Gestalt Therapists in Louisa, VA
Dr. Brenda L Ridgeway Professional Psychologist
PhD/, LSATP, CCDVC, HS-BCP
Verified Verified
Louisa, VA 23093 (Online Only)
My belief is that healing is possible and that all of us have the answers and solutions to troubling personal questions and stressful circumstances in our lives, but sometimes we all need a bit of support and guidance to find those answers. Recovery is an amazing and sacred journey, one that leads to self-healing, self-fulfillment, and happiness. I am a Licensed Substance Abuse Treatment Practitioner specializing in working with those seeking a better physical and emotional life and overall well-being. I use empirically sound evidenced-based interventions to assist with your healing process.
My belief is that healing is possible and that all of us have the answers and solutions to troubling personal questions and stressful circumstances in our lives, but sometimes we all need a bit of support and guidance to find those answers. Recovery is an amazing and sacred journey, one that leads to self-healing, self-fulfillment, and happiness. I am a Licensed Substance Abuse Treatment Practitioner specializing in working with those seeking a better physical and emotional life and overall well-being. I use empirically sound evidenced-based interventions to assist with your healing process.
Online Therapists
I utilize different modalities such as Rational-Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Gestalt Therapy, and Strengths-Based Therapy.
Everyone is on a personal journey with many paths to choose from. My goal is to help you navigate that journey as you come to bumps in the road. Through enhanced coping skills and client centered care, I work with you to overcome the challenges you face. I am an empathetic counselor who assists people of all backgrounds prevail over the difficulties in their lives. I take a collaborative approach to empower clients in their daily lives by teaching them new skills and strengthening those they already possess.
I utilize different modalities such as Rational-Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Gestalt Therapy, and Strengths-Based Therapy.
Everyone is on a personal journey with many paths to choose from. My goal is to help you navigate that journey as you come to bumps in the road. Through enhanced coping skills and client centered care, I work with you to overcome the challenges you face. I am an empathetic counselor who assists people of all backgrounds prevail over the difficulties in their lives. I take a collaborative approach to empower clients in their daily lives by teaching them new skills and strengthening those they already possess.
I am a certified Gestalt Therapist and also utilize aspects of Family Systems including Interpersonal Process and Internal Family Systems approaches.
I'm here to help. I will respect your integrity and pace. I seek to help individuals see their truths and walk their life in a healthier way including coming to healthier resolution about past and current difficulties.
I am a certified Gestalt Therapist and also utilize aspects of Family Systems including Interpersonal Process and Internal Family Systems approaches.
I'm here to help. I will respect your integrity and pace. I seek to help individuals see their truths and walk their life in a healthier way including coming to healthier resolution about past and current difficulties.
Lauren Maxwell
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Falls Church, VA 22046
I provide Psychodynamic therapy, pulling from IFS, ISTDP, Inner child work, and Gestalt therapy to address the root cause of your concerns and help you heal each session.
I specialize in working with people who yearn to discover the deepest parts of themselves and feel ready for profound healing and change. I believe the therapeutic relationship is sacred and meaningful, and the vehicle through which real change occurs. I care deeply about supporting and challenging you to grow, helping you experience relief with each session.
I provide Psychodynamic therapy, pulling from IFS, ISTDP, Inner child work, and Gestalt therapy to address the root cause of your concerns and help you heal each session.
I specialize in working with people who yearn to discover the deepest parts of themselves and feel ready for profound healing and change. I believe the therapeutic relationship is sacred and meaningful, and the vehicle through which real change occurs. I care deeply about supporting and challenging you to grow, helping you experience relief with each session.
Nikki Lemke
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Alexandria, VA 22314
I apply a variety of modalities working with my clients such as CBT, Gestalt, & Polyvagel Theory.
Do you find yourself struggling in your most intimate personal relationships? Or feel like you're constantly playing small to make everyone else around you happy? Feeling misunderstood or unseen in your closest connections, is often a very lonely place to be. I can help you make sense of what seems like confusing interpersonal dynamics, so that you can begin to feel the genuine connection and sense of beloning we all crave as human beings. The self-knowledge, skills and insights you gain in session, are an investment into yourself and all your future relationships.
I apply a variety of modalities working with my clients such as CBT, Gestalt, & Polyvagel Theory.
