Gestalt Therapists in Minneapolis, MN
I love to take an integrated approach to working with people and seeing people in the context of all aspects of their lives. As a queer, nonbinary transgender person I am passionate about intersectional social justice and working towards a world in which everyone is treated with respect and dignity. I enjoy working with people from all backgrounds, however, I specialize in working with LGBTQIA+ people, people with co-occurring disorders, and persons living with HIV.
I love to take an integrated approach to working with people and seeing people in the context of all aspects of their lives. As a queer, nonbinary transgender person I am passionate about intersectional social justice and working towards a world in which everyone is treated with respect and dignity. I enjoy working with people from all backgrounds, however, I specialize in working with LGBTQIA+ people, people with co-occurring disorders, and persons living with HIV.
How we interact with ourselves and others results from our early childhood experiences, traumas, and attachment. As we get older, we hold onto these psychological foundations and patterns. These often drive maladaptive behaviors, relationship distress, anxiety, and overall dissatisfaction.
How we interact with ourselves and others results from our early childhood experiences, traumas, and attachment. As we get older, we hold onto these psychological foundations and patterns. These often drive maladaptive behaviors, relationship distress, anxiety, and overall dissatisfaction.
You are wanting to know what it's like to trust yourself and others more, have satisfying, loving and reciprocal relationships. You are wanting to care for hurts, trauma, generational trauma/patterns, and feel like you are in your body in a safe way. That you have more awareness of your fight/flight/freeze patterns. You want to feel connected, explore and feel grounded in your racial, cultural identity and queerness with someone who understands social/historical oppression and ancestral resilience. You want to repair your relationship with food and your body. You want to find wholeness and aliveness in the here and now.
You are wanting to know what it's like to trust yourself and others more, have satisfying, loving and reciprocal relationships. You are wanting to care for hurts, trauma, generational trauma/patterns, and feel like you are in your body in a safe way. That you have more awareness of your fight/flight/freeze patterns. You want to feel connected, explore and feel grounded in your racial, cultural identity and queerness with someone who understands social/historical oppression and ancestral resilience. You want to repair your relationship with food and your body. You want to find wholeness and aliveness in the here and now.
I am licensed in CA, AZ and MN and can provide IN-PERSON in Minneapolis or Telehealth in all 3 of the aforementioned States. Who doesn't want freedom in all aspects of life? I believe that true freedom comes from transformation of self from the inside out. We are not on this planet to struggle, rather to find the courage to let our light shine. If you are feeling stuck in your relationships, career, family, or any other aspect of life perhaps it is time for a change. Life is short.
I am licensed in CA, AZ and MN and can provide IN-PERSON in Minneapolis or Telehealth in all 3 of the aforementioned States. Who doesn't want freedom in all aspects of life? I believe that true freedom comes from transformation of self from the inside out. We are not on this planet to struggle, rather to find the courage to let our light shine. If you are feeling stuck in your relationships, career, family, or any other aspect of life perhaps it is time for a change. Life is short.
Hello, and welcome to my profile! Offering a safe, nonjudgmental, and supportive environment, my practice will help guide you through whatever difficulties you are facing. I focus on using compassion and a holistic, research based approach to provide clarity, relief, and support for my clients.
Hello, and welcome to my profile! Offering a safe, nonjudgmental, and supportive environment, my practice will help guide you through whatever difficulties you are facing. I focus on using compassion and a holistic, research based approach to provide clarity, relief, and support for my clients.
You might’ve tried traditional talk therapy and still feel stuck—anxious, overwhelmed, disconnected, or unsure why certain patterns won’t shift. Maybe you’re high-functioning on the outside but carrying tension, burnout, or old wounds that won’t budge. You’re thoughtful, sensitive, and craving something deeper—something that goes beyond coping skills and talks to your whole self, not just your thoughts.
You might’ve tried traditional talk therapy and still feel stuck—anxious, overwhelmed, disconnected, or unsure why certain patterns won’t shift. Maybe you’re high-functioning on the outside but carrying tension, burnout, or old wounds that won’t budge. You’re thoughtful, sensitive, and craving something deeper—something that goes beyond coping skills and talks to your whole self, not just your thoughts.
