Gestalt Therapists in South Salt Lake, UT
Nina Dalley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, ASUDC
Verified Verified
South Salt Lake, UT 84115
My focus has been on the way trauma, lived experiences, social systems, and substance use often show up and weave together in us. We all have trauma, regardless of how we take up our space in the world. I love to show people their inner strength and foster self-compassion through harm-reduction and specialized trauma treatment techniques. I strive to confront the often-overwhelming stigma and shame so many of us have surrounding mental health issues, sexuality, gender expression, race, ethnicity, and spirituality. If you feel scared or stuck, I am ready to help navigate your unique process and path.
My focus has been on the way trauma, lived experiences, social systems, and substance use often show up and weave together in us. We all have trauma, regardless of how we take up our space in the world. I love to show people their inner strength and foster self-compassion through harm-reduction and specialized trauma treatment techniques. I strive to confront the often-overwhelming stigma and shame so many of us have surrounding mental health issues, sexuality, gender expression, race, ethnicity, and spirituality. If you feel scared or stuck, I am ready to help navigate your unique process and path.
Caroline Alyce Kellough
Counselor, CMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
South Salt Lake, UT 84115
Waitlist for new clients
I work with young adults, families, and couples helping them to shed light on themselves and the systems of which they are a part. I have worked predominately with clients experiencing symptoms of PTSD, depression, anxiety, bipolar, addictive disorders, and personality disorders. I have a background in wilderness therapy and experiential treatment and love to introduce creative, alternative modes of expression to my clients, including yoga movement, narrative, and outdoor based therapies (walk and talk). By the end of our first session, most of my clients feel relieved and hopeful for their next steps.
I work with young adults, families, and couples helping them to shed light on themselves and the systems of which they are a part. I have worked predominately with clients experiencing symptoms of PTSD, depression, anxiety, bipolar, addictive disorders, and personality disorders. I have a background in wilderness therapy and experiential treatment and love to introduce creative, alternative modes of expression to my clients, including yoga movement, narrative, and outdoor based therapies (walk and talk). By the end of our first session, most of my clients feel relieved and hopeful for their next steps.
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Ryan Morgan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MPH, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Salt Lake City, UT 84105
Somatic-focused EMDR and Gestalt Therapy allow for greater awareness of our full selves, thus integrating the mind and body.
Psychotherapy is a way to learn more about ourselves, find options for change, and develop skills for managing difficult situations and emotions. While the "story" of pain is important, I offer clients the opportunity to better understand the roots of distress, ways in which bodies hold emotional pain, and clear options for enhancing natural resilience. For over a decade, I have helped clients manage anxiety and depression and recover from addiction and trauma. I work with LGBT clients around trauma and discrimination. With training in EMDR, Gestalt Therapy, and CBT, I offer a variety of therapies based on individual need.
Somatic-focused EMDR and Gestalt Therapy allow for greater awareness of our full selves, thus integrating the mind and body.
Psychotherapy is a way to learn more about ourselves, find options for change, and develop skills for managing difficult situations and emotions. While the "story" of pain is important, I offer clients the opportunity to better understand the roots of distress, ways in which bodies hold emotional pain, and clear options for enhancing natural resilience. For over a decade, I have helped clients manage anxiety and depression and recover from addiction and trauma. I work with LGBT clients around trauma and discrimination. With training in EMDR, Gestalt Therapy, and CBT, I offer a variety of therapies based on individual need.
Micky Wickersham
Counselor, LCMHC, SUDC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Millcreek, UT 84107
I have been trained in a range of modalities, including ART (accelerated Resolution Therapy), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), EMDR, Gestalt, Existential and Experiential Therapies.
Life is often full of twists and turns. Many people struggle with what life can bring and the negative emotional and behavioral responses that follow. My goals and passion are to bring healing to those struggling with stressful experiences. My focus is healing the whole person. I help my clients find their path and create intention and passion in their lives. I have over twenty six years of experience helping clients with addiction, depression, anxiety, PTSD and internal conflicts. I can offer ART and EMDR. I know that treatment must be individualized to treat specific needs. I accept insurance and cash pay.