Do you find yourself struggling in your most intimate personal relationships? Or feel like you're constantly playing small to make everyone else around you happy? Feeling misunderstood or unseen in your closest connections, is often a very lonely place to be. I can help you make sense of what seems like confusing interpersonal dynamics, so that you can begin to feel the genuine connection and sense of beloning we all crave as human beings. The self-knowledge, skills and insights you gain in session, are an investment into yourself and all your future relationships.
Charlotte Mathews
Resident in Counseling, MA, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Great Falls, VA 22066
Utilizing CBT, Gestalt Therapy, and mindfulness-based interventions, I help my client develop deeper awareness about themselves; including their thoughts, emotions, and how they engage with the world.
My clinical experience lies in helping children, adolescents, and adults navigate various life experiences and stressors not limited to; childhood trauma, depression, anxiety, stress, interpersonal issues, and grief and loss. I believe that positive growth and change can occur when a therapy environment is built upon human connection and the principles of trust, safety, and respect.
Utilizing CBT, Gestalt Therapy, and mindfulness-based interventions, I help my client develop deeper awareness about themselves; including their thoughts, emotions, and how they engage with the world.
My clinical experience lies in helping children, adolescents, and adults navigate various life experiences and stressors not limited to; childhood trauma, depression, anxiety, stress, interpersonal issues, and grief and loss. I believe that positive growth and change can occur when a therapy environment is built upon human connection and the principles of trust, safety, and respect.
Ioana Marcus
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, GEP
Verified Verified
10 Endorsed
Great Falls, VA 22066
My approaches will be based on my client's needs, and include Gestalt & somatic psychotherapy, trauma-focused equine facilitated psychotherapy, EMDR, equine-assisted EMDR, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).
If you are tired of feeling stuck in your life, I invite you to take a different approach to life and therapy, which is somatic and experiential. My practice is founded on creating a safe space for you to become your most authentic self. We focus not only on understanding your past experiences, whether family, relationships, traumas or mental health concerns that have been hindering your growth, but also supporting you to step into your life NOW. I will support you and walk the walk with you. We will explore how to fully live and thrive in the present, grow to your fullest potential, way beyond what you imagine for yourself.
My approaches will be based on my client's needs, and include Gestalt & somatic psychotherapy, trauma-focused equine facilitated psychotherapy, EMDR, equine-assisted EMDR, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).
If you are tired of feeling stuck in your life, I invite you to take a different approach to life and therapy, which is somatic and experiential. My practice is founded on creating a safe space for you to become your most authentic self. We focus not only on understanding your past experiences, whether family, relationships, traumas or mental health concerns that have been hindering your growth, but also supporting you to step into your life NOW. I will support you and walk the walk with you. We will explore how to fully live and thrive in the present, grow to your fullest potential, way beyond what you imagine for yourself.
Tyeasha Williams-Powell
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Manassas, VA 20110 (Online Only)
She utilizes techniques from CBT, DBT, SFBT, and Gestalt.
Tyeasha is a Licensed Professional Counselor, Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, and National Board Certified Counselor practicing in Chesterfield County and the surrounding localities with over 20 years experience in mental health. She is a member of the American Counseling Association, the International Association of Trauma Professionals, and the National Association for Addiction Professionals. Her goal as a Clinician is to support individuals in the developing and strengthening of coping skills and daily overall daily functioning. Tyeasha provides individual and group counseling services.
She utilizes techniques from CBT, DBT, SFBT, and Gestalt.
Tyeasha is a Licensed Professional Counselor, Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, and National Board Certified Counselor practicing in Chesterfield County and the surrounding localities with over 20 years experience in mental health. She is a member of the American Counseling Association, the International Association of Trauma Professionals, and the National Association for Addiction Professionals. Her goal as a Clinician is to support individuals in the developing and strengthening of coping skills and daily overall daily functioning. Tyeasha provides individual and group counseling services.
I also use Cognitive therapy to help clients argue against their negative thoughts and Gestalt therapy to enable clients to develop increased awareness of their needs and take constructive action.
Are you motivated to change your life, but don't quite know where to start? My clients come for help to deal with relationship difficulties, anxiety, depression, and loss. With counseling you can begin improving close loving relationships, manage difficult emotions calmly, replace negative thinking with positive rational thoughts, and let go of old fears and pain to more easily enjoy life. As a licensed clinical psychologist I have worked in schools, prisons, community mental health centers and for the last twenty years in private practice. I enjoy working with couples in my home office.