Gabriel Sims is an expert trauma therapist with a deep passion for helping individuals navigate and heal from the complexities of trauma. With over seven years of experience teaching psychology at the university level, Gabriel has cultivated a profound understanding of psychological principles and their real-world application. His expertise in trauma therapy has made him a trusted voice in the field, leading to interviews with prominent news outlets where he has shared valuable insights on trauma recovery and mental health. Known for his compassionate approach and evidence-based practices, Gabriel is dedicated to empowering client
Gabriel Sims is an expert trauma therapist with a deep passion for helping individuals navigate and heal from the complexities of trauma. With over seven years of experience teaching psychology at the university level, Gabriel has cultivated a profound understanding of psychological principles and their real-world application. His expertise in trauma therapy has made him a trusted voice in the field, leading to interviews with prominent news outlets where he has shared valuable insights on trauma recovery and mental health. Known for his compassionate approach and evidence-based practices, Gabriel is dedicated to empowering client
“Stuck.” This is a word that often comes up in therapy: feeling stuck with painful feelings, with past traumatic experiences, in unhealthy ways of coping, or in challenging relationship dynamics. When stuck with thoughts of the past or worries about the future, this gets in the way of living in the present. Especially as environments are often invalidating of emotional experiences, getting unstuck is about making room for what we've learned to avoid. Through a close and meaningful relationship, I am passionate about creating a safe environment in which we can get to the bottom of what is keeping you from the life you want to lead.
“Stuck.” This is a word that often comes up in therapy: feeling stuck with painful feelings, with past traumatic experiences, in unhealthy ways of coping, or in challenging relationship dynamics. When stuck with thoughts of the past or worries about the future, this gets in the way of living in the present. Especially as environments are often invalidating of emotional experiences, getting unstuck is about making room for what we've learned to avoid. Through a close and meaningful relationship, I am passionate about creating a safe environment in which we can get to the bottom of what is keeping you from the life you want to lead.
I have been a psychologist for 35 yrs working with individuals, couples, and families. I work with each client to identify what is causing their current problems and how we can restore optimal growth and health. I use many of the most effective psychotherapy methods for relieving anxiety, depression, and trauma-a comprehensive Mind-Body approach.
I have been a psychologist for 35 yrs working with individuals, couples, and families. I work with each client to identify what is causing their current problems and how we can restore optimal growth and health. I use many of the most effective psychotherapy methods for relieving anxiety, depression, and trauma-a comprehensive Mind-Body approach.
You are your own best advocate, seeing my role as a guide to allow each of my clients to embody this belief fully. No matter where you may be on this personal journey, we will take on a collaborative, person-centered approach that is grounded in creating a strong therapeutic relationship first. From this foundation, I strive to create a positive, welcoming environment that allows each person to be themselves. We are going to work on the goals that you are able to express and pull some more out through more conversation.
You are your own best advocate, seeing my role as a guide to allow each of my clients to embody this belief fully. No matter where you may be on this personal journey, we will take on a collaborative, person-centered approach that is grounded in creating a strong therapeutic relationship first. From this foundation, I strive to create a positive, welcoming environment that allows each person to be themselves. We are going to work on the goals that you are able to express and pull some more out through more conversation.
You may find yourself experiencing a felt sense of disconnection due to chronic stress and being in constant survival mode. Unprocessed experiences with trauma, injustice, grief, loss, and neglect, can lead to emotional, mental, and physical overwhelm. This can show up as anxiety, depression, dysregulation, burn out, numbing, people-pleasing, perfectionism, overthinking, hyper-independence, procrastination, negative self-talk and relationship issues. You are here because there's something telling you that life doesn't have to feel this way. Together, we will work on creating a sense of safety felt in the body and mind.
