuits or desires. My work with clients is direct and compassionate, oriented towards the relational and existential aspects of Life, and also mindfulness-based. Let's look at and move through the barriers preventing your full engagement in Life and its desirable pursuits. Old stories about self need no longer hold you back.
I am a Gestalt certified psychotherapist with a deep interest in Jungian psychology.
Are you looking for change? Trying to undo barriers to change? I'm passionate about helping clients recover from childhood trauma, move beyond substance addiction, find new ways of relating to themselves and the world, and explore their humanness and spiritual selves as they grow towards fulfilling life-long pursuits or desires. My work with clients is direct and compassionate, oriented towards the relational and existential aspects of Life, and also mindfulness-based. Let's look at and move through the barriers preventing your full engagement in Life and its desirable pursuits. Old stories about self need no longer hold you back.
IFS, MBCT, PACT and Gestalt are techniques I use often.
I specialize working neurodivergence, particularly ADHD, and Couples. People who are succeeding by most measures, are capable, self-aware, yet struggling and keep hitting the same walls. Couples who love each other, but seem to have lost their connection and want their spark back. I also teach at Naropa University's Graduate School of Clinical Mental Health Counseling Psychology where I help train new therapists. My clients tend to be thoughtful people who want more than symptom management. They're asking deeper questions about who they are and what they want. If you are willing to do the work, we are a good fit.
IFS, MBCT, PACT and Gestalt are techniques I use often.
I specialize working neurodivergence, particularly ADHD, and Couples. People who are succeeding by most measures, are capable, self-aware, yet struggling and keep hitting the same walls. Couples who love each other, but seem to have lost their connection and want their spark back. I also teach at Naropa University's Graduate School of Clinical Mental Health Counseling Psychology where I help train new therapists. My clients tend to be thoughtful people who want more than symptom management. They're asking deeper questions about who they are and what they want. If you are willing to do the work, we are a good fit.
I support clients in cultivating a relationship with the wisdom of their body, developing a clear and dignified sense of identity in this world, cultivating and maintaining healthy relationships, and in connecting to purpose and meaning in life.
I support clients in cultivating a relationship with the wisdom of their body, developing a clear and dignified sense of identity in this world, cultivating and maintaining healthy relationships, and in connecting to purpose and meaning in life.
Through a holistic approach that integrates existential inquiry, gestalt techniques, & trauma-focused interventions, we navigate the intricate landscape of your inner world to unearth the roots of your challenges and cultivate seeds of resilience and empowerment.
Many of the people I work with come to therapy feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or uncertain about their path forward. My therapeutic approach combines existential and humanistic perspectives with specialized training in trauma, dissociation, grief, ketamine-assisted psychotherapy, and HeartMath. Above all, I strive to create a space rooted in respect, accountability, honesty, humor, and authenticity.
Through a holistic approach that integrates existential inquiry, gestalt techniques, & trauma-focused interventions, we navigate the intricate landscape of your inner world to unearth the roots of your challenges and cultivate seeds of resilience and empowerment.
Many of the people I work with come to therapy feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or uncertain about their path forward. My therapeutic approach combines existential and humanistic perspectives with specialized training in trauma, dissociation, grief, ketamine-assisted psychotherapy, and HeartMath. Above all, I strive to create a space rooted in respect, accountability, honesty, humor, and authenticity.
Wanting change? I am a licensed professional counselor, trauma healing wilderness therapist, coach, and men's group facilitator. I believe we have 1 life to live. My passion is helping you discover your way to live as fully and happily as possible. It is important to me that you experience progress, so I work hard with you wherever you are at in your struggles. My approach is both sensitive but masculine so that you feel safe and unpressured while bravely examining your inner blocks. Together we create action plans that help you apply your insights and get the most out of our work together. We go as deep as you feel ready to go.
Wanting change? I am a licensed professional counselor, trauma healing wilderness therapist, coach, and men's group facilitator. I believe we have 1 life to live. My passion is helping you discover your way to live as fully and happily as possible. It is important to me that you experience progress, so I work hard with you wherever you are at in your struggles. My approach is both sensitive but masculine so that you feel safe and unpressured while bravely examining your inner blocks. Together we create action plans that help you apply your insights and get the most out of our work together. We go as deep as you feel ready to go.
Welcome! I work with couples as well as individual adults and teens who want to heal and grow. My clients include people of all gender expressions and sexual orientations. Some of the issues that I have experience with include relationship challenges, depression, anxiety, trauma, and sexuality.
Welcome! I work with couples as well as individual adults and teens who want to heal and grow. My clients include people of all gender expressions and sexual orientations. Some of the issues that I have experience with include relationship challenges, depression, anxiety, trauma, and sexuality.
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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.