I have been trained in a range of modalities, including ART (accelerated Resolution Therapy), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), EMDR, Gestalt, Existential and Experiential Therapies.
Life is often full of twists and turns. Many people struggle with what life can bring and the negative emotional and behavioral responses that follow. My goals and passion are to bring healing to those struggling with stressful experiences. My focus is healing the whole person. I help my clients find their path and create intention and passion in their lives. I have over twenty six years of experience helping clients with addiction, depression, anxiety, PTSD and internal conflicts. I can offer ART and EMDR. I know that treatment must be individualized to treat specific needs. I accept insurance and cash pay.
Sarah MacCombie
Counselor, OTL, ACMHC
Verified Verified
Millcreek, UT 84106
As your therapist, my intention is to create a safe environment for you to be and explore yourself. Together we'll bring awareness to your thoughts, feelings, emotions, body sensations, values, desires, memories and more, to deeply understand what its like for you to be you. Awareness opens the door for understanding, self-love, and change. To support your therapeutic journey, I use Transpersonal therapy, Gestalt therapy, Somatic-based trauma therapy, Process Work, CBT, dream work, inner child work, and shadow work. I specialize in LGBTQ+ affirming therapy and affirming letter writing.
As your therapist, my intention is to create a safe environment for you to be and explore yourself. Together we'll bring awareness to your thoughts, feelings, emotions, body sensations, values, desires, memories and more, to deeply understand what its like for you to be you. Awareness opens the door for understanding, self-love, and change. To support your therapeutic journey, I use Transpersonal therapy, Gestalt therapy, Somatic-based trauma therapy, Process Work, CBT, dream work, inner child work, and shadow work. I specialize in LGBTQ+ affirming therapy and affirming letter writing.
Mind + Full Therapy
Counselor, CMHC , LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Salt Lake City, UT 84106
Mind+Full Therapy is a trauma informed agency that offer a wide variety of therapeutic treatments that go beyond traditional talk therapy including: EMDR, Brainspotting, IFS, Gestalt, Somatic and Schema therapy.
At Mind + Full Therapy our focus is to help people get to the root of their issues, not just managing symptoms. We take modern therapeutic approaches based in neuroscience and want to help people looking for alternatives to old, outdated, traditional talk therapy in order to create long-lasting changes. We works with adults and couples who are struggling with trauma or feeling stuck in life, have anxiety, depression, shame, relationship problems, and many other issues. See our therapists and their specialties in the photos or check out our website: mind-fulltherapy.com
Mind+Full Therapy is a trauma informed agency that offer a wide variety of therapeutic treatments that go beyond traditional talk therapy including: EMDR, Brainspotting, IFS, Gestalt, Somatic and Schema therapy.
At Mind + Full Therapy our focus is to help people get to the root of their issues, not just managing symptoms. We take modern therapeutic approaches based in neuroscience and want to help people looking for alternatives to old, outdated, traditional talk therapy in order to create long-lasting changes. We works with adults and couples who are struggling with trauma or feeling stuck in life, have anxiety, depression, shame, relationship problems, and many other issues. See our therapists and their specialties in the photos or check out our website: mind-fulltherapy.com
Roberto Scordari
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, CSW, CBP, EFT Tap
Verified Verified
Millcreek, UT 84124
Some of the modalities I use are Gestalt, IFS, EMDR, BodyTalk and EFT tapping.
Taking the initial step to go to therapy isn’t an easy one. You may be feeling hurt, unsafe, scared, exhausted, lonely, or even desperate. The list is endless. You finally gathered the courage to seek for help and really hope to find a welcoming therapist that will make you feel safe and accepted as you are. I hope to create that kind of welcoming and safe environment for you, because I believe that when these conditions are present, healing is much more likely to occur.
Some of the modalities I use are Gestalt, IFS, EMDR, BodyTalk and EFT tapping.