You may find yourself experiencing a felt sense of disconnection due to chronic stress and being in constant survival mode. Unprocessed experiences with trauma, injustice, grief, loss, and neglect, can lead to emotional, mental, and physical overwhelm. This can show up as anxiety, depression, dysregulation, burn out, numbing, people-pleasing, perfectionism, overthinking, hyper-independence, procrastination, negative self-talk and relationship issues. You are here because there's something telling you that life doesn't have to feel this way. Together, we will work on creating a sense of safety felt in the body and mind.
I am a licensed professional clinical counselor, board-approved supervisor and a licensed alcohol and drug counselor. I utilize EMDR, mindfulness-based CBT, and person-centered approaches that have been shown to be highly effective for treating a multitude of concerns. I am familiar with most issues, and have a particular interest in treating trauma and working through relationship concerns. I am also KAP (ketamine-assisted psychotherapy) trained, and interested in assisting with the integration phase of psychedelic assisted therapy.
I am a licensed professional clinical counselor, board-approved supervisor and a licensed alcohol and drug counselor. I utilize EMDR, mindfulness-based CBT, and person-centered approaches that have been shown to be highly effective for treating a multitude of concerns. I am familiar with most issues, and have a particular interest in treating trauma and working through relationship concerns. I am also KAP (ketamine-assisted psychotherapy) trained, and interested in assisting with the integration phase of psychedelic assisted therapy.
I specialize in professionals in demanding careers. Having worked in corporate law, the MN AGO and in career planning, I am well aware of how challenging it is to maintain mental health and succeed professionally.
I support people in their desire for more meaning in their lives through a collaborative therapeutic process. I have experience with people in major life transitions such as divorce, death of parents, remarriage, parenting teens and older children leaving the home, job loss, career transitions, post-partum issues, diagnoses of major and chronic illnesses, moving to new cities, and other identity-related processes.
I specialize in professionals in demanding careers. Having worked in corporate law, the MN AGO and in career planning, I am well aware of how challenging it is to maintain mental health and succeed professionally.
I support people in their desire for more meaning in their lives through a collaborative therapeutic process. I have experience with people in major life transitions such as divorce, death of parents, remarriage, parenting teens and older children leaving the home, job loss, career transitions, post-partum issues, diagnoses of major and chronic illnesses, moving to new cities, and other identity-related processes.
Have a few open spots. My life experiences have given me the gift of being Inter-Sectional. I know that a person has many parts of their life, that makes up the individual. Everyone has a story to tell. I work to empower my clients to see themselves as Whole beings with gifts to give the world. I specialize and hold certifications in the following: Trauma Informed care and healing, Self-esteem building, Anxiety Treatment, Cognitive Behavioral, Narrative Exposure and Internal Family Systems Therapies. I operate from a social-justice perspective, and purposely create spaces for BIPOC people to do their healing work.
Have a few open spots. My life experiences have given me the gift of being Inter-Sectional. I know that a person has many parts of their life, that makes up the individual. Everyone has a story to tell. I work to empower my clients to see themselves as Whole beings with gifts to give the world. I specialize and hold certifications in the following: Trauma Informed care and healing, Self-esteem building, Anxiety Treatment, Cognitive Behavioral, Narrative Exposure and Internal Family Systems Therapies. I operate from a social-justice perspective, and purposely create spaces for BIPOC people to do their healing work.
I believe strongly in the power of human resilience and believe our relationships are a key factor in this. As a marriage and family therapist, I enjoy working with adults, couples and families. I have experience working in a treatment setting for chemical dependency and complex trauma, where I gained experience in using somatic approaches such as Brainspotting and inner child work to help individuals overcome childhood wounds to be more present and functional in their current lives and relationships. I am also an AAMFT approved supervisor and with current openings for individual, dyad or group supervision.
I believe strongly in the power of human resilience and believe our relationships are a key factor in this. As a marriage and family therapist, I enjoy working with adults, couples and families. I have experience working in a treatment setting for chemical dependency and complex trauma, where I gained experience in using somatic approaches such as Brainspotting and inner child work to help individuals overcome childhood wounds to be more present and functional in their current lives and relationships. I am also an AAMFT approved supervisor and with current openings for individual, dyad or group supervision.