I also use Cognitive therapy to help clients argue against their negative thoughts and Gestalt therapy to enable clients to develop increased awareness of their needs and take constructive action.
Are you motivated to change your life, but don't quite know where to start? My clients come for help to deal with relationship difficulties, anxiety, depression, and loss. With counseling you can begin improving close loving relationships, manage difficult emotions calmly, replace negative thinking with positive rational thoughts, and let go of old fears and pain to more easily enjoy life. As a licensed clinical psychologist I have worked in schools, prisons, community mental health centers and for the last twenty years in private practice. I enjoy working with couples in my home office.
I am trained in Gestalt therapy and explore deep healing to remove obstacles from the past that keep clients from being their fullest person.
I am interested in helping people overcome old messages that interfere with life today.I am especially good at incorporating spiritual healing into my practice. Anxiety and depression are often the result of habitual negative self talk. I can help people focus on ways to manage depression, anxiety and sexual compulsions.
I am trained in Gestalt therapy and explore deep healing to remove obstacles from the past that keep clients from being their fullest person.
I am interested in helping people overcome old messages that interfere with life today.I am especially good at incorporating spiritual healing into my practice. Anxiety and depression are often the result of habitual negative self talk. I can help people focus on ways to manage depression, anxiety and sexual compulsions.
Bianca Quiles
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Alexandria, VA 22304 (Online Only)
My primary clinical techniques derive from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Gestalt Therapy, ensuring an integrated and tailored approach to meet your unique needs.
“You gain strength, courage and confidence by every experience in which you really stop to look fear in the face… You must do the thing you think you cannot do.” - Eleanor Roosevelt. As a dedicated Licensed Professional Counselor with over 8 years of experience, my primary goal is to provide individuals with an environment that nurtures authenticity and personal growth. Clients seeking my guidance desire to be challenged and to actively work towards tangible, transformative goals. I aim to address the potential challenges of therapy with transparency and safety essential for self-exploration.
My primary clinical techniques derive from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Gestalt Therapy, ensuring an integrated and tailored approach to meet your unique needs.
“You gain strength, courage and confidence by every experience in which you really stop to look fear in the face… You must do the thing you think you cannot do.” - Eleanor Roosevelt. As a dedicated Licensed Professional Counselor with over 8 years of experience, my primary goal is to provide individuals with an environment that nurtures authenticity and personal growth. Clients seeking my guidance desire to be challenged and to actively work towards tangible, transformative goals. I aim to address the potential challenges of therapy with transparency and safety essential for self-exploration.
Del Ray Psych & Wellness, LLC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Alexandria, VA 22301
Waitlist for new clients
We bring a variety of experiences and techniques to our treatment approaches including, but not limited to, groundbreaking ketamine-assisted psychotherapy, somatic experiencing, mindfulness meditation, cognitive-behavioral therapy, hypnotherapy, gestalt therapy, art therapy, and EMDR.
We are a vibrant and energetic group of clinical psychologists, therapists, and wellness professionals located in the Del Ray area of Alexandria, VA. We are passionate about guiding adolescents and adults on their personal journeys of growth and transformation through a holistic approach to psychotherapy. We believe that wellness is attained by addressing the mind, body, and spirit. Our mission is to provide a trusting therapeutic relationship to each client, as it is an essential framework to facilitate self awareness, healing, and personal evolution.
We bring a variety of experiences and techniques to our treatment approaches including, but not limited to, groundbreaking ketamine-assisted psychotherapy, somatic experiencing, mindfulness meditation, cognitive-behavioral therapy, hypnotherapy, gestalt therapy, art therapy, and EMDR.
We are a vibrant and energetic group of clinical psychologists, therapists, and wellness professionals located in the Del Ray area of Alexandria, VA. We are passionate about guiding adolescents and adults on their personal journeys of growth and transformation through a holistic approach to psychotherapy. We believe that wellness is attained by addressing the mind, body, and spirit. Our mission is to provide a trusting therapeutic relationship to each client, as it is an essential framework to facilitate self awareness, healing, and personal evolution.