Taking the initial step to go to therapy isn’t an easy one. You may be feeling hurt, unsafe, scared, exhausted, lonely, or even desperate. The list is endless. You finally gathered the courage to seek for help and really hope to find a welcoming therapist that will make you feel safe and accepted as you are. I hope to create that kind of welcoming and safe environment for you, because I believe that when these conditions are present, healing is much more likely to occur.
NeuroImaginal Institute Dr. Shannon Simonelli
Art Therapist, PhD, ATR
Verified Verified
Salt Lake City, UT 84105
We all need support, life brings planed and unexpected change, transitions and requited growth. My clients may feel the pressure of perfectionism, feeling not-good-enough or second guessing themselves, feeling stuck in life. They may have physical or emotional pain and a big stress overload. Often feeling pulled in too many directions, with too many responsibilities, caring for too many projects or people. They can feel lost or adrift, that life is not progressing or as meaningful or happy as they had hoped. Grief & loss build up & worry about the ability to change can immobilize so they often feel stuck & afraid in life.
We all need support, life brings planed and unexpected change, transitions and requited growth. My clients may feel the pressure of perfectionism, feeling not-good-enough or second guessing themselves, feeling stuck in life. They may have physical or emotional pain and a big stress overload. Often feeling pulled in too many directions, with too many responsibilities, caring for too many projects or people. They can feel lost or adrift, that life is not progressing or as meaningful or happy as they had hoped. Grief & loss build up & worry about the ability to change can immobilize so they often feel stuck & afraid in life.
Lauren Moriarty
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Salt Lake City, UT 84106
Waitlist for new clients
I want to know what happened. Not whats wrong, but what you have experienced so that we can facilitate your healing, allow maladaptive behaviors to slip away while finding your intrinsic strength, purpose, and personal values. What’s underlying that may make you more vulnerable? I want to assist you living more fulfilled. How may we get you connected to all forms of health so that you may live inspired and motivated? I hope to be an aid to help you grow in you living the life of your dreams. You matter. I want you to feel feelings and know it is ok to feel them, you don’t have to avoid them at all costs.
I want to know what happened. Not whats wrong, but what you have experienced so that we can facilitate your healing, allow maladaptive behaviors to slip away while finding your intrinsic strength, purpose, and personal values. What’s underlying that may make you more vulnerable? I want to assist you living more fulfilled. How may we get you connected to all forms of health so that you may live inspired and motivated? I hope to be an aid to help you grow in you living the life of your dreams. You matter. I want you to feel feelings and know it is ok to feel them, you don’t have to avoid them at all costs.
Kassidy Lopez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Millcreek, UT 84106
I believe in individualized treatment for each person. As the client, your treatment is yours and I will assist with meeting your needs. I practice from a humanistic person-centered approach with CBT, DBT, PCIT, and play therapy modalities. My passions are working with children and teens as well as people with disabilities. I have experience working with autism and other developmental disabilities as well as children and teens with a variety of diagnoses and backgrounds. I love people and I love to learn. I’m happy to answer any questions you may have and explore if I am the right fit for you.
I believe in individualized treatment for each person. As the client, your treatment is yours and I will assist with meeting your needs. I practice from a humanistic person-centered approach with CBT, DBT, PCIT, and play therapy modalities. My passions are working with children and teens as well as people with disabilities. I have experience working with autism and other developmental disabilities as well as children and teens with a variety of diagnoses and backgrounds. I love people and I love to learn. I’m happy to answer any questions you may have and explore if I am the right fit for you.
Naomia Bell
Counselor, CMHC
Verified Verified
Murray, UT 84107
Phoenix Rebellion Therapy treats those looking for solutions and new directions in life. Working together, our clients and therapists can find the root of the problem and a way to move forward. If you suffer from a minor issue or something more extreme, you could use an experienced ear walking you towards a better solution. Our therapists have expertise treating everything from trauma, torture, and rape, to anxiety, addiction, and depression.
Phoenix Rebellion Therapy treats those looking for solutions and new directions in life. Working together, our clients and therapists can find the root of the problem and a way to move forward. If you suffer from a minor issue or something more extreme, you could use an experienced ear walking you towards a better solution. Our therapists have expertise treating everything from trauma, torture, and rape, to anxiety, addiction, and depression.