She remembered who she was and the game changed - Lalah Delia - Deciding to seek therapy can stir up all kinds of emotions. Maybe it’s been a long time coming, perhaps the thing you used to do to get by isn’t working anymore, or maybe life recently threw you a difficult curve ball. Either way, it can feel isolating trying to figure it out alone. Friends and family can be helpful, though sometimes you just need a safe space of your own to regroup and a safe person to walk with you while you do the hard work.
She remembered who she was and the game changed - Lalah Delia - Deciding to seek therapy can stir up all kinds of emotions. Maybe it’s been a long time coming, perhaps the thing you used to do to get by isn’t working anymore, or maybe life recently threw you a difficult curve ball. Either way, it can feel isolating trying to figure it out alone. Friends and family can be helpful, though sometimes you just need a safe space of your own to regroup and a safe person to walk with you while you do the hard work.
Alyssa Perau
Pre-Licensed Professional, LMFT-I
3 Endorsed
Minneapolis, MN 55407
Waitlist for new clients
Hey there, my name is Alyssa and I use she/they pronouns. I am a queer, neurodivergent pre-licensed marriage and family therapist. My specialty is with couples, families, and teens/adolescents. I am currently taking new youth, teen, and couples clients! I connect with clients through humor, playfulness, and art-making, which I believe can help work through challenges that life can throw at us. In my opinion, art therapy is not about making profound art but is a tool to help process feelings and discover something new.
Hey there, my name is Alyssa and I use she/they pronouns. I am a queer, neurodivergent pre-licensed marriage and family therapist. My specialty is with couples, families, and teens/adolescents. I am currently taking new youth, teen, and couples clients! I connect with clients through humor, playfulness, and art-making, which I believe can help work through challenges that life can throw at us. In my opinion, art therapy is not about making profound art but is a tool to help process feelings and discover something new.
Do you feel like you’re living the life meant for you? I believe we all have the best version of ourselves within us, and we suffer when our lives, actions, and thinking don’t align with it. My educational and work backgrounds include addiction counseling, mental health counseling, and the fields of neuroscience and mental health research. I remain driven by curiosity and passion for the science of the mind, and I update my clinical approach with the latest research discoveries.
Do you feel like you’re living the life meant for you? I believe we all have the best version of ourselves within us, and we suffer when our lives, actions, and thinking don’t align with it. My educational and work backgrounds include addiction counseling, mental health counseling, and the fields of neuroscience and mental health research. I remain driven by curiosity and passion for the science of the mind, and I update my clinical approach with the latest research discoveries.
Are you tired of dealing with life's issues alone? In today's fast-paced environment, the weight of depression, anxiety, stress, grief and trauma, can take a toll on a person mentally, physically, and emotionally. This leaves you feeling overwhelmed, angry, frustrated and exhausted! With the right therapist, you can take control of your life by reflection, self-awareness, creating balance and working towards living in your highest potential. You put so much time, energy and resource into every other area of your life except where you need it most...on yourself! Remember- mental health is wealth!
Are you tired of dealing with life's issues alone? In today's fast-paced environment, the weight of depression, anxiety, stress, grief and trauma, can take a toll on a person mentally, physically, and emotionally. This leaves you feeling overwhelmed, angry, frustrated and exhausted! With the right therapist, you can take control of your life by reflection, self-awareness, creating balance and working towards living in your highest potential. You put so much time, energy and resource into every other area of your life except where you need it most...on yourself! Remember- mental health is wealth!
Welcome to Stone Arch Psychology and Health Services. Our motto, Opening Doors and Building Bridges, is a statement of our commitment to help you make positive life changes. Please visit our website to learn more about our clinic, clinicians, and services at STONEARCHPSYCH.COM
Welcome to Stone Arch Psychology and Health Services. Our motto, Opening Doors and Building Bridges, is a statement of our commitment to help you make positive life changes. Please visit our website to learn more about our clinic, clinicians, and services at STONEARCHPSYCH.COM
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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.