I have over 18 years combined experience working in community mental health, therapeutic day settings and private practice. My professional journey includes individual, crisis and group counseling. Clients have represented different cultural groups with mental health concerns. Through my clinical experience, I have developed a particular interest in working with people experiencing concerns related to cultural identity, trauma and sexual violence, anxiety, and mood disturbances. I take a Multicultural, Gestalt, Cognitive-Behavioral, and Trauma Informed Care approach to increase awareness and enhance adaptive interpersonal skills.
I have over 18 years combined experience working in community mental health, therapeutic day settings and private practice. My professional journey includes individual, crisis and group counseling. Clients have represented different cultural groups with mental health concerns. Through my clinical experience, I have developed a particular interest in working with people experiencing concerns related to cultural identity, trauma and sexual violence, anxiety, and mood disturbances. I take a Multicultural, Gestalt, Cognitive-Behavioral, and Trauma Informed Care approach to increase awareness and enhance adaptive interpersonal skills.
My approach uses elements of mindfulness, CBT, DBT, ACT, Gestalt, and Somatic Therapy.
I get it. You're tired of feeling stuck but don't know where to begin making changes to help you feel better–more resilient, confident, and self-assured. You're tired of the anxiety spirals, the overthinking, the second-guessing. You want to be able to rest without feeling guilty! To enjoy socializing without worrying about how you're being perceived. To leave work at work and enjoy your hard-earned time off. You're ready to be able to speak your truth with kindness and clarity so you can have the kinds of relationships you're craving and deserve!
My approach uses elements of mindfulness, CBT, DBT, ACT, Gestalt, and Somatic Therapy.
I get it. You're tired of feeling stuck but don't know where to begin making changes to help you feel better–more resilient, confident, and self-assured. You're tired of the anxiety spirals, the overthinking, the second-guessing. You want to be able to rest without feeling guilty! To enjoy socializing without worrying about how you're being perceived. To leave work at work and enjoy your hard-earned time off. You're ready to be able to speak your truth with kindness and clarity so you can have the kinds of relationships you're craving and deserve!
Mackenzie Green
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
North Chesterfield, VA 23235
I can provide a wealth of knowledge relating to child psychology and play therapy in addition to CBT and Gestalt techniques for adults.
I specialize in working with highly self-aware, resilient, and determined individuals who excel academically and professionally, but face challenges in their personal relationships due to emotional trauma, anxiety, and low self-esteem. My goal is to equip you with the skills and mindset necessary to cultivate positive relationships and a healthy outlook on life. I approach this by emphasizing empathy, compassion, and a realistic perspective to foster a responsive and intentional approach towards yourself and others. Let's work together to establish a positive relationship with yourself and the world around you.
I can provide a wealth of knowledge relating to child psychology and play therapy in addition to CBT and Gestalt techniques for adults.
I specialize in working with highly self-aware, resilient, and determined individuals who excel academically and professionally, but face challenges in their personal relationships due to emotional trauma, anxiety, and low self-esteem. My goal is to equip you with the skills and mindset necessary to cultivate positive relationships and a healthy outlook on life. I approach this by emphasizing empathy, compassion, and a realistic perspective to foster a responsive and intentional approach towards yourself and others. Let's work together to establish a positive relationship with yourself and the world around you.
Sandy Foster Morrison
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Charlottesville, VA 22903
Offering experiential therapies - Gestalt.
Feelings of sadness and anxiety from unhealed loss and unresolved life circumstances can cripple our capacity to manage our lives. This work offers clarity through tools that deal directly with life changes and the effects of trauma and addictions. With an overall focus on life transitions and jarring wake-up calls that challenge who we believe ourself to be, the work creates Ah Ha experiences and insights that release blocks and bring us home to ourselves - body, mind, emotions, spirit. Individuals. Couples. Groups. Workshops. Retreats. Intuition guides the work which is backed by 30 years of intense clinical specialty with addictions, trauma and dis-ease.
Offering experiential therapies - Gestalt.
Feelings of sadness and anxiety from unhealed loss and unresolved life circumstances can cripple our capacity to manage our lives. This work offers clarity through tools that deal directly with life changes and the effects of trauma and addictions. With an overall focus on life transitions and jarring wake-up calls that challenge who we believe ourself to be, the work creates Ah Ha experiences and insights that release blocks and bring us home to ourselves - body, mind, emotions, spirit. Individuals. Couples. Groups. Workshops. Retreats. Intuition guides the work which is backed by 30 years of intense clinical specialty with addictions, trauma and dis-ease.