Matt Wright
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Murray, UT 84107
My style of therapy is eclectic. I am not married to one approach in particular because no single approach is appropriate for everyone. I specialize in helping individuals with anxiety, mood disorders, addiction, OCD, identity, existential, and faith crises.
My style of therapy is eclectic. I am not married to one approach in particular because no single approach is appropriate for everyone. I specialize in helping individuals with anxiety, mood disorders, addiction, OCD, identity, existential, and faith crises.
Kate Harline
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Salt Lake City, UT 84105 (Online Only)
For over eight years, I've enjoyed working with adult individuals who are navigating the effects of trauma, symptoms of depression and anxiety, relationship issues, issues of meaning and identity and existential concerns, women's concerns, life transitions, spirituality/faith related issues, and more. I am an EMDR-trained therapist and utilize this method when it's helpful, but also draw from a variety of methods including transpersonal therapy, psychodynamic approaches, depth work, CBT, DBT, IFS, ACT, and more.
For over eight years, I've enjoyed working with adult individuals who are navigating the effects of trauma, symptoms of depression and anxiety, relationship issues, issues of meaning and identity and existential concerns, women's concerns, life transitions, spirituality/faith related issues, and more. I am an EMDR-trained therapist and utilize this method when it's helpful, but also draw from a variety of methods including transpersonal therapy, psychodynamic approaches, depth work, CBT, DBT, IFS, ACT, and more.
Mary Fisher
Counselor, CMHC, CST
Verified Verified
Salt Lake City, UT 84105
My areas of focus: 1) Individuals who have been unsuccessful in relieving anxiety, anger, or depression with other therapies, 2) Men who have been told they have "anger problems", 3) Faith transitions, whether staying or leaving, 4) Sexual health concerns, 5) Couples who are confused about what they need and where to get it, 6) Couples who are stuck in ambivalence about whether to stay and work on their relationship, or separate.
My areas of focus: 1) Individuals who have been unsuccessful in relieving anxiety, anger, or depression with other therapies, 2) Men who have been told they have "anger problems", 3) Faith transitions, whether staying or leaving, 4) Sexual health concerns, 5) Couples who are confused about what they need and where to get it, 6) Couples who are stuck in ambivalence about whether to stay and work on their relationship, or separate.
Green Willow Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LMFT, CSW, MSW, MS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Salt Lake City, UT 84106
At Green Willow we specialize in working with teens and adults who are struggling with childhood trauma and abuse, PTSD, relationships, women's specific concerns, depression, anxiety, stress, LGBTQ, and life adjustment concerns. We work with adolescents and adults who are struggling with mood disorders, family dynamics, coping skills, and emotional dysregulation. We provide a peaceful and supportive environment to explore past traumas, discuss current concerns, and plan for a more fulfilling future. We believe that each of us has the capacity for healing and growth, and that within us we contain the answers for a more joyful life.
At Green Willow we specialize in working with teens and adults who are struggling with childhood trauma and abuse, PTSD, relationships, women's specific concerns, depression, anxiety, stress, LGBTQ, and life adjustment concerns. We work with adolescents and adults who are struggling with mood disorders, family dynamics, coping skills, and emotional dysregulation. We provide a peaceful and supportive environment to explore past traumas, discuss current concerns, and plan for a more fulfilling future. We believe that each of us has the capacity for healing and growth, and that within us we contain the answers for a more joyful life.
Austin Ryan-Mas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, CSW
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Salt Lake City, UT 84105 (Online Only)
Facing challenges like depression, anxiety, and trauma can hinder our ability to authentically and fully engage with life. As a psychotherapist, my practice is grounded in trauma-informed care. I specialize in EMDR, mindfulness-based, and psychodynamic therapy. I understand that spirituality plays an important part in many people's healing; and I incorporate a holistic approach that recognizes the interconnectedness of biological, mental, and emotional well-being.
