Gestalt Therapists in 61761
Along with 20 years of experience in the mental health field, I am trained in Gestalt therapy and certified in Brainspotting.
Are you wondering if you can find an experienced therapist who “gets you,” someone who you can trust and will be in your corner? You’ll find that I’m the kind of therapist who really listens, is reliable and supportive. My commitment is to provide you with a safe, nonjudgmental relationship that allows you to solve problems at your own pace. Our work together will help you deepen self awareness, increase compassion for yourself, and resolve old patterns that no longer serve you.
Along with 20 years of experience in the mental health field, I am trained in Gestalt therapy and certified in Brainspotting.
Are you wondering if you can find an experienced therapist who “gets you,” someone who you can trust and will be in your corner? You’ll find that I’m the kind of therapist who really listens, is reliable and supportive. My commitment is to provide you with a safe, nonjudgmental relationship that allows you to solve problems at your own pace. Our work together will help you deepen self awareness, increase compassion for yourself, and resolve old patterns that no longer serve you.
Heidi J Larsen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Normal, IL 61761
Waitlist for new clients
It takes great courage to recognize when things aren’t working and seek help. Do you feel like you’re stuck, and try as you might, find yourself repeating the same patterns? Have you been struggling with relationship problems? Are you feeling that despite your best efforts you’re not enough? Maybe you can’t name the source of unrest, hopelessness and pain but know that something needs to change? You’re not alone, there is another way and I’m here to help.
It takes great courage to recognize when things aren’t working and seek help. Do you feel like you’re stuck, and try as you might, find yourself repeating the same patterns? Have you been struggling with relationship problems? Are you feeling that despite your best efforts you’re not enough? Maybe you can’t name the source of unrest, hopelessness and pain but know that something needs to change? You’re not alone, there is another way and I’m here to help.
Luis Figueroa Jr.
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Normal, IL 61761 (Online Only)
First, I want to genuinely thank you for taking the first step in bettering your life: Even if you don't email me, you still stopped at my page in hopes of finding a phrase that captures your attention, and decreases your anxiety when you think about what therapy with me would be like. I have worked hard on understanding this experience, and I imagine how frustrating it is when all of these profiles start to sound the same. What I can tell you is that with me, you will not be judged, you will not feel rushed, and you will not feel dismissed. Clients who want to be heard, seen, and understood often tell me my style works for them.
First, I want to genuinely thank you for taking the first step in bettering your life: Even if you don't email me, you still stopped at my page in hopes of finding a phrase that captures your attention, and decreases your anxiety when you think about what therapy with me would be like. I have worked hard on understanding this experience, and I imagine how frustrating it is when all of these profiles start to sound the same. What I can tell you is that with me, you will not be judged, you will not feel rushed, and you will not feel dismissed. Clients who want to be heard, seen, and understood often tell me my style works for them.
It was Irvin Yalom who said something to the effect that "psychotherapy is like a dress rehearsal for life". With this said, it is my intention to not only offer you support in therapy but to also help you generalize the skills you learn in therapy and apply them in your outside life and relationships. I specialize in anger and anxiety management for adults and adolescents. I hold an Anger Management Certification. I also enjoy working with highly intelligent adults and teens who have a difficult time adjusting and adapting socially. This includes working with individuals on the high functioning end of the Autism scale.
It was Irvin Yalom who said something to the effect that "psychotherapy is like a dress rehearsal for life". With this said, it is my intention to not only offer you support in therapy but to also help you generalize the skills you learn in therapy and apply them in your outside life and relationships. I specialize in anger and anxiety management for adults and adolescents. I hold an Anger Management Certification. I also enjoy working with highly intelligent adults and teens who have a difficult time adjusting and adapting socially. This includes working with individuals on the high functioning end of the Autism scale.
Sometimes life brings about intense challenges, pain and loss that can affect our ability to function and even maintain healthy relationships. We can feel stuck in the struggle and the difficult emotions that often come with it. Therapy provides a safe space to explore these challenges, gain control over our emotions and learn how to move forward, towards overall balance and wellbeing.
Sometimes life brings about intense challenges, pain and loss that can affect our ability to function and even maintain healthy relationships. We can feel stuck in the struggle and the difficult emotions that often come with it. Therapy provides a safe space to explore these challenges, gain control over our emotions and learn how to move forward, towards overall balance and wellbeing.
As life unfolds, we often find ourselves in need of caring and trustworthy assistance when facilitating change or adjusting to the obstacles we face. As a therapist, I will accompany you through this process. I use a variety of therapeutic techniques and strive to address your needs as an individual. During our time together, I will provide a unique balance of empathy and emotional support along with effective strategies that can help you move toward a more fulfilling lifestyle.
As life unfolds, we often find ourselves in need of caring and trustworthy assistance when facilitating change or adjusting to the obstacles we face. As a therapist, I will accompany you through this process. I use a variety of therapeutic techniques and strive to address your needs as an individual. During our time together, I will provide a unique balance of empathy and emotional support along with effective strategies that can help you move toward a more fulfilling lifestyle.
Charles Alex Parlette
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Normal, IL 61761
I have seen the positive healing effects of counseling not only in my personal life, but in the life of my clients. Everyone is unique and has their own highs and lows, and I love being with people when they are in both spaces. I want everyone that I work with to feel like they are understood, heard, and that they matter. I strive to be able to provide a space for everyone to grow into their best self.
I have seen the positive healing effects of counseling not only in my personal life, but in the life of my clients. Everyone is unique and has their own highs and lows, and I love being with people when they are in both spaces. I want everyone that I work with to feel like they are understood, heard, and that they matter. I strive to be able to provide a space for everyone to grow into their best self.
Elizabeth Heid
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Normal, IL 61761
As a therapist, I strive to partner with my clients in a compassionate manner in order to help create positive and meaningful changes. We live in a society with increasing demands and stress. I believe everyone can benefit from taking time to focus on their own emotional well-being through therapy services. Whether you're looking for support during a difficult time or need to process experiences from your past, I am here to join you in your healing process. I work with adolescents, adults, and families experiencing a variety of challenges.
As a therapist, I strive to partner with my clients in a compassionate manner in order to help create positive and meaningful changes. We live in a society with increasing demands and stress. I believe everyone can benefit from taking time to focus on their own emotional well-being through therapy services. Whether you're looking for support during a difficult time or need to process experiences from your past, I am here to join you in your healing process. I work with adolescents, adults, and families experiencing a variety of challenges.
Elizabeth Morgan, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Normal, IL 61761
Not accepting new clients
Not accepting new clients until fall 2024. The thought of meeting with a therapist can be intimidating, and I pride myself in my clients describing me as being very down to earth and easy to talk with. Most individuals who have never pursued therapy before are pleasantly surprised at how much they enjoy this relationship. I work with Willis (Great Pyrenees/Great Dane) who is an AKC Canine Good Citizen and registered Therapy Dog through Alliance of Therapy Dogs. He is available to be present during appointments if desired.
Not accepting new clients until fall 2024. The thought of meeting with a therapist can be intimidating, and I pride myself in my clients describing me as being very down to earth and easy to talk with. Most individuals who have never pursued therapy before are pleasantly surprised at how much they enjoy this relationship. I work with Willis (Great Pyrenees/Great Dane) who is an AKC Canine Good Citizen and registered Therapy Dog through Alliance of Therapy Dogs. He is available to be present during appointments if desired.
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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.