Drawing from approaches in Gestalt, reality, client-centered, cognitive behavioral, and expressive therapy, Rebecca is able to provide a truly custom approach to help her clients to reach personal goals.
Rebecca Fry is a Licensed Professional Counselor who has always been passionate about helping others. Energetic, enthusiastic, and extremely conscientious, Rebecca’s unique personality equips her to provide friendly, loving, and wise counseling from a person-centered approach. She specializes in depression, anxiety, identity, sexual trauma, family of origin dysfunction, self-esteem, and confidence.
Drawing from approaches in Gestalt, reality, client-centered, cognitive behavioral, and expressive therapy, Rebecca is able to provide a truly custom approach to help her clients to reach personal goals.
Rebecca Fry is a Licensed Professional Counselor who has always been passionate about helping others. Energetic, enthusiastic, and extremely conscientious, Rebecca’s unique personality equips her to provide friendly, loving, and wise counseling from a person-centered approach. She specializes in depression, anxiety, identity, sexual trauma, family of origin dysfunction, self-esteem, and confidence.
Joan Rockwell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Oakton, VA 22124 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
It is a highly effective treatment that integrates Transactional Analysis and Gestalt Therapy.
I have experience treating a broad range of issues including depression, PTSD, bipolar disorder, anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorder, relationship issues, life transition issues, work-related issues, stress management, self-esteem issues. I also work with co-occurring disorders and with couples who are struggling in their relationships due to addictive behaviors. When indicated, I work collaboratively with other therapists to maximize therapeutic benefits.
It is a highly effective treatment that integrates Transactional Analysis and Gestalt Therapy.
I have experience treating a broad range of issues including depression, PTSD, bipolar disorder, anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorder, relationship issues, life transition issues, work-related issues, stress management, self-esteem issues. I also work with co-occurring disorders and with couples who are struggling in their relationships due to addictive behaviors. When indicated, I work collaboratively with other therapists to maximize therapeutic benefits.
I couple current knowledge about the brain with cognitive behavioral, Gestalt, psychodynamic, attachment, and Erikson theory, and interventions.
There are many stressors in daily life that may cause us to feel out of sorts, anxious, depressed, grieved or traumatized. I treat most all anxiety disorders, most depression disorders, simple and complex grief, and some trauma disorders. I believe there is hope for recovery for all. I would be honored to assist you to learn to live out of your "Best Real Self". You can have a more contented, and accomplished life.
I couple current knowledge about the brain with cognitive behavioral, Gestalt, psychodynamic, attachment, and Erikson theory, and interventions.
There are many stressors in daily life that may cause us to feel out of sorts, anxious, depressed, grieved or traumatized. I treat most all anxiety disorders, most depression disorders, simple and complex grief, and some trauma disorders. I believe there is hope for recovery for all. I would be honored to assist you to learn to live out of your "Best Real Self". You can have a more contented, and accomplished life.
Theory based practice with heavy emphasis in cognitive-behavioral therapy, gestalt, strength based, motivational interviewing, dialectical behavioral therapy and solution focused.
Client focus is on building strengths and recognizing how to apply those strengths in areas of life causing distress or interruption in reaching full potential. Clients seeking therapy from this therapist should be prepared to move at their pace. However, being open to discussion and evaluation of issues that create barriers. In addition to examining the approach and thought patterns that may be inhibiting overall improved well-being and success. Prepare yourself for an open dialogue, support, and putting your best forward in the change process. Allow me to assist in your journey.
Theory based practice with heavy emphasis in cognitive-behavioral therapy, gestalt, strength based, motivational interviewing, dialectical behavioral therapy and solution focused.
Client focus is on building strengths and recognizing how to apply those strengths in areas of life causing distress or interruption in reaching full potential. Clients seeking therapy from this therapist should be prepared to move at their pace. However, being open to discussion and evaluation of issues that create barriers. In addition to examining the approach and thought patterns that may be inhibiting overall improved well-being and success. Prepare yourself for an open dialogue, support, and putting your best forward in the change process. Allow me to assist in your journey.
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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.