Facing challenges like depression, anxiety, and trauma can hinder our ability to authentically and fully engage with life. As a psychotherapist, my practice is grounded in trauma-informed care. I specialize in EMDR, mindfulness-based, and psychodynamic therapy. I understand that spirituality plays an important part in many people's healing; and I incorporate a holistic approach that recognizes the interconnectedness of biological, mental, and emotional well-being.
Elizabeth A. Beckmann
Marriage & Family Therapist, DMFT, LMFT
Verified Verified
Taylorsville, UT 84123
Finding a therapist and beginning treatment can feel overwhelming, yet the benefits and healing that are possible through therapy are worth taking the leap. You are in the right place to begin your healing process! My goal is to provide you and your family with the specific treatment, support, empowerment, knowledge, and guidance needed to help you to work through challenging issues, build resiliency, and accomplish your life goals. With the right therapeutic treatment, and dedicated effort on your part, you will be able to get through this tough time, accomplish long-term change, and move in the direction of your goals and dreams.
Finding a therapist and beginning treatment can feel overwhelming, yet the benefits and healing that are possible through therapy are worth taking the leap. You are in the right place to begin your healing process! My goal is to provide you and your family with the specific treatment, support, empowerment, knowledge, and guidance needed to help you to work through challenging issues, build resiliency, and accomplish your life goals. With the right therapeutic treatment, and dedicated effort on your part, you will be able to get through this tough time, accomplish long-term change, and move in the direction of your goals and dreams.
Alex Runolfson
Counselor, LCMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Salt Lake City, UT 84107
Do you want more out of life but something is holding you back? The connection may be subtle, but the things that happened to you a long time ago may continue to effect you today. Have you lost your passion? Are you tense all the time, always on edge, maybe you struggle to get through the day because your anxiety is so bad. Replaying the same painful moments over and over again; it is interfering with your day to day life; it’s exhausting. Your friends and family may not understand what you are going through but I do. Maybe you know the direction you need to go but don’t know how to remove the hidden barriers. I can teach you how.
Do you want more out of life but something is holding you back? The connection may be subtle, but the things that happened to you a long time ago may continue to effect you today. Have you lost your passion? Are you tense all the time, always on edge, maybe you struggle to get through the day because your anxiety is so bad. Replaying the same painful moments over and over again; it is interfering with your day to day life; it’s exhausting. Your friends and family may not understand what you are going through but I do. Maybe you know the direction you need to go but don’t know how to remove the hidden barriers. I can teach you how.
Jessica Jensen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Salt Lake City, UT 84106
A good therapeutic relationship holds a high level of confidence, allowing people to share all sides of themselves; their hopes and fears, wants and needs, dreams and doubts, their strengths and vulnerabilities. Good therapy provides awareness and new perspectives, helping people to place less focus on where they are and more importance on the direction they are moving. My passion as a therapist, is to provide a space for individuals, couples and families to learn, heal and grow on their unique journeys towards transformation and personal freedom.
A good therapeutic relationship holds a high level of confidence, allowing people to share all sides of themselves; their hopes and fears, wants and needs, dreams and doubts, their strengths and vulnerabilities. Good therapy provides awareness and new perspectives, helping people to place less focus on where they are and more importance on the direction they are moving. My passion as a therapist, is to provide a space for individuals, couples and families to learn, heal and grow on their unique journeys towards transformation and personal freedom.
Jenna Johnston
Counselor, MA, CMHC
Verified Verified
Millcreek, UT 84106 (Online Only)
I’m Jenna Johnston. My pronouns are she/her/hers. I’m a Clinical Mental Health Counselor. More specifically I am someone who sparks change in people’s lives. I help individuals (18+) who want to feel safe being their authentic selves and have satisfaction in their connection with others. I support them in exploring their history and uncovering patterns they may not even be aware of so that they can begin to have more control of their emotions and be excited about life again.
I’m Jenna Johnston. My pronouns are she/her/hers. I’m a Clinical Mental Health Counselor. More specifically I am someone who sparks change in people’s lives. I help individuals (18+) who want to feel safe being their authentic selves and have satisfaction in their connection with others. I support them in exploring their history and uncovering patterns they may not even be aware of so that they can begin to have more control of their emotions and be excited about life again.
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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.